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The Crucial Role of Insights-Based Research in Engaging the U.S. Hispanic Market
As the U.S. Hispanic market continues to grow and diversify, understanding and connecting with this vibrant segment has never been more critical for brands. Insights-based research is the key to unlocking the cultural nuances, values, and behaviors that drive decision-making among Hispanic consumers. By leveraging these insights, brands can develop strategies and campaigns that resonate deeply and authentically with the Latino audience. At Culture IQ, we specialize in providing the insights needed to guide your success in this dynamic market.
Record Latino Voter Engagement and Shifting Political Sentiments Highlighted in Final Week of the Nation’s Only Weekly Latino Voter Poll [REPORT]
Entravision, AltaMed, and BSP Research have unveiled Week 8 findings from the 2024 National Latino Voter Tracking Poll, showcasing record engagement and significant insights into Latino voters' perspectives as Election Day approaches. With 84% of registered Latino voters already casting their ballots or expressing near certainty to vote, the poll highlights unprecedented enthusiasm, as early voting among Latinos has doubled in just the past week. Despite this strong participation, the data also reflect growing anxieties, with many Latino voters concerned about potential election disputes and their community's place in America. Additionally, the findings show intensified Democratic outreach efforts, outpacing Republican engagement, and a clear preference for Kamala Harris among Latino voters, indicating key shifts in support and political sentiment within the community.
Decoding the Complex Latino Vote in the 2024 Election [INSIGHT]
It’s clear that the Hispanic vote is far from a monolithic force. Instead, it reflects a complex landscape where affluence, social status, and ideology converge, shaping distinct partisan trends across multi-ethnic and socioeconomically diverse Latino communities. Today’s Latino voter is increasingly informed by unique experiences and values, highlighting the nuances of a voting demographic that demands to be understood beyond stereotypes. By Gabriela Alcantara-Diaz - Founder, President of SEMILLA Multicultural, Inc.
ANA unveils Loyalty Marketing Report highlighting growing Importance, Challenges, and Fraud Concerns
The Association of National Advertisers (ANA) and HUMAN Security (HUMAN) have released a new report on loyalty marketing, revealing the increasing significance of loyalty programs for brands in the current marketing landscape. Loyalty marketing, which rewards customers for repeat purchases or interactions with a brand, has become a key strategy for companies seeking to deepen customer relationships and drive long-term value.
Part II: Hispanics’ CPG Shopping Trends – Impact and Opportunities for Retail Activation [REPORT]
14% of U.S. households are Hispanic households, and these consumers are more likely to shop in-store than online. This report, Part II in a two-part series, focuses on U.S. Hispanic retail engagement. It also explores the importance of understanding cultural references and opportunities to activate these valuable shoppers around specific holidays.
Part I: Hispanic Consumers Drive 16% of Total US CPG Growth [REPORT]
Hispanic consumers are fueling 16% of total consumer packaged goods (CPG) growth in the United States, with spending trends that vary from non-Hispanic counterparts in both dollar and unit sales, as well as the channels they shop. In two new reports, Part I: Meet the U.S. Hispanic CPG Consumer and Part II: Hispanics’ CPG Shopping Trends, Circana™ delves into the complexity of the U.S. Hispanic population and their influence in reshaping purchasing behavior across multiple categories, including baby care, laundry products, and bottled water.
The Challenge of Attention [REPORT]
Attention is important, so how do we measure it? For more than ten years now, the sheer scale and volume of media available to advertisers has been proliferating. Digital technologies and platforms mean that consumer choice about how, where, and when they consume media content has exploded and so fragmented. It is no longer possible to reach mass audiences at scale simply by running a TV ad campaign. As a result, many now characterise modern marketing as an attention economy, a multimedia competition for consumer eyeballs.
After Transforming Advertising, AI Is Coming for Marketing
Over the past decade, artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the way advertisers manage advertising campaigns. Platforms like Meta and Google have deeply integrated AI into their systems, automating the once-tedious processes of ad targeting, creative testing, and bid optimization. This transformation has enabled advertisers to scale campaigns with minimal manual input, maximizing performance while reducing operational burdens.
Back To The Office Study: Marketers, Agencies And Average Americans Now Have Similar Commuting Habits
Marketers and media agencies are increasing their commutes and spending more days at the office, according to a brand new Advertiser Perceptions study of 305 media agencies and brands commissioned by the Cumulus Media | Westwood One Audio Active Group®. Interviews took place October 1-4, 2024 and the results were compared to previous conducted in April 2022, October 2022, April 2023, October 2023, and April 2024.
The cost of Housing in America
But the cost of living is putting serious pressure on their dreams of buying a home, or even staying where they are. And it’s not just renters who feel this. Homeowners often share with me how fortunate they were with their timing, knowing the current prices and rates make it hard for new buyers.
Tapping the Trillion-Dollar Latino Market: A Roadmap to Build Trust for Corporate America
Latinos often take center stage during U.S. presidential election years, recognized as a critical voting bloc with the power to shape the nation's future. With over 36 million projected eligible voters, the race to win the Hispanic vote is more urgent than ever. But this community has proven to be incredibly influential beyond politics, driving progress across all institutions, particularly business. Leaders of all institutions and organizations looking for sustained growth and influence must prioritize building and strengthening their relationships with Latinos. The 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer Special Report: Business and Racial Justice highlights how crucial it is for communities to feel seen and elevated. The data shows that people are 24 points more likely to trust businesses that serve the needs of their racial community well. However, only 45% of Hispanic/Latino respondents in the U.S. feel that businesses truly understand their experiences and are committed to their growth. By Carolina Rincón Sato, SVP, Multicultural Brand.
How Brands Reignited the Olympics Advertising Competition for LA 2028
The Olympics in Paris marked the start of a journey toward a more democratized marketplace for brands looking to reach audiences during tentpole sporting events. By 2028, as the 34th Olympiad begins in Los Angeles, the games should be accessible to a much broader array of advertisers than ever before.
Getting Audio & Podcasting on the Media Plan: A Guide for Mutual Success [REPORT]
Getting Audio & Podcasting on the Media Plan: A Guide for Mutual Success dives into the untapped potential of digital audio in marketing, spotlighting how brands can reach highly engaged audiences and leverage the trusted connection audio listeners have with content. The guide reveals a notable gap between consumer audio usage and brand investment, presenting a unique chance to improve ROI by embracing digital audio’s reach and flexibility.
The importance of reaching out to Hispanics to get out to vote.
Kathy Whitlock, VP Strategy & Insights interviewed Teri Arvesu, SVP of Social Impact and Sustainability at TelevisaUnivision to talk about the importance of reaching out to Hispanics to get out to vote.
Flipping the script: Working men disrupt gender constructs [REPORT]
Many organizations have invested in making work better for women, yet gaps continue to persist. But according to research1 from Deloitte's DEI Institute™, today's corporate environment doesn't fully support working men in achieving success on their terms either. Fortunately, disrupting gender constructs at work can not only help determine the true wants and needs of workers, but the barriers in the way.
How Americans See Men and Masculinity [REPORT]
The status of men in American society has been at the center of recent national political conversations. Some people have spoken out about what they perceive to be attacks on traditional manhood, while others have warned about what they see as “toxic masculinity.” More broadly, many have expressed concern about how men are doing socially and economically.
U.S. immigrant population in 2023 saw largest increase in more than 20 years
The number of immigrants living in the United States increased by roughly 1.6 million people in 2023. That marks the largest single-year increase in the nation’s immigrant population since 2000, according to a Pew Research Center analysis of recently published data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Unlocking Purchase Power Across Ethnicities and Generations Through the Accurate Portrayal of Women and Girls [REPORT]
Regardless of country, gender, race, ethnicity or generation, consumers perceive gender inequality as one of the moreurgent global issues of our time. While 94% of consumers around the world believe that achieving gender equality holds personal importance to them1 and 81% have a hopeful outlook on gender equality, the negative impacts of gender inequality continue to reverberate around the globe.
The Multicultural dilema
I asked ChatGPT 4.0 to define Culture and here is what the A.I. Gods say about culture: Culture refers to the shared beliefs, values, customs, behaviors, and artifacts that a group of people use to interpret their world and interact with others. It encompasses language, traditions, social norms, art, music, food, and rituals, shaping how individuals identify themselves and relate to their community. Culture influences people’s worldview, communication, and behavior, often passed down through generations. By Xavier Mantilla
the year of impact 2025 MEDIA TRENDS [REPORT]
Media is increasingly driven by sophisticated algorithms, becoming 100% addressable, 100% shoppable, and 100% accountable. For 15 years, dentsu's annual media trends report has been the industry's most sought-after trend forecast. Download the 2025 edition to prepare for the many opportunities to drive impact in the algorithmic era.
