Why Black Friday is now a vital part of Christmas for UK retailers
Despite critics previously dismissing it as a brittle American import, Black Friday has gone on to become a vital occasion for many British brands.
John Lewis winning Christmas ad battle as ‘big four’ struggle
Thomas HobbsNew data shows ad campaigns that generate social buzz, as well as a popular TV ad, are performing well with consumers this festive season.
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How Black Friday has evolved into online first for brands
Thomas HobbsBlack Friday 2014 was a PR nightmare. The media coverage, despite many brands achieving record one day sales figures, defined by scenes of angry Brits brawling in the pursuit of budget televisions. Yet fast forward 12 months and things feel very different.
Tesco and Asda ditch one big ad for focus on ‘Christmas moments’
Leonie RoderickTesco and Asda are moving away from launching one big Christmas ad in favour of running a number of videos, as they look to celebrate customers’ ‘Christmas moments’.
John Lewis and Waitrose report ‘encouraging progress’ on five-year turnaround strategy
Michaela JeffersonThe John Lewis Partnership has reported strong results from its scheme to bring the John Lewis and Waitrose brands closer together, as well as from the launch of its value Anyday range.
Marketing That Matters: How automation helps Uswitch succeed amid ‘cut-throat’ competition
Marketing Week ReportersUswitch’s marketers explain how the comparison brand stays ahead of rivals, diving into its paid search automation journey and its shift from a channel-focused to a customer-focused approach to marketing.
Marketing Week Top 100 2021: The top food and drink marketers
Marketing Week ReportersMarketing Week reveals the top 10 food and drink marketers, part of our Top 100 Most Effective Marketers, sponsored by Salesforce.
Nestlé on why global sustainability always needs a local slant
Marketing Week ReportersViewing sustainability as a ‘key component’ of the brand, Nestlé global CMO Aude Gandon believes wider issues like climate change and social justice can be addressed on both a global and local level.