Social Networking - US - May 2012
Social Networking - US - May 2012

Global sales of ads on Facebook alone grew 69% in 2011, reaching $1.7 billion in the U.S., and are expected to reach $3.7 billion in 2012. The leading network also reported 37% growth in ad sales in the first quarter of 2012, based on its increasing membership and innovations in creating ads within a social context—ads it claims can be more persuasive than traditional media. Ad ...

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Overview

Overview

This report provides in-depth analysis and insight supported by a range of data. At the same time, introductory and top-level content is provided to give you an overview of the issues covered.

Scope and Themes
Executive Summary
Issues in the Market
Insights and Opportunities
Inspire Insights

Market

Market

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Market Size and Forecast
Market Drivers
Competitive Context

Consumer

Consumer

Mintel's proprietary consumer research provides our analysts with the attitudinal and behavioral data used to provide valuable insight to topical issues.

The Demographics of Usage
Friends
Brand Engagement
How Networks are Used
Mobile Networking
Teens and Social Networking
Impact of Race and Hispanic Origin
Impact of Millennials and the Number of Friends

Brand/Company

Brand/Company

Mintel provides overviews of the top brands and manufacturers, and uses consumer research to explore attitudes and reactions to brands, as well as insight into what will resonate with consumers.

Innovations and Innovators
Leading Companies

Data

Data

Reports provide appendices of data to support the research and insight produced. Our tables of data are easily manipulated and downloadable to support your research needs and covers factors from consumer attitudes to market forecasts.

Appendix—PC Ownership and Internet Access
Appendix—Other Useful Consumer Tables
Appendix—Trade Associations