01 — Ideas

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Value flows throughout the economy, creating choke points and inequalities. Discover the strategies that shape how value is shared, the pricing strategies that monetize innovation, the incentives that drive behaviors and ultimately the resulting macro and micro economics implications for our society.

Seven frameworks for pricing strategy — a Venn diagram
Businesses2023

Smarter Retailer Promotions for a Saturated Market

Overwhelming consumers with elaborate promotions, discounts, coupons, and loyalty rewards can weaken consumer loyalty, tarnish brand reputation, and suppress new revenue opportunities. Instead, retailers should adopt a streamlined, customer-centric approach.

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Strategy2023

The Unified Theory of Pricing

A single framework that applies across industries, business models, and market conditions — from consumer goods to pharmaceuticals to technology platforms.

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Businesses2023

Resilient Pricing for an Uncertain World

The longer the threats of inflation, recession, and disruption persist, the more B2B companies will need to use a wider range of pricing options to maintain strong financial performance.

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Businesses2023

Solving the Pricing Puzzle in Inflationary Times

BCG's Jean-Manuel Izaret reframes inflation as a strategic challenge rather than a numerical one — and discusses how pricing games can help business leaders respond decisively.

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Nonprofits2024

HBR: Should Your Nonprofit Charge Its Beneficiaries?

Adopting a commercial strategy, such as charging nominal fees for services, can enhance both funding and impact for nonprofits, empowering beneficiaries and extending help to more individuals.

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Businesses2025

Five Trends That Will Define the Future of Pricing

The pricing landscape is shifting faster than most companies realize. Five emerging trends — from AI-driven personalization to sustainability pricing — will separate the leaders from the laggards in the years ahead.

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04 — Blog

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