Françoise Bettencourt Meyers
Françoise Bettencourt Meyers is widely reported as the richest woman in the world. She inherited a large stake in L'Oréal and remains a major shareholder in the cosmetics giant. Her wealth is primarily tied to the company's global retail performance and dividends.
Alice Walton
Alice Walton is the daughter of Walmart founder Sam Walton and one of the wealthiest women globally. She holds a significant stake in Walmart and has focused on art philanthropy and cultural institutions. Her net worth fluctuates with Walmart's share price.
Julia Koch
Julia Koch inherited a substantial portion of her wealth from her late husband, David Koch, a former executive of Koch Industries. She remains a major beneficiary of the Koch family's diversified investments in energy, finance, and real estate.
For current rankings and detailed net worth estimates, see Forbes' billionaires list at Forbes Billionaires.
