Rubens Ometto Silveira Mello

Rubens Ometto Silveira Mello

Rubens Ometto Silveira Mello (#2721)

We have to recognize merits where they are, and stop complaining about what could have been better.

  • $ 1 B
  • Sugar, ethanol
  • Brazil
  • M
  • 76 Years

About Me

Rubens Ometto Silveira Mello became the world's first ethanol billionaire in 2007. Cosan, his sugar giant, is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. The company's origins date to 1936, when Ometto's grandparents established a sugarcane mill in Sao Paulo. After several takeovers, Cosan became one of the world's largest growers and processors of sugarcane and one of the largest producers of ethanol. Besides his Cosan shares, Ometto also holds a portfolio of real estate investments.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Rubens Ometto Silveira Mello’s rise and global influence.

  • #2600   Billionaires (2026)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Rubens Ometto Silveira Mello’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $1.4B (May 4, 2026)