NEW YORK, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, will host its 2025 Investor Day virtually during which executives will outline the company's vision and strategic priorities for its next phase of growth. In conjunction with Investor Day, Stagwell will announce initiatives targeting $5 billion in annual revenue by the end of 2029, a plan to implement $80 to $100 million of cost savings, and simplifying its capital structure. Stagw ...

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Core Insights - Stagwell announced a 22% year-over-year increase in ad spend for news in 2025, emphasizing the importance of news media for reaching key stakeholders [1][2] - The Future of News initiative aims to strengthen the relationship between news and marketing, highlighting the value of trusted journalism for business [2][3] Group 1: EMEA CEOs and Board Directors' Perspectives - 89% of EMEA CEOs and Board Directors closely follow the news, reading an average of five articles daily [1] - 80% believe news media provides a powerful medium for companies to reach stakeholders [6] - 85% view advertising on news media as a good investment, with 92% of GCC CEOs and Board Directors agreeing [6] Group 2: Brand Safety Concerns - 71% of EMEA CEOs and Board Directors feel that brand safety protocols are overapplied, negatively impacting media outlets and advertisers [6] - Only 9% believe that safety protocols should not be used at all [6] - Sentiment regarding the necessity of brand safety protocols varies by region, with 26% in Germany, 47% in France, and 51% in the GCC supporting their application across all news media types [6] Group 3: Event and Industry Engagement - Stagwell hosted panel discussions featuring industry leaders to discuss the role of journalism in society [4] - The Future of News initiative includes research and events aimed at fostering informed discussions around brand safety and the advertising landscape [2][4]

Core Insights - Code and Theory has been recognized twice in Fast Company's list of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2025, highlighting its unique balance of creative and engineering talent [1][3][4] - The company was honored in both the Design and Teamwork categories, showcasing its collaborative efforts in innovation [3][4] - Code and Theory's work has significantly impacted major clients like NBC, NFL, and Minnesota Star Tribune, driving measurable results and transforming user experiences [4][6] Company Achievements - Code and Theory's partnership with Minnesota Star Tribune resulted in a modern digital experience that achieved 32% of its monthly subscriber goal within 24 hours of launch [6] - The NFL app was transformed into a dynamic platform, attracting over 5 million weekly users and facilitating more than 2.3 billion minutes of game streaming in the previous year [6] - The launch of YETI's interactive platform achieved a 28% "Add to Calendar" rate, exceeding the industry benchmark by 25% [6] Strategic Initiatives - The company has introduced the Enterprise Experience Transformation (EXT) practice to address challenges in the consulting ecosystem, particularly in the context of AI disruption [4][5] - Adriana Rubio, a former leader at Accenture, has joined Code and Theory as managing director of the EXT practice, indicating a strategic move to enhance its capabilities [4] Industry Positioning - Code and Theory is positioned alongside industry leaders like Waymo, Nvidia, and Duolingo, recognized for driving innovation and setting new industry standards [4] - The company emphasizes a customer-first approach to innovation, merging design and technology to deliver tangible outcomes for clients [7]

This year's programming will inspire conversations surrounding every facet of sportNEW YORK and AUSTIN, Texas, March 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, today announced a new roster of athletes and brand partners confirmed to activate at SPORT BEACH 2025.Throughout the year, Stagwell is expanding SPORT BEACH's presence by bringing SPORT BEACH Clubhouses to major industry and sporting events worldwide. Stagwell announced a new roster of a ...

BANGKOK, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, hosted an Asia-Pacific (APAC) leadership summit in Bangkok building on the network's momentum of driving growth in the region and acquisition of ADK GLOBAL in early 2025.The acquisition of ADK GLOBAL significantly strengthens Stagwell's APAC presence, expanding Stagwell's APAC footprint to over 2,000 team members across 14 countries, and is set to enhance Stagwell's AI-powered digital market ...

Employment and Workforce - As of December 31, 2024, Stagwell employed approximately 11,857 full-time employees and 2,750 contractors and part-time employees[72]. - Stagwell operates in over 40 countries and has an additional presence in 26 countries through its Global Affiliate Network[71]. - Stagwell's human capital management strategies focus on competitive benefits, talent retention, and employee engagement[74]. - The company has developed a professional development program for senior leadership and emerging leaders to align individual growth with organizational strategy[78]. - The company has a centralized human capital management process that includes executive compensation and succession planning[74]. Revenue and Financial Performance - The primary source of revenue comes from agency arrangements, including fees for services, commissions, and performance incentives[71]. - A 10% increase or decrease in interest rates would change the annual interest expense by $2.9 million[317]. - For the year ended December 31, 2024, Stagwell recorded an impairment charge of $1.7 million related to right-of-use lease assets[320]. - Stagwell's revenue and expenses from non-U.S. operations are primarily denominated in their functional currencies, reducing the impact of currency fluctuations[319]. Regulatory Environment - Stagwell's brands are subject to various laws and regulations affecting marketing communications and data protection[83].

Core Insights - Stagwell celebrates the recognition of four of its agencies in Ad Age's 2025 Agency A-List, highlighting their achievements in creativity and innovation in marketing [1][2] Group 1: Agency Achievements - 72andSunny ranked No. 9 on the A-List, achieving a 30% increase in revenue, winning 11 new clients, and producing 7 Super Bowl ads [5] - Anomaly ranked No. 3, welcoming 15 new clients including major brands like Starbucks and Google Shopping, while celebrating its 20th anniversary [5] - Code and Theory was named B2B Agency of the Year, successfully integrating emerging technology with creativity for clients such as Qualcomm and Amazon Ads [5] - GALE was recognized as Business Transformation Agency of the Year, known for blending business strategy with creative campaigns across various platforms [5] Group 2: Industry Context - The 2025 Agency A-List reflects a breakthrough year for Stagwell's network, showcasing industry-leading digital and creative work for prominent brands like Amazon and JPMorganChase [2] - Stagwell's Chairman and CEO Mark Penn emphasized the company's commitment to creativity and innovation, positioning it as a destination for top-tier talent in the marketing industry [2]

The technology and creative network is recognized for its transformational work for Amazon Ads, Qualcomm, Thomson Reuters and Volvo Trucks NEW YORK, March 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Code and Theory, part of Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), has been named Ad Age's inaugural Business-to-Business Agency of the Year. The only technology and creative network with a balance of 50% creative and 50% engineers, Code and Theory leads the charge in redefining B2B customer experiences, demystifying martech stacks and creating re ...

Leading applied AI capabilities drove double-digit revenue growth for the Stagwell (STGW) firm in 2024 and transformative experiences for Qualcomm, Google, and HasbroLOS ANGELES, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Left Field Labs, a pioneering creative technology agency within Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), marks its 17th anniversary with record 2024 revenue growth driven by a surge in demand for expertise in AI implementation and digital transformation among Fortune 100 clients. Left Field Labs marks 17 years of b ...