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WPP to merge key advertising agencies
WPP shares were on the rise on Monday after the advertising giant said that it is to merge its Wunderman and J Walter Thompson agencies.
Thursday 5 November 2026
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WPP shares were on the rise on Monday after the advertising giant said that it is to merge its Wunderman and J Walter Thompson agencies.
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