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How the Rich Invest: Andrew Forrest bulks up Fortescue holding

The Australian Financial Review looks at how the wealthy are making money for our column, How the rich invest.

John StensholtFormer Rich Editor
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It's been a big year for Andrew Forrest and his Fortescue Metals Group, the iron ore company that is surging in value and providing a huge boost to Forrest's wealth.

Fortescue shares are up 192 per cent since January 1, putting a remarkable $3.8 billion extra on to "Twiggy'" paper fortune.

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John Stensholt is a former editor of the BRW Rich 200 and Young Rich Lists.
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