New data shows more than half of enterprise GTM spend is ineffective while PR quietly delivers the highest return. By Mark Stouse February 18, 2026 The latest GTM Effectiveness Report from Proof Causal.ai and Fiduciari makes the numbers difficult to ignore. Across enterprise B2B go-to-market functions, roughly 53% of GTM spend was ineffective … Continue reading The GTM spending problem no one wants to admit
February 04, 2026 Google parent Alphabet predicts a sharp surge in 2026 capital spending on AI
Contractor accused of scamming elderly, spending $53K at casinos after hurricane Sophie Atkinson Suswati Basu A contractor has been accused in a post–Hurricane Milton scam, with police alleging he targeted elderly victims and spent upwards of $ 53,000 at casinos. Brian Michaud was arrested by Bradenton Police Department on Tuesday (December 16) … Continue reading Contractor accused of scamming elderly, spending $53K at casinos after hurricane
AI-driven tools, deeper discounts, mobile convenience and flexible payment options drive record November spending. Constantine von Hoffman on November 26, 2025 Consumers didn’t wait for Black Friday or Cyber Monday to open their wallets this year. U.S. shoppers have already spent $ 79.7 billion online from Nov. 1 to Nov. 23—a 7.5% jump over … Continue reading Holiday ecommerce spending hits $79.7 billion before Cyber Week even begins
Ad spend growth is expected to drop from an earlier prediction of 7.3% to 5.7% as 91% of ad buyers say tariffs are driving budget decisions. Constantine von Hoffman on October 1, 2025 Tariffs are cutting into digital advertising: The IAB has revised its 2025 U.S. ad spend outlook downward, trimming projected growth from … Continue reading IAB cuts ad forecast as tariffs take a bite out of spending
A disconnect between leadership and marketing teams means AI investments aren’t going to solve critical operational bottlenecks. Ana Mourão on July 23, 2025 Imagine a company investing heavily in faster ambulances while ignoring the pothole-riddled road that keeps causing accidents. It sounds weird, but, according to a new survey, this is happening in marketing … Continue reading Why AI spending isn’t boosting marketing
Another survey found 66% of U.S. consumers want business to cut CEO pay in response to tariff-related inflation. Constantine von Hoffman on March 7, 2025 Nearly all U.S. advertisers (94%) are worried about the impact of tariffs on ad spending, according to an IAB survey. Of those, 57% are “extremely concerned” and 37% are … Continue reading 94% of advertisers concerned tariffs will lead to cut in ad spending: IAB
From political shifts to market instability, here’s why marketers should accelerate budgets and prepare for change this year. Ryan Phelan on January 24, 2025 I’ve seen many predictions about what marketers should expect, anticipate or work for in 2025. The continued rise of AI, other technologies that might come to fruition, how to use … Continue reading Why smart marketers should front-load spending in 2025
Before retirement, a person may be more susceptible to present bias because their future labor income is uncertain, and they don’t yet feel an ownership of that money. BY Associated Press The narrative of a miserly, Scrooge-like figure hoarding his wealth for years instead of enjoying his retirement might seem unbelievable—but unfortunately, it isn’t relegated only … Continue reading Retirement saving and spending can be complicated. Here’s what psychology says
If you’re stressed about your finances during the holiday season, modern technology can help. Here’s how mobile apps and AI can help you enjoy your holidays on a budget. BY Emily Guy Birken Planning ahead for the holiday season will help you stay on budget—but who actually does that? We’re much more likely to white-knuckle our … Continue reading 3 tech hacks to help you manage your holiday spending this year
