Challenges ranking: Bernard Arnault and Hermès family neck and neck

The 2026 ranking of France’s 500 wealthiest reveals a tight race at the top.

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Bernard Arnault and the Hermès family compete for first place, with slightly declining fortunes.

Total wealth decreases, but the number of billionaires rises.

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