These are the richest women in the world.

There are about 2400 billionaires in the world, of whom 12% are women. A total of $930 billion.

Lillian Betancourt from France has a $43.1 billion fortune and is owner of “Lorial”. She is 94-year-old and is the oldest billionaire.

Alice Walton of the United States is second and has 67 years. It has $38.7 billion and it is generally earned by expensive images, writes albinfo.ch.

Germany's Suzanne Klatan at 55 is third. She and her brother own a pharmaceutical company. She is considered the richest businessman in Germany and spends leisure time with her family.

Laurel Powell Jones of the United States is 53 years old and is founder of “Apple”. He has a $20 billion fortune.

Iris Fontbubba, 75, from Chile, is the richest Chilean woman and her wealth is inherited from her husband. She owns an asset of $13.7 billion, but despite her age, she runs a family business.