Forbes’ 2017 list of the world’s most powerful women has been revealed. This year’s list, ranked in terms of dollars controlled, impact, spheres of influence and media presence – boasts 23 newcomers. The list also has two Indian names, Indra Nooyi and actress Priyanka Chopra. The also has a number of other noteworthy names this year which have made their way to the list. We will take a look at the list of top 10 powerful women which Forbes has unveiled this year: -
German Chancellor Angela Merkel topped the Forbes list of the most powerful women. Though German GDP was on a slump in 2015, it's growing strong, courtesy Merkel's strategic positioning.
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At No. 2 is serving Prime Minister of Britain Theresa May who is shouldering one of the biggest problems existing in the country – Brexit. It is on May now to guide the country into a bumpy transition.
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American philanthropist Melinda Gates who is wife of Microsoft founder Bill Gates is at No. 3 – she continues her work at the Melinda Gates Foundation. Her serious focus on the health department is having a real impact.
American technology executive, activist, and author, Sheryl Sandberg is chief operating officer (COO) of Facebook and she has been listed at No. 4. She also became the first woman to serve on Facebook's board. -
It was because of Mary Barra's focus on improving GM's profitability that today the company's revenue rose 9.2% in 2016. She also recently joined the Disney board of directors and is ranked at No. 5.
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CEO of YouTube, Susan Wojcicki is on the sixth position of Forbes list of 100 most powerful women.
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Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Investments, Abigail Johnson is in the seventh position of the Forbes list.
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Christine Lagarde, head of International Monetary Fund continues to bring economic discipline to countries including UK, China – she is on 8th position.
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Ana Patricia Botin, Spanish banker, despite political unrest in Spain, continues to lead way to financial technology.
Ginni Romettry current chairman, president, and CEO of IBM is at No. 10. She is also the first woman to head the company. 
Pepsi CEO Indra Nooyi is leaving no stones unturned to prove that it is not just a soda company. Nooyi has taken the 11th position. 
Indian fans would be pleased to know that actress Priyanka Chopra has been listed at 97th spot.
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