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Why We Pay More for a Story Than a Product
Why do we pay more for a bottle of wine with a handwritten label than an identical bottle with a printed one? In this episode of Behavioral Economics with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore the storytelling premium — the psychological effect where a compelling narrative adds perceived value to a product. They break down a 2023 study where participants paid 40% more for a generic chocolate bar when it was framed as a 'heritage recipe from a small Belgian town' (even though the town didn't exist). They discuss why this works, how brands like Patagonia and Toms built entire business…
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