PresentationPeter KeithMD & Senior Research Analyst Okay. Thank you very much, everyone. Thanks for your patience. Welcome to our retail media discussion with Walmart at the Piper Sandler Growth Frontiers Conference. My name is Peter Keith. I'm the senior research analyst covering consumer hardlines and broadlines and I'm joined by my colleague and friend, Tom Champion. He's a senior research analyst covering Internet companies in the technology space. Quick introductions for who we have on stage. I think t ...

PresentationPeter KeithMD & Senior Research Analyst Okay. Thank you very much, everyone. Thanks for your patience. Welcome to our retail media discussion with Walmart at the Piper Sandler Growth Frontiers Conference. My name is Peter Keith. I'm the senior research analyst covering consumer hardlines and broadlines and I'm joined by my colleague and friend, Tom Champion. He's a senior research analyst covering Internet companies in the technology space. Quick introductions for who we have on stage. I think t ...

Core Insights - Retail media is transitioning from rapid growth to a focus on measurable effectiveness, indicating a pivotal moment in the industry [1] - The global advertising expenditure for retail media is projected to reach $169 billion by 2025, growing over 15% year-on-year, despite rising skepticism regarding ad pricing and effectiveness [2] - Cannes Lions has recognized retail media's significance by introducing dedicated awards, highlighting its role in enhancing brand relevance and driving business outcomes [3] Group 1: Industry Growth and Challenges - Retail media has been a bright spot in the advertising sector, with Cannes Lions acknowledging its rising status and predicting that retail media ad spending will surpass traditional television by 2026 [3] - Advertisers are increasingly demanding quick responses and concrete return data from retail media platforms, reflecting a shift in expectations [2] - The industry is facing challenges such as high ad prices, fragmented evaluation systems, and the need for better tracking of conversions amid global economic uncertainties [2] Group 2: Evolution and Technological Integration - Retail media is moving from conceptual acceptance to practical validation, with advertisers focusing on specific outcomes like conversion rates and efficient processes [4] - The concept of "data clean rooms" is gaining traction as a critical tool for enhancing collaboration between brands and retailers [4] - Leading retailers are already implementing advanced solutions, such as Walgreens' partnership with LiveRamp to launch a Clean Room solution [4] Group 3: Strategic Approaches and Market Dynamics - Some retailers are rushing into external advertising without solidifying their internal capabilities, which could undermine their effectiveness [6] - European retailers are adopting a more cautious approach, prioritizing the development of their channels before expanding external collaborations [6] - As retail media budgets grow, advertisers are reclaiming control, demanding simpler purchasing processes and clearer return metrics [7][8] Group 4: Future Outlook - The competitive landscape of retail media is shifting from rapid platform development to a focus on actual business results and data utilization [8] - By the second half of 2025, the industry will need to assess whether continued investment in retail media is justified based on its effectiveness [8] - Success will depend on achieving a true loop between flexibility, transparency, and business outcomes [8]