Ilson Mateus & family

Ilson Mateus & family

Ilson Mateus & family (#2618)

  • $ 2 B
  • Supermarkets
  • Brazil
  • M
  • 63 Years

About Me

A former gold miner, Ilson Mateus built up supermarket chain Grupo Mateus and took it public in October 2020. The company is controlled by Mateus and his ex-wife, Maria Barros Pinheiro, who is a former billionaire. Now Brazil's fourth-biggest food retailer, Grupo Mateus operates more than 200 stores throughout the country's northern and northeastern regions. Grupo Mateus operates in 90 cities across Brazil and had revenues of $4.4 billion in 2023. His fortune includes his two sons' stakes in Grupo Mateus.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Ilson Mateus & family’s rise and global influence.

  • #2274   Billionaires (2026)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Ilson Mateus & family’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $1.5B (May 4, 2026)