In highly regulated markets, consumer behaviour is not static, it responds directly to the environment. Without clear visibility into perceptions, preferences, and user loyalty, businesses risk misjudging the impact of policy changes, such as flavour restrictions, product bans, or packaging regulations. These shifts can quickly reshape the category, leaving companies reacting after the fact, investing in products that lose their appeal, or losing customers to illicit alternatives. Understanding the link between regulation and behaviour is critical to retaining your audience and maintaining market relevance.