What Advertisers Should Rethink About Audio Heading into 2026

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400
Leading Edge

In 2026, media plans are being shaped with greater discipline than in recent years. Budgets face closer scrutiny, planning cycles are more defined, and accountability expectations are clearer. After an extended focus on short-term performance, many advertisers are moving toward a more balanced approach to growth that values brand building alongside efficiency. That shift is already changing how channels are assessed across the media mix.