According to MediaPost and Standard Media Index’s global ad market tracker, the month of July was the worst month for ad spending in 2 years. And so, for brands and marketers, this truly begs the billion-dollar question, should Southeast Asia’s brands cut their ad spend amid a potential recession?

Rene E. Menezes, Co-Founder & President, Involve Asia shares his thoughts on this matter. 

According to MediaPost and Standard Media Index’s global ad market tracker, the month of July was the worst month for ad spending in 2 years. And so, for brands and marketers, this truly begs the billion-dollar question, should Southeast Asia’s brands cut their ad spend amid a potential recession?
Rene E. Menezes, Co-Founder &amp; President, Involve Asia shares his thoughts on this matter.

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Start your day with the stories shaping Singapore &mdash; and your place in it.
Join Neil Humphreys and Audrey Siek as they cover the biggest headlines, trending topics, and everyday conversations, unpacked through fresh perspectives, expert insights, and engaging discussion. From current affairs and social issues to lifestyle trends and community voices, each segment offers a different lens on what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; and what&rsquo;s worth your attention.
And it&rsquo;s not just talk &mdash; it&rsquo;s your voice. Through polls, messages, and live call-ins, listeners are part of the conversation, sharing their views and shaping the discussion in real time. With a mix of clarity, curiosity, and personality, Let&rsquo;s Talk, Singapore keeps you informed, connected, and ready for the day ahead.