Analysis
‘Endless brand growth on a finite planet is a suicide pact’: Maren Costa
Marketers have the power and influence to tell consumers to consume less for the sake of the planet. Yet, the measures of present-day brand success don’t incentivise marketers to do so, argues climate activist Costa in a fiery opening keynote at Campaign 360.
Horizon Media surges to top global indie media rankings
Australia's Atomic 212 is among eight new entrants in May to shake up the top ten.
Giving homes a voice: How Suncorp’s haven tool is revolutionising climate resilience
In an exclusive interview with Campaign, Suncorp's Mim Haysom and Leo Australia's Andy Fergusson discuss Haven, the new online tool that offers homeowners a unique way to assess their property’s vulnerability and access practical resilience tips.
Did the strategic planner just kill the advertising agency?
It's time for the strategic planning profession to be redeployed, at the very least, to improve efficiency and creativity, writes the founder of Australian independent agency, Thinkerbell.
Agency Report Cards 2024: We grade 25 APAC networks
The grades are in for Campaign Asia's 22nd annual evaluation of APAC agency networks. Subscribe to read our detailed analyses.
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Disney sets sail: VP Sarah Fox on the brand’s cruise bet in Asia
With localised strategy, strong fan engagement, and Disney’s knack for storytelling, Cruise Line will make its maiden voyage in December 2025. Campaign speaks exclusively with VP and regional GM Sarah Fox ahead of Campaign 360 next week.
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Over 50% of APAC marketers plan to cut ad spend in 2025: Nielsen
Facing leaner budgets and a changing media landscape, APAC marketers are prioritising data-driven decisions and new channels, Nielsen’s 2025 Annual Marketing Report reveals.
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Rethinking SEO: How Google's AI Overviews are changing the game
With Google's AI Overviews and 'AI Mode' set to transform the search landscape, publishers and agencies are grappling with declining click-through rates and the need to adapt their SEO strategies.
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Tim Hortons fuels the 'Canadian Dream' in new campaign
Kiefer Sutherland Asks, “How Come We Never Talk About the Canadian Dream?”
Why has GroupM lost its way for so long? The buck stops with WPP
The visceral response to the latest restructuring has been a lament for the way the holding company has moved too slowly and downgraded its agency brands over many years.
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Spark Foundry and EssenceMediacom vie for top spot in May's APAC media league
WPP's EssenceMediacom narrowly hangs onto the top spot while Publicis' Spark Foundry enters the table in second position after winning Shanghai General Motors.
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Apple leads as US dominates Kantar's Top 100 Global Brands
As US brands dominate the top 10 in Kantar's BrandZ 2025 ranking, Chinese companies and APAC players like Airtel are rapidly gaining ground, signalling a shifting balance in global brand power.
Arthur Sadoun calls for ‘different approach’ at Cannes amid economic challenges
Publicis CEO says Lions festival should not just be about 'AI theory' or 'celebrating creativity for its own sake', given the toughest conditions since the pandemic.
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From Hiroshima to Hangzhou: How Jagabee and Frugra drive Calbee's growth strategy
The Tokyo-headquartered maker of the hugely popular potato fries, Calbee, is tapping into anime fandom and IP collaborations to boost sales and brand affinity in China. Read our interview with CMO Hiroyuki Miyakura.
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Dentsu reports modest 0.2% growth in Q1 organic revenue led by strong Japan performance
CXM struggles with double-digit declines globally, while media services provide steady growth.
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Publicis dominates latest global new-business media league
Publicis Collective has leapt into the lead for May, following its win of Coca-Cola's business in North America, while 13 new agencies join the top 20.
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WPP Media: How did one of the world’s biggest comms companies mess up the messaging?
OPINION: Adland has been buzzing over the leaked news of GroupM’s rebrand. Is this WPP's bold reinvention or a sign of deeper troubles? TrinityP3's Darren Woolley looks at the communication missteps and what this shake-up means for advertisers, employees, and the future of media buying.
Google may no longer be the ‘Godfather of search’ as AI tools gain ground
With Apple announcing its shift to AI search tools, the impact on the digital landscape could be disruptive as SEO experts rethink their strategies.
Marketers using experiments doubled from 18% to 36% last year
While new AI-driven tools have made the adoption of ad measurement solutions easier, a new report shows that advertisers still lack a complete view of ROI.
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'We need to disrupt ourselves before we’re disrupted': Zespri's marketing lead
The CMO's MO: As Zespri’s global marketing lead, KokHwee Ng talks about how the brand is balancing record growth, sustainability, and emotional storytelling to win in a crowded market.
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