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Why the Richest Families in Asia Got Richer in 2026

Bloomberg’s 2026 ranking of Asian dynasties, family by family, with what each fortune rests on and which generation now holds the keys.

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Live · Updated 5 Nov 2026

  1. 1Prince William£1.2bn
  2. 2The Arnault children$116.5bn
  3. 3David Ellison$186.5bn
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