High-scoring LaLiga enters the BrandZ™ Top 30 Most Valuable Spanish Brands ranking as the highest newcomer

MADRID, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- LaLiga has entered this year's BrandZ™ Top 30 Most Valuable Spanish Brands ranking as the highest newcomer at no.12 with a brand value of $1.57 billion. In the report released today by WPP and Kantar, the entertainment category has grown significantly by +83% as a result of LaLiga's entry.

Uniting Spain's first and second division professional football teams, LaLiga has recorded strong financial growth and attracted new global audiences following free-to-view match broadcasts on its Spanish TV channel and via YouTube in over 150 countries.

There are two other new entries this year Dia, (no.29, $221 million) a retail brand which operates an international network of supermarkets close to people's homes and has a strong online delivery capability, and Desigual (no.30, $221 million), a fashion brand renowned for promoting individuality, authenticity and uncomplicated lifestyles, whilst using effective  communication to celebrate diversity.

With no change to the top three, Zara ($22.0 billion) retains the no.1 spot for the third year as Spain's most valuable brand, followed by Movistar (no.2, $16.7 billion) and Santander (no.3, $7.63 billion).

Demonstrating a commitment to innovation and sustainability, and providing cleaner, renewable energy, two brands that achieved growth in the Top 30 are the utility companies Iberdrola (+15%, no.4, $6.41 billion) and Endesa (+3%, no.6, $5.07 billion).

Completing the list of top five brands is the multinational financial services company BBVA (no.5, $6.41 billion) and is one of four brands making the greatest 'brand contribution' in the Top 30 ranking this year.

COVID-19 accelerates existing trends

Overall brand value of the 2020 BrandZ ranking of Spanish brands dropped -15% from $103.9 billion in 2019 to $88.4 billion this year. For many brands, the continuing health crisis has accelerated pre-existing trends and intensified the pressure that many businesses were experiencing prior to COVID. Every category except entertainment has been impacted by the pandemic.

David Roth, Chairman of BrandZ, says: "Despite seismic shifts in the business landscape there are huge opportunities for Spanish brands to engineer growth. Understanding new behaviours and how they can help consumers navigate these uncharted waters will be essential to surviving this period and building stronger, more resilient brands in future. That change needs to accelerate; brands can't wait for a 'new normal' to provide clear direction."

The BrandZ Top 10 Most Valuable Spanish Brands 2020

Contributing the most

Spanish brands making the greatest brand contribution to the Top 30 ranking are measured on a scale of one to five, with five being the highest. By combining the financial value of a brand with consumer opinions, this metric is used to measure the ability of a brand to respond to consumers' needs. The top four brands in the brand contribution index all obtain a high score of five and include two alcohol brands Mahou and Cruzcampo, followed by BBVA and Mapfre.

The competition – and the prize – is now international

Spain's top three brands all have considerable exposure in overseas markets, but in general the proportion of Spanish brand value derived from overseas markets remains low compared to other European countries. Brands that remain dependent on domestic markets put themselves at risk, particularly in today's connected global economy, and even the Spanish brands that have expanded into more traditional overseas markets, such as Portugal and Latin America, are limiting their growth opportunities.

Other trends highlighted in this year's BrandZ Top 30 Most Valuable Spanish Brands report include:

• Moving beyond fame – Being famous can prove beneficial, but too many Spanish brands are relying on consumers choosing those that are familiar. Brands must offer a unique customer experience while responding to consumers' emotional needs. This 'meaningful difference' is shown by BrandZ to be the single biggest predictor of brand power and financial growth; the lack of it in many Spanish brands leaves them in a highly vulnerable position. Strong brands that are meaningful and different to consumers recover more quickly compared to competitors following a recession.
  
• Opportunity to improve online services – While supermarkets have generally done a good job of ensuring stores remain safe, there is less satisfaction with their online services. Only 42% of Spanish consumers believe they provide an excellent online experience, opening the way for retail brands to develop and enhance this service.
  
• Millions of new shoppers – Around a quarter of households have their shopping done by someone different as family roles have changed in the wake of the pandemic. This creates new retail opportunities as people try new brands and means marketing for everyday essentials should recognise that the primary shopper may now be someone new.
  
• Strong preference for 'local' – As the global pandemic continues to suppress economic recovery in the region, consumers are keen to support local businesses. 82% believe shopping in local stores is important for the community, while more than half say they are paying more attention to product origin.

Ricardo Pérez, Head of Brand Guidance, Insights Division, Spain says: "With so much uncertainty and adjustment taking place, consumers are looking afresh at the brands that impact their daily lives. They are searching for dependable brands that can provide comfort, reliability and leadership. Being fast, flexible and adaptable, both in practical terms and in terms of a strategic approach, is essential now and will help brands prepare for future shocks. Brands that invest in these attributes stand to gain considerably from a world in flux."

The Spanish ranking, report and more can be downloaded here and via BrandZ.com. The BrandZ app also contains the same features and functionality for all BrandZ regional reports and can be downloaded free for Apple IOS and all Android devices from www.brandz.com/mobile or by searching for BrandZ in the respective iTunes or Google Play app stores.

About the BrandZ™ Top 30 Most Valuable Spanish Brands Ranking

Commissioned by WPP, the valuation behind the BrandZ™ Top 30 Most Valuable Spanish Brands was conducted by brand equity research experts Kantar. The methodology mirrors that used to calculate the annual BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands ranking, which is now in its 15th year.

The ranking combines rigorously analysed market data from Bloomberg with extensive consumer insights from over 3.8 million consumers around the world, covering more than 17,801 different brands in over 51 markets – including opinions from over 67,300 Spanish consumers on over 770 brands in 55 categories.

Grounded in consumer opinion, BrandZ^TM analysis enables businesses to identify their brand's strength in the market and provides clear strategic guidance on how to boost value for the long-term.

The BrandZ™ Top 30 Most Valuable Spanish Brands is the most definitive and robust ranking of the country's brands available, and the brands ranked must meet at least one of these eligibility criteria:

• Brand is originally created in Spain
• The brand is owned by a publicly listed company traded on a credible stock exchange or a private company with financials publicly available

The suite of BrandZ^TM brand valuation rankings and reports currently includes Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Latin America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Peru), The Netherlands, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), South Africa, Spain, the UK and the US. Access a suite of customised reports and data packages from BrandZ via: https://www.kantar.com/marketplace/solutions/brand-insights

About Kantar

Kantar is the world's leading evidence-based insights and consulting company. We have a complete, unique and rounded understanding of how people think, feel and act; globally and locally in over 90 markets. By combining the deep expertise of our people, our data resources and benchmarks, our innovative analytics and technology, we help our clients understand people and inspire growth. For more information, visit www.kantar.com 

About WPP

WPP is a creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, clients and communities. For more information, visit www.wpp.com

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