iSpot.tv attributed the surge largely to the return of live sports, with 56% of the spend coming in such events as NFL, NBA games.
Molson Coors created a lighthearted commercial that viewers could "see" while sleeping.
While the potential pandemic spread of the Coronavirus is impacting brands, none appear to have had their underlying brand equity affected as much as Grupo Modelo's and Anheuser-Busch InBev's Corona
beer brand. According to a survey of American beer-drinkers conducted earlier this week by public relations firm 5WPR, 38% said they would not buy Corona beer under any circumstances because of the
spread of the Coronavirus.
The visually compelling content was created to appeal to outdoor enthusiasts ages 21 to 27 who embraced new experiences and were forward thinking.
The releases ramped up ahead of the holiday, supported by both "Funny or Die"'s digital and social footprint and the brand's own. It released real Cinco Equis cans at locations in New York City and
Texas, supported by geo-targeted Snap filters.
Consumers appreciate food makers' growing number of organic and "clean" offerings, non-soda beverages and microbrews, according to ACSI study.