Pakistani-origin American businessman Shahid Khan has been named the world’s richest Muslim by Forbes, with an estimated net worth of $13.6 billion.
Khan, known for his remarkable success in the United States, owns the auto parts company Flex-N-Gate and is the proud owner of the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars and UK’s Fulham football club. His achievements highlight his entrepreneurial journey as a Pakistani immigrant who turned a small business into a global enterprise.
Shahid Khan purchased Flex-N-Gate in 1980, where his innovative design for a one-piece truck bumper laid the foundation for his business empire. Today, the company operates 76 plants worldwide and employs over 27,000 workers.
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Khan’s ventures extend into sports and entertainment. In 2019, alongside his son Tony Khan, he co-founded All Elite Wrestling (AEW), a growing competitor to WWE. Khan is also invested in hospitality, owning the Four Seasons Hotel Toronto, with plans to open a new Four Seasons property in Jacksonville by 2026.
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