Print Proves Its Staying Power for Jewellery Branding
Print catalogues are re‑emerging as a core marketing tool for luxury jewellers as digital ad costs climb, with cost‑per‑click up about 13% year‑on‑year. Brands such as Pragnell, Elizabeth Gage, Lylie Jewellery and FoundRae are issuing high‑gloss, 50‑60‑page books that showcase craftsmanship and include exclusive discount codes to track sales. Small‑run digital presses now make 50‑150‑copy runs affordable, ranging from $312 to $1,563 per catalogue, while designers like Lylie have cut digital spend to roughly $625 a month. The tactile format reinforces brand heritage and drives measurable revenue during peak seasons.
Bill Ackman Tries to Make Music and Money Mix with €55bn Universal Bid
Activist investor Bill Ackman is spearheading a €55 billion (≈$59 billion) takeover bid for Universal Music Group, the world’s largest recorded‑music company. The consortium, backed by private‑equity firms and sovereign wealth funds, argues the deal will unlock value by pairing Universal’s catalog...
A Dash of ‘Schmuck Insurance’ Could Help Netflix Win Warner Bros
A little financial creativity from the streaming giant should not be a stretch
Bafta to Reward ‘Human Creativity’ as Film and TV Grapples with AI
Chair Sara Putt acknowledges concerns in production sector about technology taking jobs
Billionaires and Bibi: The TV Deal Raising Fears in Israel
Israeli billionaire investors have agreed to purchase a significant stake in Channel 12, a television network known for its critical coverage of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The transaction, valued at roughly $200 million, comes as the country prepares for national elections...
Paramount Enlists Top WBD Shareholder in Push to Derail Netflix Takeover
Ellison-backed studio plans to nominate Pentwater Capital Management as part of rival board list
BBC Set to Cut Costs by About 10% in Latest Restructuring Plan
BBC Director‑General Tim Davie announced a restructuring plan that will cut the broadcaster’s annual budget by roughly 10 %, equating to several hundred million pounds in savings. The initiative targets workforce optimisation, a shift toward digital platforms, and tighter control of...
Warner Streaming Boss Defends HBO Max UK Launch Ahead of Netflix Takeover
JB Perrette claims ‘last mover advantage’ in crowded market ahead of its debut next month
‘Devastated and Exhausted’: Washington Post Looks to Life After Will Lewis
Washington Post chief executive Will Lewis has stepped down after a turbulent tenure marked by sweeping newsroom layoffs. Employees greeted his exit with relief, citing a toxic management style, yet they remain anxious about the paper’s direction amid a 30%...
WPP to Overhaul Creative Agency Structure in Strategic Rethink
WPP announced a major overhaul of its creative agency structure, consolidating three of its legacy creative units into a single banner. The new umbrella will sit alongside the group’s existing media buying and production businesses, creating a more unified front...
Disney’s Magic Might Find a Home in Big Tech’s Kingdom
New chief Josh D’Amaro takes over as group faces pressing challenges
