Analysis

2 days ago

What marketers can learn from Gen Z cultures across Asia

EXCLUSIVE: In a new report by Ylab and Hakuhodo Consulting, Gen Zs across eight markets are studied to understand what shapes their purchasing decisions.

2 days ago

Ad Nut's favourite campaigns of 2024

An animation about death. An anti-smiling movement. A video game with cats. Ad Nut’s most memorable campaigns of the year are a weird, wonderful mix.

2 days ago

Keeping up appearances: The truth about 2024

Faking it has become the industry’s survival mechanism—but at what cost? Andreas Krasser reflects on a year of inflated appearances, shrinking budgets, and the urgent need for honesty and authenticity in both agencies and clients alike.

3 days ago

What makes holiday ads truly effective in APAC?

Amid holiday ad fatigue, Campaign delves into how brands can craft tailored campaigns to resonate with diverse APAC audiences and seize opportunities in this year’s evolving shopping landscape.

3 days ago

Nearly half of marketers eyeing budget cuts: Totem China marketing and media trends 2025

TOP OF THE CHARTS: Totem’s 10th annual report on marketing and media in China highlights key 2025 forecasts, including 48% of brands planning budget cuts and a projected rebound in consumer spending through 2025 and 2026.

4 days ago

November APAC advertiser of the month: Taobao, Louis Vuitton, and Chanel

The three brands lead in advertising awareness gains in Hong Kong this month, with Taobao’s Double 11 campaign dominating public attention.

4 days ago

The $31 billion Omnicom-IPG deal has industrial logic but also many caveats

The biggest beneficiary might not be the two companies involved, but the wider agency sector itself, writes Campaign UK editor-in-chief, Gideon Spanier.

Dec 16, 2024

Top exits and entrances of 2024

Explore our annual recap of marcomms leaders who transitioned into new roles or departed from their current positions over the past year.

Dec 16, 2024

Omnicom-IPG billings worth $2.7 billion in China: Ebiquity

In accordance with latest findings, the deal will position the combined group to achieve a 15.5% global market share, with ambitions to strengthen its foothold and close the gap with competitors in mainland China.

Dec 13, 2024

Audi China marketers on launch of new EV brand

In an exclusive interview with Campaign, Audi China's marketers spoke about launching an entirely new brand targeted at younger consumers, competing in China's busy EV market, and picking Zheng Qinwen as an ambassador.

Dec 13, 2024

An AI lens on the marketing headaches of 2024

Privacy fracas, economic turmoil, and an attention-fleeting digital world—Trinity P3 founder and chief executive Darren Woolley asked AI to prioritise the pain points that dominated marketing agendas across Asia-Pacific in 2024. Here's his take.

Dec 11, 2024

40 Under 40 2024: Neel Chhaya, DDB Group

A people-first leader, Chhaya has been instrumental in fuelling DDB Group’s client growth, reshaping service delivery, and fostering a culture of inclusivity.

Dec 11, 2024

Publicis agencies lead Agency of the Year 2024 APAC awards

Publicis Groupe led in creativity, PR, and culture, with OMD dominating media.

Dec 11, 2024

Publicis reigns at SEA Agency of the Year 2024

Leo Burnett and BBH Singapore stole the spotlight, as OMD took home media glory.

Dec 10, 2024

40 Under 40 2024: Natalja Voronova, Goodyear

With only seven months to her name at an MNC, Voronova has already made strides with many of her practical solutions speedily coming to life.

Dec 10, 2024

Agency of the Year 2024 winners: Australia/New Zealand

See the complete winners list for the Australia/New Zealand region in the 2024 Campaign Asia-Pacific Agency of the Year awards.

Dec 10, 2024

Adland reacts to Omnicom-IPG mega-merger

The creation of advertising's new superpower has sparked intense debate about the future of marketing services. Campaign speaks to industry figures about what the $25.6 billion deal means for creativity, competition, and clients worldwide.

Dec 9, 2024

Omnicom’s Interpublic ambition: A deal that could redraw advertising’s power map

"This is more about cost synergies than revenue growth," argues Campaign columnist Ian Whittaker. As Omnicom targets Interpublic, is this deal a revolution or a recalibration?

Dec 9, 2024

The 12-minute window to CTV’s goldmine

The fight for CTV inventory is fierce, but the most valuable ad space isn't where you think it is. Ramakrishnan Raja says that CMOs must master how to leverage the 12-minute discovery window for maximum impact.