Branding

Feb 5, 2025

China cracks down on Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger parent companies

The announcement comes amid escalating US-China trade tensions, with Google and other US firms also under scrutiny.

Feb 3, 2025

How brand honesty can cut through the clutter of micro-trends

Amid a flood of internet micro-trends, brands can stand out by using data to offer genuine insights about their products to consumers.

Jan 31, 2025

Campaign Global Agency of the Year Awards 2024: Don't miss the February 18 deadline

With the final entry deadline for Agency of the Year Global fast approaching, we speak to judges who share their views on the biggest opportunities and challenges for 2025, and what they hope to see in winning entries.

Jan 21, 2025

Top 10 financial brands in Southeast Asia

The Philippines' leading mobile wallet service GCash has earned top ranking in Southeast Asia’s top financial brands in 2024. Dive into the insights from Campaign’s exclusive research with Milieu Insight.

Jan 20, 2025

The risks and opportunities of Red's international fame

Amid a looming TikTok ban, Chinese social-media app Red is enjoying a sharp increase in users. But China’s marketing community view the phenomenon as a double-edged sword.

Jan 8, 2025

Top 10 travel brands in Southeast Asia

Vietnam Airlines soars above the competition, claiming the title of Southeast Asia’s top travel brand in 2024. Explore Campaign’s exclusive insights from its research with Milieu Insight.

Dec 20, 2024

Happy holidays from team Campaign!

As the Campaign Asia-Pacific team signs off for the holidays until January 6, we wrap up 2024 with a festive ode to the year’s biggest marketing moments.

Dec 20, 2024

Year in review: Biggest brand fails of 2024

From Apple’s cultural misstep to Bumble’s billboard backlash and Jaguar’s controversial rebrand, here’s Campaign’s take on the brands that tripped up in 2024, offering lessons in creativity, cultural awareness, and the ever-tricky art of reading the room.

Dec 19, 2024

What marketers can learn from Gen Z cultures across Asia

EXCLUSIVE: In a new report by Ylab and Hakuhodo Consulting, Gen Zs across eight markets are studied to understand what shapes their purchasing decisions.

Dec 18, 2024

Nearly half of marketers eyeing budget cuts: Totem China marketing and media trends 2025

TOP OF THE CHARTS: Totem’s 10th annual report on marketing and media in China highlights key 2025 forecasts, including 48% of brands planning budget cuts and a projected rebound in consumer spending through 2025 and 2026.

Dec 13, 2024

Audi China marketers on launch of new EV brand

In an exclusive interview with Campaign, Audi China's marketers spoke about launching an entirely new brand targeted at younger consumers, competing in China's busy EV market, and picking Zheng Qinwen as an ambassador.

Dec 11, 2024

Publicis reigns at SEA Agency of the Year 2024

Leo Burnett and BBH Singapore stole the spotlight, as OMD took home media glory.

Dec 10, 2024

Agency of the Year 2024 SEA winners: Singapore and Malaysia

Check out the complete winners list from Campaign's final AOY 2024 event for Singapore and Malaysia, as well as several Southeast Asian regional awards with entrants across five markets.

Dec 10, 2024

Adland reacts to Omnicom-IPG mega-merger

The creation of advertising's new superpower has sparked intense debate about the future of marketing services. Campaign speaks to industry figures about what the $25.6 billion deal means for creativity, competition, and clients worldwide.

Dec 5, 2024

Spikes Asia announces 2025 jury members

Brands including Grab, Meta, TikTok, Unilever, and Warner Music Asia will be represented on the jury for 2025—and Mongolia joins the jury for the first time.

Dec 5, 2024

Campaign US unveils new editorial team under leadership of Luz Corona

During a tumultuous time in American media and advertising, the team will provide in-depth reporting on the business and cultural challenges plaguing the industry.

Dec 4, 2024

McCann, Famous Innovations lead the charge at South Asia’s Agency of the Year 2024 awards

Also imparting a memorable mark: FCB Kinnect, Havas Media India, OMD, and White Rivers Media with their impressive wins showcasing gold, glory, and game-changing creativity.

Dec 4, 2024

Guardian Malaysia wants you to 'own your beautiful' in wellness campaign

The health and beauty retailer's latest initiative, developed with FCB Shout, challenges traditional notions of beauty.