Originally of Palestinian descent (a common theme among Central American elites), the Sim谩n family founded Almacenes Sim谩n, a department store giant. Today, their influence is channeled through (Corporaci贸n Multi Inversiones). While CMI is technically Guatemalan, the Sim谩n branch in El Salvador controls significant poultry, plastic, and financial holdings. They are the silent partners behind many "white label" products in Central America. 2. The Kriete Family (Grupo Aviatech / TACA / Avianca) Estimated Net Worth: $1.2 Billion Source of Wealth: Aviation, Logistics, and Industrial Engineering.
Grupo Poma is the largest auto dealer network in the country. If you buy a new Ford or Mazda in San Salvador, you are buying from the Pomas. They also diversified into hardlines retail and real estate. While they are often overshadowed by the Sim谩n and Due帽as families, their cash flow from vehicle sales is staggering. Estimated Net Worth: $700 Million Source of Wealth: Banking (BFA) and Agricultural Land. 14 richest families in el salvador
If you are building a house in El Salvador, you buy cement and rebar from , the largest hardware chain in the country. The Llach family holds exclusive distribution rights for Cemento de El Salvador (CESSA) and international construction brands. They are the invisible engineers of the nation's construction boom. 12. The Qui帽onez Family (Grupo Q / Alcad铆a) Estimated Net Worth: $350 Million Source of Wealth: Heavy Machinery, Government Contracts, Urban Development. Originally of Palestinian descent (a common theme among
