The Russian Face of Wealth

In Los Angeles, the weather was just right—not too hot, not too cold.

From the terrace of the penthouse suite at the Plaza Hotel, the lush green landscape stretched out beneath them. It was a perfect morning.

Sitting at a table draped in a crisp white cloth, Alexander Abramov, Chairman of Evrazholding, casually scratched his ear, a faint grin playing on his lips.

The Russians definitely knew how to enjoy life.

With their rugged beards, gleaming G-Wagons, luxurious yachts, and a casual approach to vodka—as if it were water—their lifestyle was as bold as it was enviable. Just watching them, one couldn't help but feel a mix of awe... and maybe even a touch of jealousy.

Many Russian businessmen aspire to symbols of success and power, which can manifest in expensive tastes, lavish homes, luxury cars, and high-end fashion. Status and wealth are often flaunted as proof of success and influence.