UK Trends to Watch in 2024

Cautious Optimism Returns, While Regulation and Tech Force Strategy Shifts

The cost-of-living crisis will continue into 2024, but inflation is easing and wages are set to rise, leading to an improved outlook for retailers and advertisers. Consumers will remain cautious about their spending, which will drive demand for ad-supported video and buy now, pay later (BNPL). Advancements in technology and regulation, meanwhile, will force companies to revisit their strategies.

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  1. Cautious optimism returns to consumer and advertiser spend, despite a challenging economy
  2. BNPL will mature as providers target Gen Z with shopping app features 
  3. AVOD and FAST will offer a video inventory boost for UK advertisers 
  1. AI will accelerate the shift to hyper-personalization as more retailers embed the tech
  2. Social platforms will need to be ready for the Online Safety Act—fines will follow fast
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authors

Bill Fisher, and Carina Perkins

Contributors

Suzy Davidkhanian
Principal Analyst, Retail & Ecommerce
Jennifer Merritt
Vice President, Content
Jennifer Pearson
VP, Research

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