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The ballsy pubs saying “no” to the World Cup

A pub interior showing regular customer, illustrating trust and brand consistency

Olivia Higson explores why some pubs are choosing not to show World Cup matches, prioritising their regular customers and brand promise over short-term revenue. It’s a lesson in knowing your audience, maintaining trust, and staying true to your brand.

87 years of blackcurrantness. How Ribena makes nostalgia meaningful

Richard Lomax thinks about how market research can help brands reawaken dormant loyalty. When sales slip or relevance wanes, legacy brands often have two choices, reinvent themselves or reconnect. Ribena, a childhood favourite for many of us, has recently chosen to do the latter. Backed by a £7m relaunch, their strategy isn’t about creating something […]