Sir James Michael Goldsmith (1933–97) was a French-British financier, entrepreneur, and politician known for his controversial business strategies and Eurosceptic activism. His career spanned corporate takeovers, environmental advocacy, and European politics.
Born in Paris, he was the son of luxury hotel tycoon Frank Goldsmith. He attended Eton College but left early after winning a large sum in horse racing bets. Starting in pharmaceuticals, he expanded into food, retail, and finance, becoming one of the 20th century’s most influential investors.
Goldsmith’s corporate ventures included Cavenham Foods (1965,) Grand Union supermarkets (1973,) and major takeovers in the U.S. and U.K. His aggressive strategies earned both admiration and criticism. In politics, he founded the Referendum Party (1994,) advocating Britain’s withdrawal from the European Union. Elected to the European Parliament (1994–97,) he used his platform to challenge EU policies.
His books include The Trap (1994,) critiquing globalization and economic policies, and The Response (1995,) addressing political and environmental concerns.
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