Accuris - Revenue Management Analytics for Fast Moving Consumer Goods Companies
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Victoria’s Secret’s announced today a successful pivot to fewer discounts (+9% sales, improved margins). At the same time the grocery sector in the UK descended into a promotional price war to combat inflation. We analyze the "Post-Promotional Paradox" facing FMCG executives: as the post-COVID pricing power fades, the traditional reflex to buy volume with trade spend is losing steam. Citing data from Accuris and Circana, we explore how 94% of promotions fail to grow category value, often resu...
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Victoria’s Secret’s announced today a successful pivot to fewer discounts (+9% sales, improved margins). At the same time the grocery sector in the UK descended into a promotional price war to combat inflation. We analyze the "Post-Promotional Paradox" facing FMCG executives: as the post-COVID pricing power fades, the traditional reflex to buy volume with trade spend is losing steam. Citing data from Accuris and Circana, we explore how 94% of promotions fail to grow category value, often resu...
This episode explores a new approach for FMCG leaders preparing their 2026 commercial plans: stress testing. Inspired by financial risk models, stress testing helps you challenge assumptions, quantify vulnerabilities, and build contingency strategies before the year begins. We will show how to simulate downside scenarios—such as weak NPD performance, retailer pushback on pricing, or promo ROI shortfalls—and use the results to strengthen your plan. Whether you are in sales, marketing, or reven...
FMCG Weekly
Victoria’s Secret’s announced today a successful pivot to fewer discounts (+9% sales, improved margins). At the same time the grocery sector in the UK descended into a promotional price war to combat inflation. We analyze the "Post-Promotional Paradox" facing FMCG executives: as the post-COVID pricing power fades, the traditional reflex to buy volume with trade spend is losing steam. Citing data from Accuris and Circana, we explore how 94% of promotions fail to grow category value, often resu...
