This is the Aragonese whom Forbes calls the richest in the region: how did he make his fortune?
Forbes magazine is one of the most influential and prestigious magazines in the world on business and economics.. It was founded in 1917 by BC Forbes magazine in the USA, but from there expanded with publications in different countries. Every November, Forbes magazine publishes its long-awaited list of the 100 richest Spaniards, which includes: the main heroes of the world of finance in the country and how they managed to build their empires.
Aragon is represented in the list by three major states.whose companies not only demonstrate consolidated positions in the market, but also have a significant impact on the local economy. The three families are: the Arages family, owners of Saica; the Luengo family, responsible for the industrial conglomerate SAMCA; and finally the Moll family, owners of the communications group Prensa Ibérica.. However, it is worth noting that none of the families are in the top 20 in the country.
Angel Ramon Ballet and the Arages family: the richest in Aragon
Leads the group of the richest in the autonomous community Angel Ramon Alejandro Ballet and the Arages family meet, ranked 32nd on the Forbes list. His condition comes mainly from Saica, one of the largest paper companies in Europe.recognized for its focus on sustainability and recycling. Founded in the 40s in Zaragoza.Saica has gone from a small local factory to a giant that operates in more than ten countries and employs thousands of people. The business also spread to America, particularly to the states of Ohio and Illinois in the United States.
Under the leadership of Bale, Saika and through the Aragosias company, the Arguez family controls 99% of the Saica company. In 2022 The company’s turnover exceeded 4,000 million euros.n, which is significantly higher than the 3,598 million recorded in 2021. However, what is important is that The businessman’s current assets amount to 1,300 million euros.
In his course of action, The company is characterized by being a multinational company of generations. That is, the first generation of the company from the Balet, Aragüez and Rived families, was the driving force behind the group, which expanded significantly from second generation, led by key figures such as José Manuel Ballet, Joaquín Ballet and Eduardo Aráguez in the presidency. At the moment, Alejandro Ballet, third generation, heads a consolidated group with 88 shareholders.
However, according to family protocol, which establishes that The President must leave office at the age of 65, it will soon be time for Alejandro Ballet to give way to the fourth generationHowever, it must be recognized that the leadership of Angel Ramon Alejandro Ballet played a decisive role in positioning Saica as a benchmark in the paper and board industry.
Other wealthy families of Aragon
In second place and 36th on the national list is the Luengo family, known for its industrial conglomerate SAMCA. (Catalano-Aragonese Mining Joint Stock Company), with assets that currently reach 1,200 million euros. SAMCA has diversified its activities into many sectors, from mining to solar energy, agribusiness and chemicals. Its portfolio includes companies such as Monegros Solar, Frutaria, Nurel and Novapet.turning the group into a mainstay of the Aragonese economy.
Third place on the Aragonese podium It is occupied by Francisco Javier Moll de Miguel and his family, owners of the communications group Prensa Ibérica. Your company controls 26 newspapers throughout Spainin both print and digital formats. The presence in the communications sector allowed the Moll family to accumulate a significant fortune, although more modest compared to the first two. Forbes estimates his fortune at 400 million euros.50 million more than last year.