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Rural India goes hybrid: 47% embrace digital meets traditional media
Rural consumption of FMCG goods surged 60% over last two years, according to the Rural Barometer Report 2024 by GroupM and Kantar.
Rural consumption continues to outpace urban markets in India’s FMCG sector
The latest data from NielsenIQ indicates that rural areas have become the primary driver of consumption growth in the FMCG sector, a reversal of previous trends where urban centres led growth.
FMCG TV, print ad volumes dip by 6% in H1’24: TAM AdEx report
Ad volumes for digital medium rose by 7%, and those on radio by 1% during H1 2024.
Mars to acquire Pringles maker Kellanova in largest buyout in packaged goods history
Acquiring its snack rival for US$36 billion will mark the largest deal of 2024, giving Mars ownership of global cereal brands including Special K and Kellogg's Corn Flakes outside North America.
Urban hustle to rural roots: Tailoring FMCG strategies for diverse markets
Aligning FMCG brands with regional preferences is essential, opines Kush Aggarwal, head of marketing for Bikano—stressing the need for personalisation, robust distribution, and consistent quality to build trust across markets.
Kantar 2024 report: Parle and Britannia top FMCG brand choices in India
Kantar's Brand Footprint Report 2024 reveals the rankings of the most chosen in-home and out-of-home brands by Indian consumers.
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