Defining "power" can be subjective, but Forbes' annual list of the World's Most Powerful Women is a well-respected ranking that considers factors like economic resources, political influence, and media presence. Here are the top 5 on their 2023 list:
1. Oprah Winfrey (Media & Entertainment)
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Oprah Winfrey is a media powerhouse who has used her platform to empower women for decades. She is a billionaire philanthropist, actress, producer, and talk show host who remains an iconic figure.
2. Nirmala Sitharaman (Politics & Policy)
Nirmala Sitharaman is the current Finance Minister of India, the second woman to hold the position. She is a respected economist who plays a critical role in the Indian economy.
3. Ho Ching (Finance)
Ho Ching is the CEO of Temasek Holdings, a Singaporean investment company. She is a highly influential figure in the world of finance.
4. Thasunda Brown Duckett (Finance)
Thasunda Brown Duckett is the CEO of TIAA, a leading financial services organization. She is one of the most powerful Black women on Wall Street.
5. Marianne Lake & Jennifer Piepszak (Finance) [tie] (Finance)
Marianne Lake and Jennifer Piepszak are both CEOs of major global investment firms, BlackRock and JPMorgan Chase respectively. They are both breaking barriers in the traditionally male-dominated world of finance.