The 10 Richest Women in the World
In a world traditionally dominated by men, women have fought their way to the very top of the financial world. A select group of extraordinary women have defied norms and stereotypes, amassing enormous fortunes that place them among the wealthiest people on the planet.
This article introduces you to these remarkable women — their wealth, their companies, their investments, and their global influence.
Take a fascinating journey through the lives of the women who hold some of the most powerful economic influence in the world today.
5. Julia Koch
Widow of David Koch
Estimated fortune: $58.5 billion
Gold investment: Has invested in gold through technology companies that use gold in their products.
Related companies: Koch Industries, Oxbow Carbon
Geopolitical influence: Primarily derived from her stake in Koch Industries, one of the largest private companies in the world.
4. Susanne Klatten
BMW heiress
Estimated fortune: $59.2 billion
Gold investment: Has invested in gold through hedge funds.
Related companies: BMW, Altana, SGL Carbon
Geopolitical influence: Primarily derived from her stake in BMW, one of the world’s largest automakers.
3. MacKenzie Scott
Former wife of Jeff Bezos
Estimated fortune: $62.9 billion
Gold investment: Has invested in gold through gold mining companies.
Related companies: Bezos Earth Fund, The Giving Pledge
Geopolitical influence: Primarily derived from her philanthropic work, with major donations to causes including education, racial equity, and climate change.
2. Alice Walton
Walmart heiress
Estimated fortune: $65.3 billion
Gold investment: Has invested in gold through bullion and coins.
Related companies: Walmart, Walton Family Holdings
Geopolitical influence: Primarily derived from her stake in Walmart, the world’s largest retail chain.
1. Francoise Bettencourt Meyers
L’Oreal heiress
Estimated fortune: $99.9 billion
Gold investment: Has invested in gold through investment funds and ETFs.
Related companies: L’Oreal, Nestle, Sanofi
Geopolitical influence: Primarily derived from her stake in L’Oreal, one of the world’s largest cosmetics companies.
Other notable billionaire women who have invested in gold as part of their investment strategy include:
- Abigail Johnson: CEO of Fidelity Investments, with an estimated fortune of $23.6 billion. Has invested in gold through investment funds and ETFs.
- Susan Dell: Co-founder of Dell Technologies, with an estimated fortune of $22.2 billion. Has invested in gold through bullion and coins.
- Jacqueline Mars: Heiress to the Mars, Inc. fortune, with an estimated fortune of $21.5 billion. Has invested in gold through gold mining companies.
- Anne Cox Chambers: Daughter of the founder of Cox Enterprises, with an estimated fortune of $19.2 billion. Has invested in gold through hedge funds.
- Laurene Powell Jobs: Widow of Steve Jobs, with an estimated fortune of $18.5 billion. Has invested in gold through technology companies that use gold in their products.
Now that you know women are thriving at the very highest levels of business and finance, don’t miss your opportunity to join them. If you’re interested in starting your own jewelry business, visit us in-store or contact us at Yisel Jewelry in Austin to learn more about our wholesale options. Happy International Women’s Day!
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