Estée Lauder downplayed the impact of China’s gray market crackdown on sales, lawsuit alleges: The beauty company is accused of misleading investors about the severity of the headwinds it faced.
Once valued at $100 billion in 2015, Walgreens Boots Alliance has seen its market value plummet to approximately $10 billion today, with shares down 45% in the last 12 months—making it the worst-performing stock in the S&P 500 in 2024.
Top vaccine official at FDA forced out by RFK Jr., Makary: It’s becoming clearer that Kennedy will surround himself with people who share his viewpoints on vaccines.
Oura debuts AI Advisor, Apple plans AI doctor in health app revamp: AI health agents add personalized advice and recommendations, but they should be viewed as helpful advice versus medical assessments.
AI medical scribes reduce doctor burnout, but cost savings are unclear: A new report highlights tactical benefits of the tech for health systems, but tech companies need to demonstrate how their tools deliver long-term financial benefits.
YouTube nears top spot in media revenue: The video giant is expected to overtake Disney (excluding parks), leading the global media industry.
Why CPMs are falling at Upfronts: Increased inventory and viewership is causing streamers to soften prices during the buying season.
With video ad completion rates topping 80% and new measurement partners onboard, Roblox is positioning itself as a premium ad platform for younger audiences.
Gaming opportunities for advertisers flourishing: IAB PlayFronts unveiled insights into how marketers can meet gamers where they’re at.
By buying The Search Monitor, Similarweb adds compliance firepower, but integration hurdles and pricing shifts may test smaller clients
Backlash builds against US brands as more tariffs loom: Global consumers are shunning US products, posing a threat to retailers, CPG companies, and the travel sector.
Nonbank lenders face lighter regulatory oversight than traditional lenders, allowing them to take on more risk when it comes to AI. When used in the lending process, AI can speed up approvals and communications while personalizing service.
Retail media networks (RMNs) are using APIs to give advertisers more control over the management, measurement, and optimization of their campaigns.
Much is in flux when it comes to tariffs: That uncertainty is putting stress on companies and consumers as they weigh whether to spend or save.
OpenAI introduces 4o Image Generation: Usage is skyrocketing—but while advertisers are showing more acceptance, consumer sentiment remains a concern.
X poised for ad sales growth for the first time under Musk: While we forecast sales being up 17.5% this year, the platform still has a long way to go.
Wonder acquires a media company, Unilever dedicates more spend to influencers, and Ulta launches a third-party marketplace. Here are the eight most interesting retailers and brands from last month, as ranked on our “Behind the Numbers” podcast.
National Burrito Day is this Thursday: Chipotle’s success with the made-up holiday has driven competitors like Qdoba, Moe’s Southwest Grill, and even 7-Eleven to offer their own burrito-centric deals.
K-beauty demand is soaring: South Korea outpaced France as the top source of US cosmetics imports in 2024.