Forbes world’s billionaire’s list is an annual compilation that outlines the wealthiest people in the world. Forbes lists 2,668 billionaires this year.
But, what’s even mind-blowing is that there are only 327 women on the list. Women have come so far! It will undoubtedly take time for the numbers to even out, but we’ll get there.
1. Francoise Bettencourt Meyers – Net Worth: $74.8 Billion
She joined the ranks of the billionaires when her mother, Liliane Bettencourt, passed away. Francoise is the granddaughter of the founder of cosmetics giant L’Oréal.
In 2020, she was ranked as the wealthiest lady in the world as Walmart’s stock rose each year. Alice’s net worth is $65.3 billion, making her one of the wealthiest people in the world.
Julia Koch of Koch industries joined the ranks of the extremely rich when her husband, David Koch, tragically died, passing down a 42% stake in Koch industries to Julia and their children.
Under the spotlight in possibly the most expensive divorce in the world, Mackenzie Scott is the divorcee of Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon. She received a 25% stake in the company after getting divorced.