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Aug 2024
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The Impact of Political Spending on DTC:...

The Ecommerce Playbook
About this episode

Welcome to the July edition of the State of the Industry podcast. In this episode, we talk about the influence of political spending on direct to consumer (DTC) businesses. Join us as we explore how the upcoming presidential election could impact advertising costs, consumer behavior, and overall business performance.

We’re joined by industry experts Jeremiah, Yarden, and Steve, who provide valuable insights from data and trends across Meta, Google, and other platforms. We'll also revisit key data from the 2020 election to see how it compares to this year’s trends. Plus, we’ll analyze July's ecommerce performance, from revenue growth to advertising ROAS on various platforms.

Don't miss out on the insights that could help you navigate Q4 in this crucial election year! Visit DTCIndex.com and use code SUMMER50 for 50% off your first edition, including access to previous reports.

Show Notes:

  • The Ecommerce Playbook mailbag is open — email us at podcast@commonthreadco.com to ask us any questions you might have about the world of ecomm.
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