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TV ADVERTISING

American Express Swipes Larger Share Of Credit Card Streaming TV Ad Impressions

American Express takes a larger piece of the streaming TV ad impressions pie for credit cards than it does on linear TV, as data from iSpot shows. In June 2025, AmEx accounted for 11.61% share of voice for credit card streaming TV ad reach – No. 3, only behind Capital

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NBA Playoffs Reached 45% Of U.S. QSR Visitors

Long-form videos thrive on YouTube, how LinkedIn is bringing B2B to CTV, and more in this week's The Measure newsletter.

SPORTS

Sports Reach More Potential Auto Buyers During Playoffs

As live sports take over live TV programming, the price goes up considerably on advertising during those events – especially during the playoffs. While that can be a tough pill to swallow for advertisers, there's also plenty of data to show that these programs are worth the cost as

SPORTS

NBA Playoffs Reached Nearly 30% Of U.S. Households In 2025

The NBA Playoffs were a resounding success this year, despite the perceived concerns around a "small market" Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers. Data from iSpot's new Q2 sports report shows that over the course of the playoffs, games reached nearly 30% (29.

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16% Of YouTube Views Are On TV

YouTube TV's watch-time win, Chewy is tops, and more in this week's The Measure newsletter.

Big Brains

Unifying TV Ad Measurement Across Platforms

iSpot CEO Sean Muller sat down with Media Cartographer Evan Shapiro for Big Brains to talk about helping advertisers unify their data.

TV ADVERTISING

QSR Brands Love NBA Ads Because They Work

Did you feel like you saw a lot of quick serve (QSR) ads during this year's NBA Playoffs and the NBA Finals? That's by design. QSR brands flock to NBA games – and the playoffs, in particular – because the spots work in terms of reaching their core

SPORTS

Chewy, Automakers Put Ads In Drive During Stanley Cup Final

The Stanley Cup Final ended with the Florida Panthers claiming the championship for the second straight year – on the ice. But off the ice, it was pet food brand Chewy collecting a victory in terms of TV ad reach, according to data from iSpot. * Chewy accounted for 4.55% of

The Measure Newsletter

Theatrical Releases Bring Thunder With Finals Ads

This Week On The Measure:  * Universal Roars With NBA Finals Ads * Restaurant Ads Break Through On CTV In May * Why Data Should Be Labeled, Certified Like Gasoline * Hopper Rides ‘Brain Rot’ To 3x Audience Increase * Online Shoppers Turn to Brand Websites For Deals * This Week’s Free Report: Hidden Trends,

SPORTS

Universal Pictures Roars To Top Of NBA Finals Advertiser List

NBA Finals audiences this June saw quite a few ads for theatrical releases during games, as data from iSpot shows. Over the course of the seven-game series, theatrical release promos were the No. 2 ad category – only behind quick serve brands – and Universal Pictures was the No. 1 advertiser by

TV ADVERTISING

Metro by T-Mobile Addresses Inflation with No. 2 Most-Seen Wireless Ad

The TV spot has racked up nearly 1.2 billion TV ad impressions since it debuted in late April, per iSpot.

The Measure Newsletter

Data Shows More Stans For Tech Brands, Winning Consumer Fandom

This Week On The Measure:  * Tech Giants Winning Consumer Fandom * Longer-Form Videos Dominate YouTube Watch-Time * Learn More About Video Duration At VidCon * WBD Splits Up — But Can It Catch Up? * Nearly 10% Of B2B TV Ad Reach Comes Via Fox News * Majority Of Sports Viewers Like ‘Prime Vision’ AI Features

TV ADVERTISING

Patriotism Wins For Sonic’s “Smasher Burger” TV Ads

Sonic's 'Smasher' burger ads have notched notable positive purchase intent with viewers, per iSpot

TV ADVERTISING

For B2B Brands, Fox News Provides Nearly 10% Of TV Ad Reach

Television isn't just for B2C advertising. B2B brands are able to find their intended buyers through ads as well – especially during specific programming like news and sports. As part of the new CTV Playbook for B2B Marketers, a TVREV report created with LinkedIn and iSpot, is a selection

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Brands Are Missing TikTok's Golden Window For Views

This Week On The Measure:  * 1-2 Min. TikTok Brand Videos Score Most Views * Michelob Scores As NBA Playoffs’ Top Brand * Truthset’s Gregg Galletta On Data-Rated Audiences * Brand Equity Equals 52% Of Consumer Purchase Motivation * 43% Delaying Apparel Purchases To Wait For Sales * 70% Of Consumers Would Use Wish List

TV ADVERTISING

Gas Station Videos + Linear & Digital Helped Applebee’s Drive 27% Lift In Patrons

Sure, video is literally everywhere now for consumers, but brands are still trying to find the unique marketing mix over platforms that helps drive [pun intended] optimal business results – be it box office ticket sales or web site visits. A study from MAGNA Media and leading, national on-the-go video network

SPORTS

GEICO Leads Stanley Cup Playoff TV Ad Reach

The Florida Panthers may be the most-seen NHL team during this year's Stanley Cup Playoffs, simply by the number of games they've played. But which brands are leveraging playoff matchups for the most TV ad reach this spring? Data from iSpot shows that GEICO is leading

The Measure Newsletter

How Booze Is Pouring It On TV

This Week On The Measure:  * Stella Artois Pours On Streaming Ads * Tariff Concerns Spurring Purchase Delays * LOL Network Using Movies To Compete With TV * Chewy Breaks Through On Linear * 42% Say Personal Relationships Trigger Anger * Marketers Look For Awareness, Acquisition Balance * This Week’s Free Report: Beverage Brands TV Transparency

TV ADVERTISING

Hilton's Conrad Hotel Brand Soars With Streaming Ads

Hilton is a household brand name, and one of the biggest in the travel space. But some of its subsidiaries – while successful – may not have the same consumer recognition. Or at least, they didn't until Hilton started blitzing both streaming and linear TV with advertising. * Data from iSpot

TV ADVERTISING

Mountain Dew Streaming Ad SOV Up 2x Vs. 2024

As part of its Q1 Beverage Brands TV Transparency Report, iSpot reveals which beverage brands are leaning into streaming.

TV ADVERTISING

Alcohol Brands Grow TV Spend By 33% Year-Over-Year

iSpot’s new Beverage Brands TV Transparency Report reveals shifts in spend, reach and creative across both alcohol and non-alcohol categories.

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Marketers Planning More Value-Based Messaging In 2025

This Week On The Measure:  * 60% of Marketers Are Increasing Value-Based Messaging * Nutrafol Leads Supplement Streaming Ads * Exploding Kittens Blows Up On YouTube * Wayfair Wins on CTV With +19% Ad Breakthrough * Women’s Sports Fans Want Better TV Tune-In Info * This Week’s Free Report: U.S. Tariff Effect–Exclusive

TV ADVERTISING

Burger King Pushes Value In TV's Most-Seen Ad

As economic pressures ramp up for consumers, some brands are responding with tariff-related price increases – while others are addressing the stress with price- and value-focused messaging. Among quick-serve brands, Burger King has seemingly led the way with ads leaning into deals and lower prices. * According to iSpot data, Burger King&

TV ADVERTISING

Subaru Ad With Dog Family Fetches 54% Positive Purchase Intent

In April, a Subaru Crosstrek ad stood out for both its likeability and positive impact on purchase intent, per iSpot.

The Measure Newsletter

Outcomes Are Most Critical Factor For Marketers Buying Media

This Week On The Measure:  * Marketers Prioritizing Outcomes-Based Buying * 72% of Brands Have Increased Prices Due To Tariffs * How The Savannah Bananas Compete With MLB * 18% Of People In The U.S. Feel Angry Most Days * Cowboys Lead NFL In Primetime/Holiday TV Games * This Week’s Free Report: Q1