AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoRadio Growth: iHeartMedia says a $100 million programmatic radio opportunity is taking shape, while Urban One also reported revenue growth in its radio division. Holiday Campaigns: Waitrose reunited Keira Knightley and Joe Wilkinson for a Christmas ad sequel, as marketers compete for seasonal attention. AI and Search Ads: Google’s AI Mode ads are live, with follow-up query placements; OpenAI will let brands track mentions in ChatGPT. Political Advertising: AI-generated political ads surged during the 2026 campaign, though campaigns still relied more on other messaging. Republicans’ heavy ad spending also raised questions about whether voters were watching. Creative and Effectiveness: Publicis London won two golds in Ocean Outdoor’s digital creative competition for Lloyds Bank and Fertility Action, while Nielsen ranked radio second only to social media for advertising ROI. Brand Strategy: New commentary argues brand building drives long-term revenue and profit, even as research warns that AI advertising is eroding consumer trust in Australia.
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