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Biography
Kevin David Lehmann, a German citizen born on September 1, 2002, is the world's youngest billionaire, with a net worth of $4.6 billion as of March 25, 2026. His wealth source is his 50% ownership of dm-drogerie markt, a leading drugstore chain in Germany. Lehmann inherited his stake from his father, Guenther Lehmann, in 2017. Despite his immense wealth, Lehmann maintains a low profile, with no known social media presence or public engagement. His career is primarily focused on managing his assets within the fashion-retail industry.
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