GfK and TNS adhere to their planned merger

May 5, 2008 – The Management Board of GfK (GfK) notes yesterday's rejection by the Board of Taylor Nelson Sofres plc (TNS) of a possible offer for TNS by WPP group plc (WPP). more >>

GfK expands its network in Europe and Latin America

April 9, 2008 – GfK has acquired Turkish market research company Bilesim International, along with the remaining 34% of shares in Swiss company GfK Research Matters. In the Retail and Technology sector, GfK has taken over both Brazilian market research institute, Shopping Brasil, and the watch panel of French market research company, Société V. more >>

Proposed merger of equals between GfK and TNS

April 29, 2008 – The Boards of GfK and TNS note the press speculation regarding a merger between the two companies and confirm that they are in discussions which may lead to a possible nil premium merger of equals. more >>

Germany: consumers regain confidence

April 28, 2008 – The mood among German consumers markedly improved in April. The economic outlook indicator, income expectations and the propensity to buy all climbed significantly. As a result, the consumer climate indicator for May is forecasting a value of 5.9 points after a revised 4.8 points in April. more >>

Germany: Ebay and Amazon are the most popular online shopping websites

April 14, 2008 – For the first time, the GfK GfK Online Shopping Survey (OSS) has identified the most popular online shopping websites. The survey shows that where Germans are concerned, Ebay and Amazon are by far the most popular shopping sites. more >>