DVJ Insights recognised among Europe's Long-Term Growth Champions for the second consecutive year
Financial Times and Statista once again recognise DVJ Insights for its sustained organic growth over a decade, highlighting the international market research agency's continued success in a challenging industry.
London, 28 October 2026 - DVJ Insights has once again been recognised as one of Europe's Long-Term Growth Champions 2027 by the Financial Times and Statista. For the second consecutive year, the international market research agency has secured a place among Europe's long-term growth leaders, reflecting more than a decade of sustained organic growth.
The recognition comes at a time when the market research industry is facing increasing pressure from declining market growth, price competition and a growing focus on automation and efficiency. Against this backdrop, DVJ has continued to expand its international presence and grow its business without external investors or acquisitions. The company's consistent performance demonstrates the strength of a long-term strategy built on research quality, continuous innovation and strategic consultancy.
Sustained growth through quality and international expansion
Over the past decade, DVJ has expanded its presence across Europe, establishing local teams in the UK, Germany, Spain and the Nordics alongside its Dutch operations. This international growth has been driven by a consistent approach: combining strong local market understanding with global research expertise, academic partnerships and experienced consultants.
While the market research industry increasingly focuses on speed, automation and efficiency, DVJ continues to invest in the quality and strategic value of its research. By combining advanced methodologies with consultancy, the agency helps organisations translate insights into better decisions and measurable Brand Growth.
"Being recognised by the Financial Times and Statista for the second year in a row is something we are incredibly proud of," says Lucas Hulsebos, CEO and owner of DVJ Insights. "Sustained growth doesn't happen by chance. It requires a clear strategy, the right people and a constant commitment to improving what you do. We have always believed that quality and added value are the foundation of long-term success. Seeing that approach reflected in our own performance, year after year, is a strong confirmation of what we stand for."
From growth research to business success
For more than a decade, DVJ has studied the drivers of Brand Growth through academic partnerships and continuous research among marketing professionals. These insights also form the foundation of CEO Lucas Hulsebos' book The Growth Decision, which explores why some organisations consistently achieve growth while others struggle.
DVJ applies these same principles to its own organisation. Its sustained international growth reflects the importance of making deliberate strategic choices, investing in people and innovation, and consistently creating value for clients.
The latest Financial Times recognition also follows DVJ's first German growth award, the FOCUS-Business Wachstumschampion 2027, and nine consecutive FD Gazelle Awards in the Netherlands. Together, these achievements demonstrate the consistency of DVJ's business performance across European markets.
About Europe's Long-Term Growth Champions 2027
Europe's Long-Term Growth Champions 2027 is a ranking compiled by the Financial Times in collaboration with Statista. It recognises European companies that have achieved exceptional long-term revenue growth over a ten-year period, from 2015 to 2025. The ranking assesses companies based on their compound annual revenue growth rate, with an emphasis on independent businesses demonstrating predominantly organic growth.
About DVJ Insights
DVJ Insights is an award-winning, independent global market research agency focused on Brand Growth. Specialising in brand and communications, innovation, shopper and strategic studies, DVJ combines academic rigour, advanced data science, innovative research methods and strategic consultancy to help organisations make better decisions and achieve measurable growth. With offices across Europe, including the UK, Germany, Spain, Norway, Denmark, Sweden and the Netherlands, DVJ combines global expertise with strong local market understanding.
