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How Humans Decide: Brand Equity, Influenceability and the Limits of Reach

How Humans Decide: Brand Equity, Influenceability and the Limits of Reach

New research reveals brand favourability drives 84% of purchase decisions, challenging the primacy of reach in marketing strategy.

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Jun 29, 2025
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The assumption that broader reach equates to better marketing remains dominant in many boardrooms. But new research and practitioner insights presented at this year’s Cannes Lions Festival suggest th…

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