 The Romanian magazine "Capital" reckoned Timiș to be the 9th richest Romanian, estimating his wealth at $290m .In 2012 he became the richest Romanian with a net worth of £1.34 billion (US$2.13 billion).A BBC News investigation alleged that Timiș paid £35.20 in tax in 2017 despite living a life of luxury, and included a statement from the Tax Justice Network suggesting that Timiș be investigated for tax fraud.