Print catalogues preferred by shoppers

The latest survey released by the Australian Catalogue Association (ACA) says printed catalogues continue to give advertisers a powerful competitive advantage, with consumers staying loyal to letterbox marketing.

The survey results say 90 per cent of catalogue consumers intend to use catalogues the same or more in the next 12 months.

ACA reports statistics that spell good news for print marketers, with 44 per cent of consumers reading retail catalogues and flyers to understand sales, and 35 per cent reportedly reading them to keep informed.

Consumers prefer direct mailing, such as letterbox marketing, because of its convenience and ‘easy to understand’ nature, and the survey reads 28 per cent of shoppers ‘understand specials and product information better when in print.’

[Related: Print marketing wins over online]

The future of print marketing also looks optimistic for supermarket catalogues, with 56 per cent of consumers expressing an interest in receiving print content on a weekly basis.

Chief executive of ACA Kellie Northwood says the advantages of print advertising include its clarity and ease of use.

“Catalogues are also used more commonly for price comparisons and market checks to assist consumers in their path to purchase and consumers interpret messaging with greater clarity when reading from printed paper over other channels,” says Northwood.

The fusion of print and online marketing was also evident in the survey, as 36 per cent of shoppers claiming they would go online to further investigate offers found on catalogues.

Comment below to have your say on this story.

If you have a news story or tip-off, get in touch at editorial@sprinter.com.au.  

Sign up to the Sprinter newsletter

Leave a comment:

Your email address will not be published. All fields are required

Advertisement

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

Join our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team.
Advertisement