Analysis

Industry Trends

Data-driven insights on the forces shaping social media marketing. Updated quarterly with fresh analysis.

78%
Technology Integration
of marketing teams now use AI tools in their workflow
$92B
Video Investment
global spend on social video advertising in 2024
50M+
Creator Economy
content creators worldwide monetizing their work

Current Trends

TechnologyHigh Impact

AI-Powered Content Creation

Generative AI is reshaping how brands produce content at scale. From automated copywriting to video generation, AI tools are becoming essential in the modern marketing stack.

+340%YoY adoption rate
ContentHigh Impact

Short-Form Video Dominance

Sub-60 second video formats continue to outperform. Platforms are prioritizing Reels, Shorts, and TikTok content in algorithmic distribution.

2.5xhigher engagement vs. static
CommerceHigh Impact

Social Commerce Integration

In-app shopping features are maturing. Live shopping, product tags, and native checkout are converting social browsers into buyers.

$1.2Tprojected market by 2025
StrategyMedium Impact

Creator-Led Marketing

Brands are shifting from traditional influencer campaigns to long-term creator partnerships with equity stakes and co-creation models.

67%of brands increasing creator spend
PrivacyHigh Impact

Privacy-First Targeting

The deprecation of third-party cookies is accelerating first-party data strategies and contextual advertising approaches.

45%shift to first-party data
ContentMedium Impact

Authenticity Over Polish

Raw, unfiltered content is outperforming highly produced material. Audiences favor genuine storytelling over corporate messaging.

3.2xtrust in authentic content

Quarterly Trend Reports

Get comprehensive trend analysis delivered to your inbox every quarter.

Subscribe