Madison and Wall Podcast
Ep. 31. Meta and Alphabet Divesitures, Publicis and Omnicom Results, Greg McLelland (M&W's GM of Canada and CRO Advisory Lead)+Ads101 On Digital Advertising With Martin Galvin
Apr 18, 2025
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Quick takeaways
- The potential breakup of Meta and Alphabet due to antitrust actions raises complex implications for shareholders, advertisers, and market competition.
- Digital advertising has transformed into a collaborative ecosystem, emphasizing the importance of relationships and data-driven strategies for effective campaign management.
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Current Retail Sales Trends
U.S. retail sales data indicates a significant increase in consumer spending across various sectors, including a notable 8.8% rise in auto sales and a 7.7% increase in furniture purchases. This surge in spending is interpreted as consumers anticipating future price hikes, motivating them to buy before tariffs take effect. Interestingly, while food services and drinking places saw a year-over-year growth of 4.8%, it raises questions about whether this reflects a healthy economy or a coping mechanism for consumers. Overall, the retail sales numbers suggest a complex economic scenario, prompting further observation of how these trends will evolve over time.
