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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Erin Keller

Billionaire Walmart heiress Alice Walton’s wealth grew $33B last year. She is using it to build a tuition-free medical school

Walmart heiress Alice Walton got $33 billion richer from March 2025 to March 2026 as the retailer’s stock rose, despite not running the company - (Getty)

Alice Walton, the world’s richest woman, got $33 billion richer in one year while building a tuition-free medical school.

Between March 2025 and March 2026, the Walmart heiress’ net worth jumped by $33 billion, according to Forbes data cited by Fortune.

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