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Cinema Advertising - Mexico

Mexico
  • Ad spending in the Cinema Advertising market market in Mexico is projected to reach US$80.89m in 2024.
  • Ad spending in this sector is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 6.51%, leading to a projected market volume of US$110.90m by 2029.
  • While most revenue in the Cinema Advertising market market will be generated the United States, in Mexico will also play a significant role.
  • In the Cinema Advertising market market in Mexico, the number of viewers is expected to amount to 55.0m users by 2029.
  • The average ad spending per viewer in the Cinema Advertising market market in Mexico is projected to amount to US$1.67 in 2024.
  • In Mexico, cinema advertising is gaining traction as brands increasingly leverage the immersive experience of film to engage younger audiences effectively.

Definition:

The Cinema Advertising market pertains to the advertising sector within the cinema industry, where businesses and brands utilize various advertising formats, including pre-show ads, in-screen commercials, lobby displays, and interactive promotions, to reach a captive audience of moviegoers within cinema venues. This market offers advertisers a unique opportunity to engage with audiences in a theatrical setting, leveraging the immersive environment and high-quality audiovisual systems to create impactful and memorable brand experiences.

Additional Information:

The market encompasses key metrics such as ad spendings, average ad spending per viewer (ARPU), viewers and viewer penetration with revenues being generated through advertisers' payments for advertising placements within cinemas, including on-screen and off-screen promotions. Key players in the market are companies, such as National CineMedia, Screenvision Media, and Cineplex Digital Media.

In-Scope

  • Ads on or off screen in cinemas, such as ads on screen before a movie and posters or standees inside the cinema
  • Ads inside a cinema, such as on displays

Out-Of-Scope

  • Advertising for movies that are not displayed in the cinema, such as TV spots
  • Advertising from streaming services, such as Freevee
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Cinema Advertising: market data & analysis

Study Details

    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 Cinema Advertising market in Mexico has been experiencing significant growth in recent years, driven by changing customer preferences, industry trends, and local special circumstances.

    Customer preferences:
    Mexican consumers have shown a growing interest in cinema advertising due to its unique and immersive nature. Unlike traditional forms of advertising, cinema ads are displayed on the big screen, capturing the full attention of the audience. This provides advertisers with a powerful platform to engage with consumers and create memorable brand experiences. Additionally, cinema advertising allows for precise targeting, as ads can be shown before specific movie genres that align with the target audience's interests.

    Trends in the market:
    One of the key trends in the Mexican cinema advertising market is the increasing adoption of digital technology. Digital cinema screens offer higher resolution and better image quality, enhancing the impact of advertisements. Advertisers are also leveraging interactive and immersive technologies, such as virtual reality and augmented reality, to create engaging experiences for cinema-goers. Furthermore, the integration of data analytics and audience measurement tools allows advertisers to better understand consumer behavior and optimize their advertising strategies. Another trend in the market is the rise of native advertising. Native cinema ads seamlessly blend with the movie content, providing a more organic and non-intrusive advertising experience. This approach helps to overcome the ad fatigue that consumers often experience with traditional advertising formats. Additionally, native cinema ads have been found to be more effective in driving brand recall and purchase intent.

    Local special circumstances:
    Mexico has a vibrant film industry, producing a significant number of movies each year. This creates ample opportunities for advertisers to align their brand messaging with popular local films, leveraging the existing fan base and generating greater audience engagement. Mexican cinema-goers also have a strong affinity for local content, making it essential for advertisers to incorporate Mexican cultural elements into their ads to resonate with the audience.

    Underlying macroeconomic factors:
    Mexico's growing middle class and increasing disposable income have contributed to the expansion of the cinema advertising market. As more people have the financial means to afford entertainment activities, the number of cinema-goers has been on the rise. This provides advertisers with a larger audience base to target and a greater opportunity to reach consumers in a captive environment. Furthermore, Mexico's favorable demographic profile, with a large population of young adults, presents a lucrative market for advertisers. Younger demographics tend to be more receptive to advertising and have higher spending power, making them an attractive target audience for brands. In conclusion, the Cinema Advertising market in Mexico is developing rapidly due to changing customer preferences, industry trends, local special circumstances, and underlying macroeconomic factors. Advertisers are leveraging the immersive nature of cinema advertising, adopting digital technology, and incorporating native advertising techniques to engage with Mexican consumers effectively. The country's vibrant film industry, growing middle class, and favorable demographic profile further contribute to the market's growth potential.

    Reach

    Most recent update: Oct 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Demographics

    Most recent update: Jul 2024

    Sources: Statista Market Insights, Statista Consumer Insights Global

    Global Comparison

    Most recent update: Oct 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Methodology

    Data coverage:

    The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the Cinema market, which comprises revenues from box office, advertsing and concessions. The market includes both consumer and advertising spending. All monetary figures refer to consumer spending on tickets and concessions. This spending factors in discounts, margins, and taxes.

    Modeling approach / market size:

    The market size is determined through a bottom-up approach. We use annual financial reports of the market-leading companies and industry associations, third-party studies and reports, survey results from our primary research (e.g., Consumer Insights), as well as performance factors (e.g., user penetration, price per product, usage) 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 various macroeconomic indicators, historical developments, current trends, and reported performance indicators of key market players. In particular, we consider average prices and annual purchase frequencies.

    Forecasts:

    We apply a variety of forecasting techniques, depending on the behavior of the relevant market. For instance, the S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing are well suited for forecasting digital products and services due to the non-linear growth of technology adoption. The main drivers are GDP per capita, consumer spending per capita, and 4G coverage.

    Additional notes:

    The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is considered at a country-specific level. The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year. In some cases, the data is updated on an ad hoc basis (e.g., when new, relevant data has been released or significant changes within the market have an impact on the projected development). Consumer Insights data is reweighted for representativeness.

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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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