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Looking Back, Moving Forward. The future’s uncertain, so it comes as no surprise that audiences are looking to nostalgia for relief and comfort. Successful brands are creating content that finds a balance between old and new by embracing technology. Consumers…
Looking Back, Moving Forward- Brands & Advertising
- Consumer Attitudes
- Emerging Technology
Looking Back, Moving Forward. The future’s uncertain, so it comes as no surprise that audiences are looking to nostalgia for relief and comfort. Successful brands are creating content that finds a balance between old and new by embracing technology. Consumers who reflect on the past are open to spending more…
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Wavemaker UK - Growth Trends...Looking Back, Moving Forward
Looking Back, Moving Forward. The future’s uncertain, so it comes as no surprise that audiences are looking to nostalgia for relief and comfort. Successful brands… -
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To Meme Or Not To Meme. Even in 2023, memes continue to grow as an effective way for brands to connect with their audiences on social media. While meme marketing should not replace long- term brand-building tactics, creating meme-worthy brand…
To Meme Or Not To Meme- Brands & Advertising
- Emerging Technology
- Media & Information
To Meme Or Not To Meme. Even in 2023, memes continue to grow as an effective way for brands to connect with their audiences on social media. While meme marketing should not replace long- term brand-building tactics, creating meme-worthy brand moments will create spikes of fame, buzz and attention that…
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Wavemaker UK - Growth Trends...To Meme Or Not To Meme
To Meme Or Not To Meme. Even in 2023, memes continue to grow as an effective way for brands to connect with their audiences on… -
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Harnessing the power of TV moments. Brands that tap into TV's "essential viewing moments" become part of a shared cultural experience, generating chatter and social currency. Sports, reality TV, and dramas are sure-bet formats that spike viewer interest, and brands…
Harnessing the power of TV moments- Brands & Advertising
- Culture
- Entertainment
Harnessing the power of TV moments. Brands that tap into TV's "essential viewing moments" become part of a shared cultural experience, generating chatter and social currency. Sports, reality TV, and dramas are sure-bet formats that spike viewer interest, and brands can directly link up with a show or create product…
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Wavemaker UK - Growth Trends...Harnessing the power of TV moments
Harnessing the power of TV moments. Brands that tap into TV's "essential viewing moments" become part of a shared cultural experience, generating chatter and social… -
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Changing News Consumption. Younger generations are shifting toward social media for news consumption. It’s becoming, and will continue to be, more of a serendipitous discovery based on personal interests rather than the more traditional presentation of the news agenda. News…
Changing News Consumption- Consumer Attitudes
- Emerging Technology
- Media & Information
Changing News Consumption. Younger generations are shifting toward social media for news consumption. It’s becoming, and will continue to be, more of a serendipitous discovery based on personal interests rather than the more traditional presentation of the news agenda. News discovery is becoming more personal and snackable, with consumers curating…
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Wavemaker UK - Growth Trends...Changing News Consumption
Changing News Consumption. Younger generations are shifting toward social media for news consumption. It’s becoming, and will continue to be, more of a serendipitous discovery… -
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Audio Companion. Consumers are increasingly seeking a sense of real connection and belonging. This need for companionship had led to consumers turning to audio as a companion medium. Engaging with audio content as a broadcast and a precision medium is…
Audio Companion- Consumer Attitudes
- Entertainment
- Media & Information
Audio Companion. Consumers are increasingly seeking a sense of real connection and belonging. This need for companionship had led to consumers turning to audio as a companion medium. Engaging with audio content as a broadcast and a precision medium is becoming more nuanced and complex. As half of working adults…
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Wavemaker UK - Growth Trends...Audio Companion
Audio Companion. Consumers are increasingly seeking a sense of real connection and belonging. This need for companionship had led to consumers turning to audio as… -
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Marketing in a cost-of-living-crisis. The global economy is experiencing a cost-of-living crisis with inflation and a likely recession creating two-pronged economic anxiety. The Consumer Confidence Index is down globally, most consumers expecting their personal economic situation to decline in the…
Marketing in a cost-of-living-crisis- Brands & Advertising
- Consumer Attitudes
- Global Challenges
Marketing in a cost-of-living-crisis. The global economy is experiencing a cost-of-living crisis with inflation and a likely recession creating two-pronged economic anxiety. The Consumer Confidence Index is down globally, most consumers expecting their personal economic situation to decline in the near term. Marketers should maintain spending on brand advertising and…
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WARC - The Marketer’s Toolkit...Marketing in a cost-of-living-crisis
Marketing in a cost-of-living-crisis. The global economy is experiencing a cost-of-living crisis with inflation and a likely recession creating two-pronged economic anxiety. The Consumer Confidence… -
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Consumer Duality. Amid the challenging economic cycle, consumers worldwide are exhibiting predictable behaviors. Some are opting for store brands, as seen in a European McKinsey study where 62% of consumers have already done so or plan to. Meanwhile, the "lipstick…
Consumer Duality- Brands & Advertising
- Consumer Attitudes
- Lifestyle
Consumer Duality. Amid the challenging economic cycle, consumers worldwide are exhibiting predictable behaviors. Some are opting for store brands, as seen in a European McKinsey study where 62% of consumers have already done so or plan to. Meanwhile, the "lipstick effect" also emerges, where consumers indulge in small luxuries when…
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WARC - The Marketer’s Toolkit...Consumer Duality
Consumer Duality. Amid the challenging economic cycle, consumers worldwide are exhibiting predictable behaviors. Some are opting for store brands, as seen in a European McKinsey… -
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Marketers Double Down. While some marketers are planning to cut spending during the economic downturn, many are adjusting their spending between brand and performance marketing. More marketers are recognizing the importance of doubling down on brand spending during a downturn,…
Marketers Double Down- Brands & Advertising
- Business & e-Commerce
- Digital Platforms
Marketers Double Down. While some marketers are planning to cut spending during the economic downturn, many are adjusting their spending between brand and performance marketing. More marketers are recognizing the importance of doubling down on brand spending during a downturn, and there is a growing recognition that the lines between…
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WARC - The Marketer’s Toolkit...Marketers Double Down
Marketers Double Down. While some marketers are planning to cut spending during the economic downturn, many are adjusting their spending between brand and performance marketing.… -
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Check Your Tone. For all the focus on investment, don’t forget how important the tone of messaging is in building connections with your customers. In times of a cost-of-living crisis, it is crucial to be transparent and sensitive when communicating…
Check Your Tone- Brands & Advertising
- Consumer Attitudes
- Culture
Check Your Tone. For all the focus on investment, don’t forget how important the tone of messaging is in building connections with your customers. In times of a cost-of-living crisis, it is crucial to be transparent and sensitive when communicating with their customers. Humor can be an effective tool, as…
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WARC - The Marketer’s Toolkit...Check Your Tone
Check Your Tone. For all the focus on investment, don’t forget how important the tone of messaging is in building connections with your customers. In… -
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Digital Ads Upended. The digital ad market is undergoing significant changes, with Apple's ATT policy disrupting traditional targeting and measurement methods. As a result, the dominant "duopoly" of Google and Facebook is being challenged by new players like TikTok. Regulation…
Digital Ads Upended- Brands & Advertising
- Digital Platforms
- Emerging Technology
Digital Ads Upended. The digital ad market is undergoing significant changes, with Apple's ATT policy disrupting traditional targeting and measurement methods. As a result, the dominant "duopoly" of Google and Facebook is being challenged by new players like TikTok. Regulation is giving brands more control Data privacy remains a top-three…
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WARC - The Marketer’s Toolkit...Digital Ads Upended
Digital Ads Upended. The digital ad market is undergoing significant changes, with Apple's ATT policy disrupting traditional targeting and measurement methods. As a result, the…