SINGAPORE, March 6, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Wealth-X, the ultra high net worth (UHNW) business development solution for Global Private Banks, Luxury Brands, Educational Institutions and Non-Profits, has released a list of 13 female self-made future billionaires on the eve of International Women's Day.

Qianqian Luo, who is co-founder of Shanda Interactive Entertainment, is most likely to be the next female billionaire with a net worth of US$910 million. Ms. Luo is also the youngest on the list at 33 years old.

Marissa Mayer, Silicon Valley's golden girl and CEO of Yahoo, is highlighted for her potential to become a billionaire, given her extraordinary individual traits.

Of the top 13 list, over 60% are from Asia, mirroring the "emerging" theme seen across other sectors.

Wealth-X CEO, Mykolas Rambus, added, "This list supports our observation that there is a shift to younger demographics for female UHNWIs. For finance, luxury and philanthropy professionals who wish to engage with these individuals, it is important for them to thoroughly understand the specific financial needs, charitable giving, interests, passions and hobbies of the female UHNW population."

For the full list and supplemental analysis, please visit: http://www.wealthx.com/articles/2013/global-top-13-female-self-made-future-billionaires/

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