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The FT, with Millward Brown Optimor and Euromonitor International, the consumer market intelligence company, unveil the BrandZ Top 100 ranking, an innovative measurement of the value of global brands. - -

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Valued measure of success

Managing brands is no easy task but a new ranking brings science to a black art, writes John Willman.

Corporate branding: New ways to play name game

Gary Silverman considers the pros and cons of using the company title on your wares.

Emotional branding: Feeling the way to consumers

Experts say a bond must be created between the buyer and product for a brand to succeed.

Private equity: Neglected orphans flourish in new homes

The chance to make money lures investors to famous names.

Sectors part one: Apparel to financial institutions

The detailed sectoral findings from the BrandZ study highlight some of the most important themes in 21st century global business.

Sectors part two: Luxury goods to technology

The names on the main rankings are hardly surprising, nor the maximums that all in the top 10 score for brand contribution.

Accounting issues: Intangibles meet the intractable

The use of ‘fair value’ for assets such as brands is no easy task but will have big implications in financial reporting.