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Why Social Media Advertising Is Still Necessary

Brands that benefited from a drop in customer acquisition costs at the beginning of the pandemic must figure out how to get the most out of their investments as prices rise dramatically.
Social media platforms are expensive — but necessary — ways for brands to advertise to consumers. Getty Images
Social media platforms offer an expensive — but effective — way to reach consumers. Getty Images. (Chesnot)

Bonnie Clyde had just sent free pairs of beach-ready sunglasses to a who’s who of celebrities and influencers when the pandemic cancelled everyone’s vacation plans.

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