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Nassef Sawiris sees $930-million wealth gain, entering global top 350 richest
Egypt’s richest man, Nassef Sawiris’ wealth is bolstered by increased cash holdings, rising by nearly $1 billion to $3.85 billion.
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Nassef Sawiris sees $930-million wealth gain, entering global top 350 richest
Egypt’s richest man, Nassef Sawiris’ wealth is bolstered by increased cash holdings, rising by nearly $1 billion to $3.85 billion.
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