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Inside the $182B Local Ad Market: Key Trends for 2026
Local advertising is entering one of its most complex and opportunity-rich years yet. In this episode of Leading Local Insights, BIA Founder & CEO Tom Buono and BIA’s senior analysts expand on insights from BIA’s 2026 Local Advertising Trends Report to examine what’s shaping the $182 billion local advertising market.
The conversation highlights where growth is emerging, including CTV and cross-platform video, digital out-of-home, and national brands leaning further into local markets. The team also discusses which business verticals are gaining momentum and what that means for sales…
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