Philosophy and Scale
The Wallenbergs’ ownership strategy emphasizes active, long-term engagement rather than passive investment. They prioritize controlling stakes or significant influence through voting rights, often exceeding their capital ownership. Their empire is estimated to control about one-third of Sweden’s GDP indirectly and 40% of the Stockholm Stock Exchange’s value (based on 1970s and 1990s estimates, with modern influence still substantial). Globally, their business empire has been valued at €250 billion (approximately $278 billion USD) by some reports, putting them in the league of the world’s wealthiest dynasties, though much of this wealth is tied up in foundations rather than personal fortunes.
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