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US holiday shopping 2022: ’Tis the season to be (cautiously) optimistic

Despite continued economic uncertainty, US shoppers are looking forward to spending for the holidays. Retailers that offer good value will come out on top.
Holiday 2022 – Will Stores Capture This Moment?

Today’s holiday experience feels very different than it did two years ago —and even last year. Consumers are now able to go into stores and do so feeling safer.
State of the Hispanic Consumer 2022 [REPORT]

Hispanics in the US epitomize the nation’s status as a “melting pot.” The number of Hispanic Americans grows each year, and their keystone role in our culture does as well. Within this group, a rich variety of trends emerge and observers must be careful not to paint Hispanics with too broad a brush. In order to effectively understand and reach this key cohort, researchers must look closely at the many strands of this tapestry.
2022 U.S. Hispanics [REPORT]

Global communications consulting firm LLYC and national polling firm Expedition Strategies joined forces to research and provide insights into the over 62 million U.S. Hispanics, who represent one in five Americans. As this community continues to grow, U.S. businesses must learn more about their unique culture, behaviors, and purchasing preferences to successfully serve this population.
How does Gen Z see its place in the working world? With trepidation

Americans 18 to 24 years old report high rates of mental-health challenges, impediments to effective work, and worries about the future.
National Brands Kickstart Local Demand [REPORT]

When local businesses stumble, a national brand’s revenue tumbles. A third of national marketers say 40% or more of their company’s revenue comes from local business partners, yet less than 30% of small businesses have fully recovered from the pandemic. Do the math, and you’ll see a lot of lost revenue.
Why In-house Brand & Creative Teams are Restructuring [REPORT]

The Q3 2022 Creative Operations Report reveals that, once again, 75% of creative teams have experienced or will soon experience structural changes.
Hispanics’ Love for Fintech Grows — Do Traditional Banks Stand a Chance?

Fintech is on fire and Hispanics, are adding fuel to the flame, according to the latest research report by Plaid (Fintech Effect 2021). The report showcases how the pandemic has accelerated fintech adoption, growing from 58% usage in 2020 to 88% usage in 2021. That’s a 52% increase in one year! By Karla Fernandez Parker - Advertising Executive, Senior Leadership, and Multicultural Marketer
2021 Hispanic Market Thought Leaders available for FREE DOWNLOAD

HispanicAd presents our 8th edition of the Hispanic Market Thought Leaders. Every edition we strive to cover important marketing topics in our Industry and highlight The Top Marketing executives for their contributions to our Industry. The 2020 US Census is our main research tool in demonstrating once again the importance, vibrancy and influence our Hispanic Consumers have in todays marketplace. We will be publishing the 2022 edition on November 7, 2022.
Streaming’s “Golden Age” Is Fading Due to Inflation [REPORT]

Rising fees and inflation are testing consumer loyalty to streaming services
Amplifying Black voices in media [REPORT]

Black buying power in the U.S. is estimated to grow to $1.98 trillion by 20251. And while most brands acknowledge that Black consumers are critical to their growth and cultural relevance, earning Black consumers’ business can prove challenging as Black people around the world become more discerning of how, where and when brands are targeting them.
2023 Media Budgets [REPORT]

Marketing and advertising budgets are coming under increasing pressure and heavy scrutiny from finance directors in the volatile and unpredictable 2022 marketplace. Nevertheless, some of the world’s biggest brands remain committed to maintaining planned investment despite the threat of recession in many markets.
Media Responsibility Index, Finds Global Social Platforms Making Most Progress, and Benchmarks Broadcast & Cable, CTV/OTT, Digital Video and Display

IPG Mediabrands and its intelligence arm MAGNA, unveiled the 4th issue of its signature Media Responsibility Index (MRI 4.0), an initiative that strives to raise industry awareness and standards around harm reduction for brands and consumers in advertising.
Hispanics Losing Confidence in U.S. Economy

Hispanics are increasingly concerned about their personal finances, leading to a decline in optimism in the U.S. economy during the third quarter, according to a new poll from the Florida Atlantic University Business and Economics Polling Initiative (FAU BEPI).
How to build brands with commerce advertising

The line between offline and online has blurred in consumer journeys over recent years. Consumers search for products online and buy them in an offline store later, or vice versa. Commerce touchpoints are more integrated into the omnichannel path to purchase than ever before, with sophisticated targeting capabilities and digital platforms becoming a more integral part of consumers’ day-to-day life.
2/3 of Latinas Influencers feel underrepresented in marketing campaigns [REPORT]

SocialPubli announced the release of The Latina Influence 2022 Industry Report, which underlines the key motivations, preferences and behaviors of Latina influencers and content creators.
Positive depictions of females in advertising can lead to superior business outcomes [REPORT]

SeeHer and Ipsos announced their findings from their first joint whitepaper, Strive for More, focused on female representation in advertising. The report reveals that positive female representation can be beneficial to brands and highlights creative techniques companies can utilize in their advertising development process to create greater success and stronger relationships with consumers.
Hispanic Gen Z Breaking Stereotypes and Driving Change

One generation is blazing a trail and breaking convention – Gen Z. An area in which we see a tremendous impact by this demographic is employment.
Gen Z and Millennials More Willing to Spend Now and Say They’re Better Off Financially Than Gen X and Baby Boomers

Scorpion announced the results of a survey that explores the generational differences in consumer behavior and business expectations during this inflationary period.
Beyond on-screen: Off-camera diversity attracts new audiences

While most conversations on representation in media are centered around what audiences see on screen, of growing importance to viewers—and growing influence in attracting new audiences—is diversity and inclusion behind the cameras.