The Economist to charge for online content

LONDON - The Economist is planning to charge for its online news content as part of a wider strategy to define the brand.

The Economist to charge for online content

The weekly magazine is currently running a cinema, press and online campaign which aims to widen its audience reach. The campaign is focused around the strapline ‘let your mind wander'.

Economist.com at present is a free site offering access to recent magazine content, while archived content is charged for.

The magazine has recently launched another  distribution channel alongside its traditional retail and subscription service. The current issue, cover priced at £4, can be ordered online or through a mobile on a one-off basis for free next day delivery.

An online paid-for model is expected to be introduced within six months.

 

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