10 Wealthiest Families in the World

5. Carlos Slim Helu and Family (Mexico) – 43 points

Carlo Slim Helu is the richest man in Mexico and is often referred to as the “Warren Buffet of Mexico.” The Helu family has an estimated net worth of $77.1 billion. The main source of his wealth is his telecom company America Movil, which currently has 300 million landline and mobile phone subscribers with a presence in 19 countries. The 75-year-old widow has six children, four of which are actively helping in the business.

Helu owns over 200 companies in Mexico which are known as “Slimlandia.” The family owns Sanborns, the country’s biggest restaurant chain and retail outlet. Their portfolio includes Volaris airline, Inbursa bank, Sears Mexico, hotels, mining company, insurance and construction firms, bottling company, financial group, and real estate. The astute businessman is also investing in oil production contracts in Mexico and currently acquiring assets in Spain.