Top 10 most powerful women in the world

They're world leaders, in charge of some of the largest corporations and banks in the world and have come to dominate in many a field that used to be considered a "man's world."

And even though gender equality is still lacking in many leadership positions, these women have climbed to the top of the ladder.

Here's a look at the top 10 most powerful women in the world, according to Forbes.

The financial publication's rankings take into account the following factors: money (either net worth, company revenues or GDP), media presence, spheres of influence and impact within and outside their respective fields.