In a notable shift at the top of global wealth rankings, Alice Walton, the 74-year-old Walmart heiress, has regained her position as the world’s wealthiest woman, according to a recent Forbes report. Walton’s net worth now stands at an impressive $89.1 billion, surpassing Francoise Bettencourt Meyers of L’Oréal, who holds $88.4 billion. This change marks the latest chapter in the ongoing rivalry between these two prominent heiresses.
The Battle of Wealth
Alice Walton first claimed the title of the world’s richest woman in 2020, after dethroning Meyers, who had initially taken the top spot in 2019. The rivalry took an unexpected turn in 2023 when Julia Koch, widow of Koch Industries co-founder David Koch, briefly overtook both Walton and Meyers. However, Walton has now surged back to reclaim her position at the pinnacle of global wealth.
The Walton Family’s Wealth Dominance
The Walton family’s financial empire continues to make headlines. Alice Walton’s brothers, Jim and Rob Walton, also feature prominently in the global wealth rankings. Jim Walton, aged 76, boasts a staggering fortune of $102.6 billion, while Rob Walton, at 79, holds $100.4 billion. The combined wealth of the Walton siblings has seen a significant increase, with their total net worth now exceeding $350 billion. Despite Alice Walton being the richest woman, her brothers maintain a higher position in the overall wealth charts.
Elon Musk Remains the World’s Richest Individual
While Alice Walton has secured her place as the wealthiest woman, Elon Musk continues to hold the title of the richest person globally. According to Forbes’ Real-Time Billionaires List, Musk’s net worth is a remarkable $251.5 billion. The entrepreneur, renowned for his ventures including SpaceX, The Boring Company, and Neuralink, also owns the social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
