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Management article
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Reference no. 90505
Published by: Harvard Business Publishing
Published in: "Harvard Business Review", 1990

Abstract

Many U.S. manufacturers, searching for growth in maturing consumer markets, have shifted their emphasis from advertising to sales promotions. But promotions actually mean price reductions. The loss of profits can be severe. Promotions bring volatile demand, whereas the producer seeks stable demand. Theme advertising that seeks to sustain a brand''s image and build customer loyalty can actually help stabilize demand.

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Abstract

Many U.S. manufacturers, searching for growth in maturing consumer markets, have shifted their emphasis from advertising to sales promotions. But promotions actually mean price reductions. The loss of profits can be severe. Promotions bring volatile demand, whereas the producer seeks stable demand. Theme advertising that seeks to sustain a brand''s image and build customer loyalty can actually help stabilize demand.

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