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Trump risks trade war with planned 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada: Besides triggering retaliatory policies, the move would also lead to higher grocery, energy, and auto prices.

Commerce media is expanding in terms of numbers of players, but ad spend patterns remain the same.

Prada鈥檚 Versace deal comes at a difficult time for the luxury industry: Tariffs are threatening brands鈥� access to US consumers, while recession fears could trigger more conservative tastes.

Many retailers in Latin America like Mercado Libre, Rappi, and even Walmart function not only as commerce players, but as financial institutions as well. As a result, commerce media in Latin America is charting a different course than it has in the US, one that could result in unique opportunities for companies with access not only to shopper habits, but to financial data as well.

In the first half of 2025, tariffs rattled retailers, consumer trust wavered in the face of muted DEI efforts, and fast-fashion platforms like Shein and Temu braced for policy whiplash. Meanwhile, private label products surged in popularity, and the retail world took a closer look at generative AI鈥攏ot just for buzz, but for tangible impact across the shopper journey. Here are the top stories from H1 2025 and why they matter for the rest of the year.

WPP Q1 revenues decline 5% YoY: Another disappointing quarter could spell trouble ahead for the company if it doesn鈥檛 enhance its value proposition.

As competition intensifies and consumers continue to seek value, retailers will need to double down on how to differentiate themselves and offer shoppers what they want, wherever they are.

China plans to loosen its monetary policy: But most Beijing watchers are skeptical that its plans will be bold enough to drive consumers to spend.

Much is in flux when it comes to tariffs: That uncertainty is putting stress on companies and consumers as they weigh whether to spend or save.

YouTube has more users than Facebook, Netflix, or Spotify. But its advertising revenues do not match its vast reach. This report contextualizes the opportunities and scope for growth in various media spheres.

North America will account for 46.5% of all digital ad spending, with Asia-Pacific (28%) and Western Europe (15%) following. To help you start 2025 off on the right foot, articles like this one鈥攄elivering the latest news and insights鈥攁re completely free through January 31, 2025.

Worldwide sales of personal luxury goods will only grow by 3.2% in 2024 to reach $429.15 billion, weighed down by slower growth in the US and China, according to an August 2024 蘑菇AV forecast.

The news: Spirit Halloween canceled its annual kickoff event due to 鈥渋nternational disruptions and supply chain challenges,鈥� it said in a social media post. Our take: While the retailer did not directly cite tariffs, it is the latest warning sign that President Donald Trump鈥檚 鈥淟iberation Day鈥� duties could result in emptier shelves during key shopping seasons.

What retailers reaffirming 2025 guidance have in common: Dick鈥檚, Walmart, and Home Depot are cutting supplier costs, diversifying supply chains, and raising prices strategically amid ongoing uncertainty.

Meta axes VR jobs as Reality Labs flounders: Over 100 workers, including staff behind the 鈥淪upernatural鈥� fitness app, were cut as the firm pivots away from costly metaverse efforts.