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Forbes rich list: Bill Gates retains top spot as two women find their way in the top ten

USA: Despite the world’s slow economic recovery Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has failed to feel the pinch being named the planet’s richest man after seeing his wealth soar.

According to American business magazine Forbes, the philanthropist saw his net worth rise to £51.5 billion in 2015 from £49.4 billion last year.

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