World's Richest Individuals: Arnault Tops Global List, Walton Retains Women's Title
The world's wealthiest individuals have seen their fortunes grow, with some notable names topping the global rich list. Among them is Bernard Arnault, president of LVMH, with an estimated fortune of $41 billion (€30.6 billion), making him the fourth-richest Forbes individual globally. Meanwhile, Christy Walton, heir to the Wal-Mart empire, retains her title as the world's richest woman with an estimated fortune of $24.5 billion (€18.3 billion).
Liliane Bettencourt, heiress to the L'Oréal empire, is considered the second-richest Forbes person in France, with an estimated fortune of $23.5 billion (€17.5 billion). In the United States, Alice Walton, daughter of Wal-Mart founder Sam Walton, opened the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Arkansas. Her collection is deemed one of the most important in the world, and her estimated fortune stands at $20.9 billion (€15.6 billion).
Jim Walton, son of Sam Walton and president of Arvest Bank, is another prominent figure on the Forbes list, with an estimated fortune of $21.1 billion (€15.7 billion). Ortega's company, Inditex, operates through chains like Zara, Massimo Dutti, and Stradivarius, with over 5,000 stores in nearly 80 countries. Amancio Ortega, the owner of Inditex, is Spain's richest Forbes individual, with an estimated fortune of $31 billion (€23.1 billion).
Stefan Persson, president of H&M, is the richest man in the Nordic countries, with an estimated fortune of $21.1 billion (€15.7 billion). Arnault's LVMH has seen significant growth, particularly in Asian markets, with brands like Louis Vuitton and Dior driving sales. He has also expanded his portfolio to include firms like Bulgari and taken positions in Hermès.
The wealth of these Forbes individuals continues to grow, reflecting the success of their respective businesses and investments. Their influence on the global economy is significant, with their companies creating jobs and contributing to economic growth worldwide.
