The primary owner of L'Oréal is Bettencourt Meyers and her family. They hold more than one-third of the shares of the publicly traded company.
Key Ownership Details:
- Bettencourt Meyers: She serves on L'Oréal's board since 1997 and is also the chairwoman of the family holding company.
- Family Control: Her family collectively owns more than a third of the company, making them the controlling stakeholders.
- Inheritance: Bettencourt Meyers inherited her position as the L'Oreal heiress in 2017 after the death of her mother, Liliane Bettencourt.
Ownership Structure:
| Owner | Role | Shareholding |
|---|---|---|
| Bettencourt Meyers | Board Member, Family Holding Chair | More than one-third |
| Bettencourt Family | Major Stakeholders | Majority of Shares |
| Public Investors | Minor Stakeholders | Remainder of Shares |
This structure highlights that while L’Oréal is publicly traded, the Bettencourt Meyers family retains significant control through their substantial share ownership.
