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Overview
YouGov is a global market research and data analytics company that helps brands, media owners, and agencies understand public opinion and consumer behavior. It runs a proprietary panel of millions of people who participate in surveys, producing ongoing data on attitudes and behaviors that feed its syndicated tracking products, custom research, and analytics services. The company combines continuous, standardized data with tailored studies to deliver actionable consumer intelligence at scale across markets. Its goal is to provide clients with clear insights that inform decisions on brands, media, and products.
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What believers are saying
- FY26 revenue grew 2% to £396.6m, with 80% of demand contractually secured.
- July 2026 CPS ownership expands YouGov’s European shopper coverage and upsell potential.
- Wayne Levings’ 2026 CEO reset supports faster capital allocation after the Shopper review.
What critics are saying
- Shopper strategic review signals weak economics; a sale or restructuring can drag through 2027.
- Alex McIntosh exited in February 2026, and Wayne Levings starts November 2026 amid transition.
- FY26 adjusted operating profit fell 20%; sustained margin compression threatens the data platform’s valuation.
What makes YouGov unique
- YouGov’s proprietary panel links attitudinal surveys with shopper purchase data across 18 markets.
- The July 2026 CPS acquisition deepens FMCG and retail datasets beyond pure polling.
- YouGov’s brand-tracking and syndicated products create recurring client workflows, not one-off studies.
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