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Traditional Radio Advertising - Americas

Americas
  • Ad spending in the Traditional Radio Advertising market in the Americas is forecasted to reach US$14.80bn in 2024.
  • The ad spending is anticipated to demonstrate an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2030) of -1.68%, leading to a projected market volume of US$13.37bn by 2030.
  • By 2030, the number of listeners in the Traditional Radio Advertising market in the Americas is expected to reach 0.0users.
  • The average ad spending per radio listener in the Traditional Radio Advertising market in the Americas is projected to be US$24.98 in 2024.
  • In the Americas, traditional radio advertising remains a stalwart in the advertising market, offering a reliable and widespread reach to businesses of all sizes.

Definition:
Traditional Radio Advertising refers to audio advertising on the program service of a terrestrial radio station or network (terrestrial radio broadcasting and satellite radio services in the U.S. and Canada). It also includes direct (local) advertising, in which advertisers reach out to individual stations, as well as indirect (national) advertising, in which advertisers employ media buying agencies to manage their advertising purchases from individual stations.

Additional information:
Traditional Radio Advertising comprises advertising spending, users, and average revenue per user. The market only displays B2B spending. Figures are based on advertising spending and exclude agency commissions, rebates, production costs, and taxes. For more information on the data displayed, use the info button right next to the boxes.

In-Scope

  • Traditional Radio Advertising broadcasting on the program service of a terrestrial radio station or network

Out-Of-Scope

  • Digital Audio Advertising through pre- and in-Stream Audio Ads that appear in music and podcast streaming services
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    Ad Spending

    Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

    Most recent update: Oct 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Most recent update: Oct 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Analyst Opinion

    The Traditional Radio Advertising market in Americas is experiencing significant growth and development due to changing customer preferences and underlying macroeconomic factors.

    Customer preferences:
    Customers in the Americas are increasingly turning to traditional radio advertising as a way to reach their target audience. This is because radio has a wide reach and is easily accessible to a large number of people. Additionally, many customers find radio advertising to be more engaging and memorable compared to other forms of advertising. Furthermore, radio advertising allows for precise targeting, as different radio stations cater to specific demographics and interests.

    Trends in the market:
    One of the key trends in the Traditional Radio Advertising market in Americas is the shift towards digital radio advertising. As technology continues to advance, more people are listening to radio through digital platforms such as online streaming and mobile apps. This trend has opened up new opportunities for advertisers to reach their target audience through targeted digital radio advertising campaigns. Another trend in the market is the increasing use of data and analytics to optimize radio advertising campaigns. Advertisers are leveraging data to better understand their target audience and tailor their messages accordingly. This allows them to create more effective and personalized radio advertisements that resonate with listeners.

    Local special circumstances:
    Each country in the Americas has its own unique set of circumstances that influence the Traditional Radio Advertising market. For example, in the United States, the market is highly competitive with a large number of radio stations vying for advertising dollars. This has led to innovative advertising strategies and the use of new technologies to stand out from the competition. In Brazil, radio remains a popular medium for reaching the masses, particularly in rural areas where access to other forms of media may be limited. As a result, advertisers in Brazil continue to invest in radio advertising as an effective way to reach a wide audience.

    Underlying macroeconomic factors:
    The growing economy in the Americas is contributing to the development of the Traditional Radio Advertising market. As disposable incomes rise, more people have the means to purchase products and services advertised on radio. This creates a demand for advertising space and drives growth in the market. Furthermore, the increasing urbanization in the Americas is also fueling the growth of the Traditional Radio Advertising market. As more people move to cities, the population density increases, leading to a larger audience for radio stations. This provides advertisers with a larger pool of potential customers to target. In conclusion, the Traditional Radio Advertising market in Americas is experiencing growth and development due to changing customer preferences, such as the shift towards digital radio advertising, and underlying macroeconomic factors, including a growing economy and increasing urbanization. Advertisers are leveraging these trends and special circumstances in each country to create effective and targeted radio advertising campaigns.

    Reach

    Most recent update: Oct 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Global Comparison

    Most recent update: Oct 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Methodology

    Data coverage:

    Data encompasses enterprises (B2B). Figures are based on traditional radio advertising spending and exclude agency commissions, rebates, production costs, and taxes. The market covers advertising spending in broadcasting programs on terrestrial radio stations or networks.

    Modeling approach:

    Market size is determined by a combined top-down and bottom-up approach. We use industry association reports, third-party reports, and survey results from our primary research (e.g., Consumer Insights Global Survey) to analyze the markets. To estimate the market size for each country individually, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific industry associations, such as GDP, population, media consumption, internet users, and consumer spending.

    Forecasts:

    We use a variety of forecasting techniques, depending on the behavior of the market. For instance, the S-curve function is well suited to forecast digital products due to the non-linear growth of technology adoption, whereas exponential trend smoothing (ETS) is more suited for projecting steady growth in traditional advertising markets.

    Additional notes:

    Data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice per year in case market dynamics change.

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    Key Market Indicators

    Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

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