Blocher family
| Blocher family | |
|---|---|
| Swiss business family and political family | |
| Place of origin | Leidringen, Kingdom of Württemberg |
| Founded |
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| Founder | Johann Georg Blocher (1811–1899) |
The Blocher family is a Swiss business and political family hailing from Leidringen in Baden-Württemberg. The arm of Christoph Blocher made a significant fortune in chemicals through EMS-Chemie, and associated firms. The fortune of the family is estimated at 15–16 billion Swiss Francs (approximately $17–18 billion in 2025).