Business

The Billion-Dollar Latin Family Empires Leading the Family Business Index

Discover the top 34 family-owned companies in Latin America and their impact on the global economy. Mexico and Brazil lead the way, with powerhouses like América Móvil, JBS Group, and Technit leading the charge. Explore the rankings and success of these family empires.

Mexicanist

Jan 30, 2023 — 3 min read

I\Mexico tops the Latin American rankings for both total revenues and the number of family-owned businesses. mage by Mohamed Hassan from Pixabay

Latin America is home to some of the world's largest family-owned businesses, with Mexico and Brazil leading the way. The latest "Family Business Index" shows 34 family-run companies from the region with a combined revenue of over $500 billion.

From the protein-producing giant JBS Group in Brazil to Mexico's telecom giant America Movil, these companies are making their mark on the global stage. In this article, we take a closer look at the top family-owned businesses in Latin America, including those in Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, and Colombia.

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