Free US Retail Advertising Growth by Media Type from 2015 to 2025 Chart
The chart underscores a major shift in U.S. retail advertising investments toward digital platforms. Digital advertising dominates with USD 90 billion in total spending, surpassing traditional media by a wide margin. Television ranks second at USD 60 billion, maintaining a significant role but trailing behind digital due to changing consumer behavior. Traditional formats such as Radio (USD 14 billion), Newspapers (USD 10 billion), and Magazines (USD 8 billion) show much lower investment levels, reflecting their declining influence in retail marketing strategies. This trend highlights how digital media has become the primary advertising channel, driven by data analytics, targeting capabilities, and e-commerce integration, while legacy media experiences a gradual decline in ad spend relevance.
| Labels | 2020–2025 Total (USD billions) |
|---|---|
| Digital | 90 |
| Television | 60 |
| Radio | 14 |
| Newspapers | 10 |
| Magazines | 8 |
