{
  "id": 9291911,
  "title": "Geld: Der Millionenerbe, der die Millionen nicht will",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/geld-der-millionenerbe-der-die-millionen-nicht-will",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-23T06:48:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Handelsblatt",
    "slug": "handelsblatt",
    "url": "https://www.handelsblatt.com/finanzen/steuern-recht/reichtum-der-millionenerbe-der-sein-vermoegen-nicht-will/100204748.html"
  },
  "original_language": "de",
  "account": "Mönchengladbach has become home to a surprising new millionaire, Kai Viehof, who defies the typical image of a wealthy individual. Unlike many stereotypes, Viehof appears unassuming in appearance, sporting a slim frame under his black T-shirt and shirt, with a slight beard and rings in both ears. This restrained demeanor was on display during an ARD talk show in the spring, where he discussed the topic of inheritance. In contrast to another wealthy electrical engineer from nearby Neuss, whose presence was more assertive, Viehof carried himself with poise.\n\nViehof's family fortune traces back to his great-grandfather, who founded the retail chain \"Allkauf\" in the 1960s. The company was sold to Metro AG for approximately one billion marks in 1998, resulting in a significant windfall for the Viehof family. However, unlike the majority of millionaires who seek to grow their wealth, Kai Viehof has chosen a different path. At 44 years old, he is a fresh face among the ranks of millionaires who prefer to distribute their money rather than amass more of it. Other notable members of this group include Sebastian Klein, author of \"Toxisch reich\" and co-founder of the Blinkist app, as well as Marlene Engelhorn, who descends from the founding family of the BASF chemical corporation.",
  "summary": "Kai Viehof hat den Großteil seines Erbes ausgeschlagen, auch vom Rest will der Enkel des Allkauf-Gründers das meiste weggeben. Über einen Mann, dessen Beruf es ist, sinnvoll Geld loszuwerden.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}