10 Richest People of 2013


9. Liliane Bettencourt

Net Worth: $30 billion

Liliane Bettencourt is the only woman in the list of ten richest people in the world. With a net worth of $30 billion, she has become the richest women in the world.

L'Oreal, founded by her father is the reason behind their family wealth. She and her other family members holds more than 30 percent of the company’s shares.

She is now 90 and is placed in the ninth rank of Forbes’ list of rich people, 2013.

10. Bernard Arnault

Net Worth: $29 billion

Bernard was the fourth richest person in this list in 2012. This year, his ownership issue and several other issues have forced him down to the tenth place. His net worth is estimated to be $29 billion.

After completing his graduation, Bernard joined his family’s construction business. In 1976, the family converted its construction business and started focusing in real estates. He became the CEO of the company in 1977.

LMVH was formed in 1987 and finding opportunities, Bernard became the holder of more than 25 percent of its shares.

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