“Forbes” names Russia’s richest heirs

Forbes has published a ranking of Russia’s wealthiest potential heirs, estimating the inheritance of billionaire families based on their current fortunes.

Topping the list is Yusuf Alekperov, son of Azerbaijani-born Lukoil founder Vagit Alekperov, with a projected inheritance of $28.7 billion. He could receive a 28.3% stake in the oil company.

Victoria Mikhelson, daughter of Novatek and Sibur co-owner Leonid Mikhelson, ranks second with an estimated $14.2 billion.

The third place is shared by the children of Vladimir Lisin — Dmitry, Yuri, and Anastasia — each potentially inheriting $8.83 billion in assets from Novolipetsk Steel and the First Port Company.

Tara and Adrian Melnichenko, children of Eurochem and SUEK owner Andrey Melnichenko, are expected to inherit $8.7 billion each.

Rounding out the list are Natalia Browning, Kseniya Frank, and Ivan Timchenko, children of Stroytransgaz co-owner Gennady Timchenko, each with a projected $7.73 billion inheritance.