FTC escalates Omnicom-IPG merger review: The $13 billion deal faces regulatory scrutiny over potential impacts on media competition and pricing power.
Gen Z is feeling squeezed: High living costs are driving Gen Zers to spend nearly twice as much as they save, which is leading them to prioritize essentials.
Some Kohl’s stores no longer accept Amazon returns: The move, which the retailer says is a temporary test, suggests the partnership may have fallen short of expectations.
The service advances Block’s goal of “banking our base” and could drive Cash App adoption.
Solving this hurdle can help digital wallets better meet customer demand.
A lot happens in a week, so every Friday we're going to analyze all the new data and provide you with some of the key takeaways. Welcome to the Friday 5. This week, teens want ads with products in action, consumers aren’t giving brands negative feedback, and St. Patrick’s Day doesn’t interest consumers as much as other holidays.
Ulta lost beauty market share for the first time in 2024: The retailer is relying on a new marketplace, enhanced omnichannel experiences, and international expansion to recover sales.
Lawmakers investigate telehealth tie-ups with pharma: Despite more scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest, we expect even more Big Pharma D2C launches this year.
Marketers can use this to recognize high growth areas of investment strategies and acknowledge the uncertainty shown in TikTok investments as a potential nudge to diversify their social ad spend.
X is still a destination for news: Our Industry KPI data shows engagement varying dramatically throughout the year
Nearly all marketers are concerned about Trump’s tariffs: The trade war is putting pressure on marketers—but there are some options to mitigate the damage to brands.
With profits down and factories years away, Foxconn says tariffs are a major obstacle for companies navigating rising costs and supply chain instability.
Luxury brands shake up their creative ranks: While Gucci is betting on provocateur Demna to revitalize its brand, Versace opts for a steadier path.
This week, in-person events bring consumers closer to brands, agencies face creative challenges, and TikTok’s troubles highlight Pinterest’s potential.
Fast, AI-driven support appeals to many, but empathy and access to live agents are vital to maintaining customer relationships.
Meta’s new Stories payout model drops view minimums, aiming to reengage influencers and win back young users.
US retail media ad spending will increase 88.5% from 2024 to 2028, reaching $97.9 billion, according to a November 2024 EMARKETER forecast.
Consumers are confused about tariffs, and brands need to find a way to reach them with the right messaging about the potential for volatile pricing.
Influencer marketing spend will grow15% YoY, outpacing digital and social ad spending, and will reach $10.52 billion in 2025, EMARKETER forecasts. Despite its growth, influencer marketing has maintained a core communication issue—no one knows what to call the people who are doing the work.