Marketing Research and Rankings
Campaign India Team
Jan 24, 2025

82% consumers value authenticity and simplicity in brands: VML study

Nearly 75% global consumers want brands to entertain them, while 73% want brands to 'wow' them.

With 81% of consumers preferring humility over humour, brands that embrace these two emotions will be able to better connect with their target audiences.

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