AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoElection Media: Democrats’ sweeping midterm win drove intense coverage and a post-election rally in media stocks. The campaign also showed how political advertising reaches voters across TV, radio, mail, text, YouTube and social platforms: Wyoming congressional races drew more than $12 million, with 75% of the spending coming from outside the state. Brand Partnerships: Caitlin Clark became Dick’s Sporting Goods and Foot Locker’s first shared brand partner, giving the retailers a high-profile sports marketing play. Retail Marketing: McDonald’s is leaning on value bundles and digital offers as U.S. traffic weakens and cost-conscious customers pull back. Brand Portfolio: Kraft Heinz agreed to sell its North American coffee business for $650 million, including Maxwell House and Tassimo, while retaining a 30% stake; about 250 employees, including marketing staff, are expected to transfer.
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