5 Richest Women of 2025: Part Two

There are many women in the world who have managed to build their wealth or multiply inherited fortune. They manage large companies, invest in promising projects, and actively engage in philanthropy. Here are 5 richest women of 2025.

1. Iris Fontbona ($30.8 billion, Antofagasta, Chile) ⛏️

Iris Fontbona is the widow of Andrónico Luksic, founder of one of the world's largest mining companies Antofagasta PLC.

👉 How did she get rich?

• Inherited his business and company control after her husband's death.
• Developed mining industry by expanding copper and other precious metals extraction.
• Invested in banking sector and telecommunications.

📌 Interesting fact: The Fontbona family actively engages in philanthropy, supporting education and medical projects in Chile.

2. Miriam Adelson ($32 billion, Las Vegas Sands, USA) 🎰

Miriam Adelson is the widow of casino magnate Sheldon Adelson, owner of the world's largest casino network Las Vegas Sands.

👉 How did she get rich?

• Inherited control over the casino network after her husband's death.
• Continued developing gaming business, especially in Asia, including Macau and Singapore.
• Invested in medical research, particularly in addiction treatment.

📌 Interesting fact: Miriam is a practicing physician and known for her active support of scientific projects.

3. Savitri Jindal ($33.5 billion, Jindal Group, India) 🏗️

Savitri Jindal is the widow of Om Prakash Jindal, founder of industrial giant Jindal Group.

👉 How did she get rich?

• Took over the company after her husband's death in 2005.
• Expanded business in steel, energy, and infrastructure sectors.
• Made major investments in clean energy.

📌 Interesting fact: Savitri is actively involved in politics, holding high positions in Indian government.

4. Susanne Klatten ($27.4 billion, BMW and Altana, Germany) 🚗

Susanne Klatten is the heiress to stakes in BMW and pharmaceutical company Altana.

👉 How did she get rich?

• Inherited 19.2% of BMW shares from her father.
• Transformed Altana into one of the pharmaceutical industry leaders.
• Invested in biotechnology and renewable energy.

📌 Interesting fact: Susanne prefers to keep a low profile despite her significant influence in business.

5. Jacqueline Badger Mars ($38.5 billion, Mars Inc., USA) 🍫

Jacqueline Mars continues the family business founded by her grandfather. Mars Inc. is known for brands such as M&M's, Snickers, Whiskas and others.

👉 How did she get rich?

• Inherited one-third of the family company Mars Inc.
• Invested in nutrition and pet food research.
• Actively supports art and cultural projects.

📌 Interesting fact: Mars Inc. remains a private company, managed exclusively by family members.