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Temu and Shein Are the ‘Jaws’ of Digital Advertising

They can appear out of nowhere, abruptly send costs soaring and disappear just as quickly.
The Chinese e-commerce players’ digital-advertising spree can suddenly send the prices rivals pay for visibility online soaring.
The Chinese e-commerce players’ digital-advertising spree can suddenly send the prices rivals pay for visibility online soaring. (Shutterstock)

Fashion brands advertising on Facebook, Instagram and Google are swimming in shark-infested waters, and Temu and Shein are the sharks.

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Further Reading

Temu’s Ad Blitz Is Working

Spending data shows millions of consumers are shopping on the Chinese app after seeing its ubiquitous marketing. Worryingly for competitors, customers appear to like what they’re seeing.

Why Shein Keeps Buying Its Rivals

The ultra-fast fashion giant’s latest acquisition of Missguided and a partnership with Forever 21 will grant it access to new customers and distribution channels.

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Marc Bain
Marc Bain

Marc Bain is Technology Correspondent at The Business of Fashion. He is based in New York and drives BoF’s coverage of technology and innovation, from start-ups to Big Tech.

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