In this article we will consider the TOP richest people in the world. One way or another, these people influence our lives. What determines the fashionable clothes, cosmetics, or how our computer will work will largely depend on them. Some reputable agencies, such as Forbes magazine, annually publish a new list, which includes the richest people in the world.
Many people are accustomed to consider Bill Gates first in this ranking. But this is already like a 4 year fallacy. In the ranking of "10 richest people in the world" Gates does not take the most honorable place. But let's take it in order, from 10th place.
Opens the list of "richest people in the world" from the end of Bernard Anro. Its capital is approximately $ 29 billion. Bernard is the owner of the French company LVMH Moët Hennessy - Louis Vuitton. The company owns such global brands as Chaumet, Moët & Chandon, Hennessy and others. In 1987. the merger of two major companies Moët Hennessy and Louis Vuitton. Since then, the affairs of Bernard have gone significantly up.
The next honorable step is occupied by Liliane Bettancourt. Her financial condition is estimated at $ 30 billion. Lilian successfully continued the work of her father, and today she owns the giant of the global cosmetic market, "L'Oreal". Although today the 90-year-old Bettancour is retiring, this does not stop her from leading a fairly active lifestyle.
The eighth place is taken by Li Ka-Shin. Li Shin is the most successful businessman not only in Asia, but also in the world. His fortune is equal to 31 billion dollars. Despite his enormous fortune, he is not distinguished by excessive pretentious behavior. Often Lee can spend time in the garden or reading books.
Continues the list of "richest people in the world" David Koch. David's fortune is $ 34 billion. David and his brother run the huge Koch Industries Corporation, which they received from his father. Koch is engaged in many types of business - from oil refining, to the production of chemicals and even fertilizers. As we have already noted, his sibling helps David manage the company. On the basis of this, they have some misunderstandings and conflicts.
This is not to say that Charles Koch takes the following position, as Charles and David share their place of honor in two. Charles also has a fortune of $ 34 billion. As we have already noted, Charles and his brother sometimes have conflicts, mainly on the basis of managing the company. Koch himself is actively involved in charity, and also makes a significant contribution to the development of medicine, science and art.
Fifth place is occupied by Larry Ellison, whose capital is 43 billion dollars. He is the founder of Oracle, a company that develops software for organizations. His company is also the largest supplier of server hardware in the global market. Despite some scandalous and controversial moments of Larry’s business, his business is going quite successfully.
Closer to the pinnacle of fame, "settled" Warren Buffett. His fortune totals 53.5 billion dollars. I want to note that this position is not the best for Warren, because in past years he was in the top three. Nevertheless, Buffett’s revenue for 2012 is approximately $ 12 billion. Warren made his fortune mainly on investments. The Omaha Oracle, as it is often called, is the most successful investor in the world.
The top three global financial leaders are opened by Amancio Ortega, founder of the Inditex empire. His fortune is 57 billion dollars. The richest and most famous Spanish fashion designer Amancio entered the top three due to the successful growth of the chain of stores. Ortega's capital in just a year increased by 19.5 mln. dollars. In 2001, he married Flora Perez, with whom he lives to this day.
The second place this year is Bill Gates, whose capital is equal to 67 billion dollars. For many, this is absolutely unusual, since for many years he was considered the richest and most famous person in the modern world. Probably every person came across a Microsoft product. It was this company that brought Gates his wealth and fame. Nevertheless, Bill is actively involved in charity work. It is believed that to date he spent about 28 mln. dale for the good of other people. Moreover, Bill Gates is one of the 10 most influential people in the world.
The most honorable place in the ranking of "the richest people in the world" has traditionally occupied Carlos Slim Elu. He has been holding this position for the fourth year already. The capital of the richest man in the world is 73 billion dollars. The main income Carlos Slim made on the telecommunications company America Movil. Carlos is also seriously involved in investments, has a stake in the banking sector and much more. One of the few "rich" who is absolutely cold about charity.
In conclusion, it can be noted that the richest man in the world is not the happiest man. Many of the people on the list have serious family problems. Many of the rich people got divorced, and even more than once. Like others, they have health problems and much more. Therefore, it is not necessary to envy such people, but it is better to build your own, truly happy life.
