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SMS Advertising - BRICS

BRICS
  • Ad spending in the SMS Advertising market in BRICS is forecasted to reach US$201.45m in 2025.
  • The market is expected to experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR 2025-2029) of 3.19%, leading to a projected market volume of US$228.45m by 2029.
  • When compared globally, the United States is anticipated to generate the most ad spending (US$318.50m in 2025).
  • The average ad spending per capita in the SMS Advertising market is projected to be US$0.06 in 2025.
  • In Brazil, SMS Advertising is gaining traction due to its cost-effectiveness and high engagement rates in reaching a diverse audience.

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 SMS Advertising Market within the Direct Messaging Advertising sector in BRICS is witnessing moderate growth, influenced by factors like rising mobile penetration, increasing consumer engagement, and the effectiveness of targeted messaging strategies.

Customer preferences:
As mobile usage continues to rise among diverse demographics in BRICS nations, consumers are demonstrating a preference for personalized and engaging SMS advertising that aligns with their cultural values and lifestyle choices. This shift is reflected in the growing importance of localized content that resonates with regional trends, such as festive promotions or culturally relevant messaging. Additionally, younger consumers prioritize brands that convey authenticity and social responsibility, prompting advertisers to adopt more transparent and community-focused approaches in their SMS campaigns.

Trends in the market:
In BRICS nations, the SMS Advertising market is experiencing a shift towards hyper-personalization, with brands increasingly leveraging data analytics to deliver tailored messages that align with local cultural nuances. In Brazil, for instance, promotions linked to Carnival resonate well with consumers, while in India, localized festive offers during Diwali generate significant engagement. Moreover, younger audiences across these regions are gravitating towards brands that demonstrate social responsibility, compelling advertisers to prioritize transparency and community involvement in their SMS campaigns. This trend underscores the need for industry stakeholders to adapt their strategies to foster genuine connections with consumers, enhancing brand loyalty and driving conversion rates.

Local special circumstances:
In China, the SMS Advertising market is propelled by the widespread use of mobile messaging apps, where brands utilize WeChat to deliver targeted campaigns, embracing data privacy regulations that prioritize user consent. In Brazil, SMS campaigns align with local festivities like Carnival, leveraging cultural moments to engage consumers. India's market benefits from a youthful demographic eager for localized content, especially during festivals like Diwali. Meanwhile, in Russia, regulatory frameworks necessitate compliance with stringent data protection laws, influencing how brands craft messages that resonate within the local context.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The SMS Advertising market within the Direct Messaging Advertising Landscape is significantly shaped by macroeconomic factors such as the rise of mobile connectivity, economic growth rates, and consumer spending behaviors. In countries like China and Brazil, robust economic expansion and a growing middle class have led to increased smartphone penetration, enhancing the effectiveness of targeted SMS campaigns. Conversely, economic uncertainty or stagnation in regions like Russia can dampen advertising budgets, compelling brands to adopt more strategic messaging approaches. Furthermore, regulatory frameworks addressing data privacy influence how companies engage consumers, necessitating a balance between effective marketing and compliance.

Global Comparison

Most recent update: Oct 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Methodology

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2B enterprises. Figures are based on SMS Advertising spending and exclude agency commissions, rebates, production costs, and taxes. The market covers the advertising budget used for creating and sending SMS advertisements.

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a bottom-up approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market. As a basis for evaluating markets, 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., the Statista Consumer Insights Global survey), as well as performance factors (e.g., user penetration, usage). In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, number of internet users, and internet coverage. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, 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. The main drivers are GDP per capita, consumer spending per capita, and internet coverage.

Additional notes:

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). Data from the Statista Consumer Insights Global survey is reweighted for representativeness.

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

Most recent update: Jan 2025

Source: Statista Market Insights

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Advertising worldwide – statistics & facts

All advertising markets across the globe win, yet some win more than others. Ad spending worldwide increased by eight percent to almost 792 billion U.S. dollars in 2024, compared to a growth rate below three percent in the previous year. For comparison, in 2024, Taiwan ranked 22nd among the leading economies by gross domestic product (GDP) with a result estimated at 775 billion dollars. Whereas global ad revenues concentrate in areas with large populations or high purchasing power – preferably both – their evolution depends on a wider set of indicators. It was projected that, in 2024, the Americas would be the world's fastest-growing ad market and the only one whose expansion matched the global average. The second-placed region, comprising Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), would see its ad expenditure rise by little more than six percent.
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