The Kadoorie family or "Khedouri" (Hebrew: כדורי, Arabic: خضوري) are a wealthy Hong Kong–based family, originally Jews from Baghdad, Iraq.[1] From the mid-18th century they were established in Mumbai (then known as Bombay), becoming one of the wealthiest families in Asia; their businesses were subsequently centered in Shanghai from the mid-19th century, and then in Hong Kong from 20th century onwards.[2]
- ^ "Lawrence Kadoorie, 94, Is Dead; A Leader in Hong Kong'g Growth". The New York Times. 26 August 1993. Retrieved 23 February 2017.
- ^ "Kadoorie family 2016 Asia's Richest Families". Forbes.com. Retrieved 23 February 2017.