AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCannes Lions 2026: India’s shortlist count is down sharply heading into the main week, with categories like Outdoor and PR absent after strong 2025 results—raising questions about entry volume and creative competitiveness. Creator Economy & Payments: Edelman expands creator marketing leadership in India and Southeast Asia, while Partipost Malaysia faces creator backlash over delayed payouts and promises to clear eligible amounts by end-2026. Ad Tech & TV: Fox rolls out “agentic” AI for TV ad planning and buying, aiming to automate negotiations and activation across linear and streaming. Media Business: Sky TV’s $1 acquisition of NZ broadcaster Three shows losses shrinking as costs fall, with advertising revenue included in the turnaround. Outdoor Measurement: Alma pushes data-driven outdoor advertising in Georgia, betting on real-time analytics to improve campaign planning. Brand Safety/Experience: Omnicom Media finds 78% of APAC consumers think a bad ad is worse than no ad, and that poor ad experiences can hurt brand perception. Energy & Marketing Context: India’s retail petrol/diesel prices stay steady despite crude volatility and Hormuz-linked risk, while OMC margins are expected to improve as crude falls.
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