Abstract:

Unilever is growing its brands in emerging markets, including Asia, Africa, South America and Eastern Europe. It is especially interested in the family market where change and transition can challenge cultural values. Unilever has commissioned a study into emerging markets, the purpose of which is not just to identify differences in family life, but to analyse and emphasize important cultural diversity that can add to brand understanding. It also highlights important shared values that are key to understanding family life and child development in fast growing markets.