Observed Signal · Jun 16, 2026 · Webinar / Research Study · Source: W&V · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Brands Still Underestimate 50+ Consumers
A W&V report covering a JOM Group webinar and Rheingold Salon research argues that the 50+ generation remains an undervalued but highly lucrative audience for marketers. Nearly half of Germany’s population is over 50, holding about 60% of net wealth and accounting for a majority share of spending in categories such as FMCG (57%) and luxury. Speakers Roland Köster (JOM) and Ines Imdahl (Rheingold Salon) warned that reach alone (notably via TV) does not guarantee advertising relevance or trust. Rheingold’s representative study, supported by Screenforce and Gerolsteiner Brunnen, finds the group heterogeneous, digitally engaged (especially ages 60–69) and open to brands that present substantive, relevant narratives. Procter & Gamble has joined an initiative and runs internal workshops to test campaigns for 50+ compatibility.
Provides actionable audience and planning insights for advertisers and media planners by evidencing the economic scale and heterogeneity of the 50+ segment—useful but not industry-shifting.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Nearly half of Germany’s population is aged 50 or older.
- People 50+ hold roughly 60% of German net wealth and account for 57% of FMCG sales.
- JOM Group hosted a webinar featuring Roland Köster (JOM) and Ines Imdahl (Rheingold Salon) discussing 50+ as a target group.
- Rheingold Salon conducted a representative, depth-psychological study funded by Screenforce and Gerolsteiner Brunnen.
- Procter & Gamble joined the Rheingold initiative and conducts internal workshops to evaluate campaign compatibility with the 50+ audience.
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Neue Perspektiven auf die Generation 50Plus
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Over-50s Drive Podcast Listening in Germany
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