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market profile

outline of the characteristics of the inhabitants of a particular consumer region. Used primarily in developing marketing strategies. A market profile will describe demographics , geographical data, lifestyle patterns, consumer needs and preferences, and socioeconomic conditions within a particular market.

market profile

the demographic characteristics of potential buyers for a product or product line.

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