Is Oleg Deripaska A-List?
No — Oleg Deripaska is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2000
Rusal Creation
Lost A-list status in 2018
Dropped to B tier — US Sanctions Imposed
Ranking Timeline
Metals Trading Success
Achieves success in metals trading after the collapse of the Soviet Union.
Sayanogorsk Investment
Acquires a stake in the Sayanogorsk aluminum smelter.
Rusal Creation
Consolidates aluminum assets to create Rusal, becoming a major player in the industry.
Financial Crisis Impact
Net worth takes a hit during the 2008 financial crisis.
US Sanctions Imposed
US sanctions imposed due to alleged ties to the Russian government, impacting business dealings.
Aluminum Industry Presence
Continues to operate in the aluminum industry, despite ongoing scrutiny and sanctions.
Last updated: February 24, 2026