TV ad reach among US adults ages 25 to 34 grew in all seven industries tracked, and every category topped 31 million viewers, up from just two above 30 million in June 2025, according to a June report from Samba TV.
Social media ads purchased through retail media networks will be a small slice of both markets in 2026. Only $1.3 billion will flow toward them, representing just 2% of retail media ad spending and roughly 1% of all social media ad spending, according to EMARKETER's forecast and our analyst Sarah Marzano.
In today’s podcast episode, we discuss whether Meta is best positioned to launch a personal AI agent like Muse, which use cases are most likely to drive adoption, and how we’ll need to rebuild the internet for this new reality. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Vice President of Content Suzy Davidkhanian, and Principal Analysts Yory Wurmser and Max Willens for the discussion. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube or Spotify.
Google Maps reached 153.0 million US unique visitors in July, more than 2.5 times Apple Maps' 60.7 million, according to a September report from Comscore.
Better measurement and simpler buying could make OOH a stronger contender for ad budgets.
Brands should vet new shows for staying power and protect investments against abrupt cancellations.
In September 2026, we analyzed 5,630 ChatGPT and 5,630 Google Gemini recommendations across five automotive categories to compile the AI Visibility Index.
In today’s podcast episode, we discuss what it would mean for your smart fridge to act as a personal food assistant, what if Skydance is unable to pay off its $80 billion debt load, and how conversational commerce could disrupt the third-party marketplace flywheel. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Vice President Suzy Davidkhanian, Analyst Marisa Jones, and Vice President and Principal Analyst Sarah Marzano. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch the episode on YouTube or Spotify.
Wayfair is concentrating its fall advertising on sports with the “Wayfair Delivers” campaign, anchored by a new TV ad starring quarterback Matthew Stafford and his family. Stafford’s status as an All Star quarterback gives the spot contextual relevance for football fans, while the family setting gives casual sports watchers a relatable hook. Together, the two audiences help Wayfair get the most from its spend.
Rejecting personalized pricing could help preserve shopper trust as scrutiny of data-driven pricing intensifies.
Repeat buying rose 6.6 points in Q2 as overall rates fell, showing the value of customer relationships beyond big purchases.
Drugmakers get clearer expectations for approvals and patients get a defined role in drug development.
Brands can influence purchase decisions, though fragmented journeys complicate attribution.
A limited-edition premium razor will test whether shoppers will pay more for better design and experience.
The approach lets them meet immediate staffing needs while keeping the option to retain workers longer if demand holds up.
Same-day loans can cover everyday cash gaps as fintechs tailor credit to consumers with different liquidity needs.
The Big Five are closing the gap, yet clearer account benefits and lower fees could help them do it faster.
Opening iPhone NFC could help rival wallets, but they’ll need compelling perks to change habits.
Its $10 million marketing budget favors early relationships, with long-term value tied to evolving needs.
BofA's accessible program shows the appeal of broader perks, but enrollment doesn't guarantee profits.