Inheritance dominates the new generation of young billionaires, with a 19-year-old Brazilian woman standing out. Find out who she is!
The most recent update to Forbes' billionaires list brought a remarkable change: the absence of young billionaires who have accumulated their fortunes through their own merit. Instead, inheritance became the main factor of wealth among the billionaires under 30, highlighting the relevance of the transfer of wealth between generations in the global business scenario.
Young billionaires and the weight of family legacy
Currently, a nThe new generation of young billionaires is characterized by the continuity of family legacies successful, reinforcing the role of inheritance as the foundation of wealth creation. This effect shapes the global economic landscape, promoting a new era of tycoons who owe their fortune to the stories and achievements of their families.
Among these young people, a Brazilian woman stands out: Livia Voigt, just 19 years old, occupies the top of the global ranking as the youngest billionaire in the world.
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Livia Voigt: the Brazilian highlight
With a fortune estimated at US$ 1,1 billion, Livia Voigt is heir to a significant stake in WEG, one of the largest electrical equipment manufacturers in the world, founded by his grandfather, Werner Ricardo Voigt. This Brazilian example illustrates how successful family businesses will have a lasting impact on future generations.
Livia is not alone: her older sister, Dora Voigt, 26, also appears on the Forbes list, reaffirming the power of inheritance in preserving family wealth.
Other names on the list
Brazil is not the only country represented in the ranking of young billionaires. In Italy, 19-year-old Clemente Del Vecchio inherited a significant fortune from Essilor Luxottica, a giant in the global eyewear market, after the death of his father.
In South Korea, sisters Kim Jung-youn (20 years old) and Kim Jung-min (22 years old) inherited the wealth of Nexon , one of the largest video game companies in the world. These cases reinforce how the technology and entertainment industries continue to be promising sources of family wealth.
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