Early Life
David Reuben was born in Bombay, British India, to a Baghdadi Jewish family. In the 1950s, after their parents' separation, David and his brother Simon moved to London with their mother. They attended state schools in Islington, North London.
Rise to Success
David started his career in the scrap metal business. Later, he and his brother significantly increased their wealth through metals and property trading during the 1970s and 1980s. In the early 1990s, they invested in the Russian metals market, with their company Trans-World Group becoming a major player. They later shifted their focus to the UK property market, venture capital, and private equity.
Key Business Strategies
The Reuben brothers' business strategy involved identifying high-value opportunities, acquiring them at the right time, and scaling them efficiently. They invested in the Russian metals market in the early 1990s and later focused on the UK property market, financing acquisitions, and investing in technology companies. They have a diverse business portfolio, including investments in data centers, racecourses, pubs, and various other sectors.
Philanthropy
David Reuben, along with his brother Simon, actively participates in philanthropic endeavors, mainly through the Reuben Foundation. The foundation focuses on healthcare and education. They have supported initiatives such as Reuben College at Oxford University, hospitals, and educational programs.