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How marketing built Lego into the world’s favorite toy brand

The humble Lego brick is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. Its marketing chief explains how it stays popular
‘Unique’ Aramco IPO changes the dynamics of Saudi Arabia’s economy

The world's largest IPO will radically transform the way in which Saudi Arabia's economy operates, according to the chief executive of the Saudi Stock Exchange.
Italy's populist parties could form a government that leaves Berlusconi out

Italy's two populist parties have shown they can find common ground in the first test of a possible political alliance.

Nile Rodgers reveals how he co-wrote Chic’s hit song, ‘Le Freak’

Nile Rodgers reveals to CNBC's Tania Bryer how a rude Studio 54 doorman and two bottles of Champagne led to the writing of the disco classic song, "Le Freak."
Nile Rodgers and Nancy Hunt reveal why they co-founded the We Are Family Foundation

The 'We Are Family Foundation' recognizes, funds, and mentors youth leaders. Talking to CNBC's Tania Bryer the foundation's co-founders, Nile Rodgers and Nancy Hunt, reveal how the foundation came about.
Nile Rodgers: On paper my childhood should have been a disaster

Speaking candidly to CNBC's Tania Bryer, music superstar, Nile Rodgers reveals what his early life was like.

Oil uptrend continues and could reach $87

The initial upside target for the Nikkei 225 is the historical resistance level near 23,000, according to Daryl Guppy.
The Nikkei and the Dow are joined at the hip

The initial upside target for the Nikkei 225 is the historical resistance level near 23,000, according to Daryl Guppy.
Gold may be set for a fall to $1,130

Gold's consolidation over the past few weeks has triggered short covering, but it has not encouraged new long positions, Daryl Guppy writes.

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