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  • Ad spending in the Advertising market in India is forecasted to reach US$15.78bn in 2025.
  • The largest market is TV & Video Advertising with a market volume of US$6.64bn in 2025.
  • Compared globally, the United States will lead in ad spending, reaching US$455.93bn in 2025.
  • Within the Advertising market in India, 46% of total ad spending will come from digital sources in 2030.
  • The average ad spending per capita in the TV & Video Advertising market is expected to be US$4.57 in 2025.
  • Moreover, Advertising market of the 86% revenue in India will be generated through programmatic advertising in 2030.
  • India's advertising market is experiencing a shift towards digital platforms, with increased focus on targeted online campaigns to reach tech-savvy consumers.

Definition:
Advertising spending refers to expenses for promotional strategies with which brands or businesses purchase advertising space to promote products or services. The primary purposes of advertising include creating awareness, generating interest, and persuading consumers to take a particular action such as purchasing a product, visiting a website, or supporting brands. Advertisers use advertising to reach their target audience while media companies and advertising agencies use it as a source of income.

Structure:
The advertising spending consists of two main channels (traditional advertising and digital advertising). Traditional Advertising refers to above-the-line media that delivers commercial messages to broad audiences. This includes mass media such as traditional TV, traditional radio, printed newspapers, printed magazines, and traditional out-of-home (OOH) advertising formats. Digital Advertising uses the internet to deliver marketing messages to internet users in various forms. This includes digital video, search engine, social media, digital out-of-home, digital banner, digital audio, digital classifieds, and influencer advertising.

Additional information:
The market comprises advertising spending, share by advertising channel, users, average revenue per user, advertising share by industry, ad spending by medium, and digital ad spending share (programmatic and non-programmatic). The market only displays B2B spending and users for the above-mentioned channels. Figures are based on advertising spending and exclude agency commissions, rebates, production costs, and taxes. Additional definitions for each market can be found on the respective pages. For more information on the data displayed, use the info button right next to the boxes.
In-Scope
  • Traditional advertising such as non-digital ads for TV and radio, as well as out-of-home advertising and print advertising
  • Digital advertising such as online ads for video, banner, audio, classifieds, and search engines, as well as digital out-of-home, social media, in-app, and connected TV advertising
  • Influencer advertising
Out-Of-Scope
  • Sponsorships/events and promotion
  • Product placement
  • Commission-based affiliate systems
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    Ad Spending

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    Digital Ad Spending

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    Analyst Opinion

    The Advertising market in India has been experiencing significant growth in recent years, driven by changing customer preferences, emerging trends, and local special circumstances. Customer preferences in the Indian market have shifted towards digital advertising, with a growing number of consumers accessing the internet through smartphones and other devices. This has led to a surge in online advertising, as companies seek to reach their target audience through digital channels. Additionally, there is a growing demand for personalized and interactive advertisements, as consumers become more discerning and selective in their choices. Trends in the Indian advertising market reflect the global shift towards digital media. Traditional forms of advertising, such as print and television, are gradually being replaced by online platforms and social media. Advertisers are increasingly investing in search engine optimization, social media marketing, and influencer collaborations to engage with their target audience. The rise of e-commerce in India has also contributed to the growth of digital advertising, as companies compete for visibility and customer acquisition in the online marketplace. Local special circumstances in India play a significant role in shaping the advertising market. The country's large population, with a significant proportion of young and tech-savvy individuals, provides a vast consumer base for advertisers to target. Furthermore, India's diverse cultural landscape necessitates localized advertising strategies, with companies tailoring their campaigns to specific regions and demographics. The emergence of regional language content and platforms has also opened up new opportunities for advertisers to connect with local audiences. Underlying macroeconomic factors have also contributed to the growth of the advertising market in India. The country's robust economic growth, rising disposable incomes, and increasing urbanization have fueled consumer spending and created a conducive environment for advertising investments. Additionally, government initiatives such as Digital India and Make in India have encouraged the adoption of digital technologies and attracted foreign investment, further boosting the advertising industry. In conclusion, the advertising market in India is witnessing rapid growth driven by changing customer preferences, emerging trends in digital advertising, local special circumstances, and underlying macroeconomic factors. Advertisers are increasingly focusing on digital platforms and personalized campaigns to engage with the growing consumer base in India. As the country continues to embrace digital technologies and experience economic growth, the advertising market is expected to further expand in the coming years.

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    Methodology

    Data coverage:

    Data encompasses enterprises (B2B). Figures are based on advertising spending and exclude agency commissions, rebates, production costs, and taxes. The market covers advertising by businesses for traditional and digital advertisements.

    Modeling approach:

    Market sizes are determined by a combined top-down and bottom-up approach, based on a specific rationale for each market market. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use annual financial reports of the market-leading companies and industry associations, third-party reports, and survey results from our primary research (e.g., Consumer Insights Global Survey). Next, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, internet users, consumer spending, and digital consumer spending. 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 particular 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.

    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 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).

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    Key Market Indicators

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    Advertising worldwide – statistics & facts

    All advertising markets across the globe win, yet some win more than others. Ad spending worldwide reached almost 733 billion U.S. dollars in 2023, up less than three percent from the previous year. For comparison, in 2022, Switzerland ranked 20th among the leading economies by gross domestic product (GDP) with a result exceeding 800 billion dollars. Whereas global ad revenues concentrate in areas with either large populations or high purchase power – preferably both – their evolution depends on a larger set of indicators. It was forecast that, in 2024, South Asia will be the world's fastest-growing ad market, and the only out of nine with a double-digit increase rate: 12.1 percent. The second-placed region, comprising the United States and Canada, was projected to see its ad expenditure rise 7.6 percent.
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