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Posted by Stephanie Startz on November 17, 2009 08:55 AM

In face of health care legislation, drug companies raise prices on brand-name drugs. [NPR]

Saab will cut one-third of its US dealer network after dismal sales. [Detroit Free Press]

Time Warner will spin off AOL on December 9. [WaPo]

Canon will offer €730 million for Oce, Europe's largest maker of printers. [NY Times]

In price dispute, Costco stops carrying Coke. [Bloomberg]

To continue growth, Coke looks towards the urban middle class. [WaPo]

Cost-cutting and increase in demand for accesories boosts Burberry's profits. [NY Times]

Microsoft will launch the Zune in international markets next year. [DigitalMediaWire]

(More headlines: Gucci and Christie's, Playboy, luxury.)

To enhance heritage and fight counterfeiting, Gucci announces partnership with Christie's. [NY Times]

Ruby Tuesday signs overseas franchise agreements in the Middle East and Europe. [WaPo]

Organic chocolate maker Green & Black's looks to become a luxury brand. [NY Times]

National Geographic Channel goes live with new global brand, "Live Curious." [MediaWeek]

Smart Balance announces deal with Oprah trainer Bob Greene, global rights to Best Life [TM] products. [CNNMoney]

To appeal in Asia, luxury brands have to adjust. [NY Times]

Golden Gate Capital denies intent to purchase Playboy. [LA Times]

Social media becomes an integral tool for fashion brands. [NY Times]

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