New scent in the world of the super-rich: Gérard Wertheimer is now the richest Swiss

New scent in the world of the super-rich: Gérard Wertheimer is now the richest Swiss

According to a report by www.blick.ch, the ranking of the 300 richest people in Switzerland has shifted and a perfume mogul has replaced the Ikea family's long-standing top position. Gérard Wertheimer, co-owner of Chanel, is now the richest Swiss, surpassing the wealth of the Kamprad family, which lost the top spot after 21 years. The total assets of the 300 richest people in Switzerland have shrunk by 3.2 percent to 795 billion francs.

With an estimated fortune of 41 to 42 billion francs, Gérard Wertheimer has taken the top position on the list of the richest Swiss. The Kamprad family, which was previously the leader, now has to be content with an estimated fortune of 13 to 14 billion francs. This change in leadership could have an impact on the market and the financial industry. This could mean a shift in the balance of power, particularly in the luxury goods sector and the fashion industry, as Wertheimer, as co-owner of Chanel, plays a significant role in these industries. The 3.2 percent decline in the total wealth of the 300 richest could also influence investment decisions and investments in Switzerland.

The trend that the wealth of the super-rich continues to increase shows that 150 of the 300 richest have reached the billionaire category in Switzerland. This concentration of wealth in the hands of a few people could lead to discussions about tax fairness and income inequality. The fact that the average wealth of the 300 richest is 2.65 billion francs illustrates the enormous financial concentration within this group.

The participation of top managers in the list of the richest Swiss is also worth mentioning, as it shows that in Switzerland, owning companies is often the key to super wealth. People like UBS boss Sergio Ermotti and other top managers are also included in this list. This could indicate that owning or participating in companies continues to be a critical factor in financial success. The geographical distribution of the super-rich shows that proximity to the economic metropolis of Zurich and low-tax cantons such as Schwyz and Zug is of great importance.

The fact that the list of the richest Swiss is predominantly dominated by men also raises questions about gender equality and diversity. Nevertheless, the growing proportion of successful female entrepreneurs and the increased participation of women in some industries such as real estate show the changes in the structure of the super-rich.

Overall, the new ranking of the richest Swiss reflects the changes and challenges affecting the financial industry and the market. The shift in leadership and the concentration of wealth in the hands of a few people could have long-term effects on the economy and the financial sector in Switzerland.