Marketing and advertising in 2026 will be deeply driven by AI-powered personalization, where campaigns adapt in real-time to user behavior and intent. At the same time, immersive formats—like AR/VR ads and short-form video—will blur the lines between entertainment and commerce.

Search Engine Journal has published a new report, ‘Marketing & Advertising Trends in 2026’.

The SEJ team says, “This 2026 trends guide, filled with expert insights & data‑driven findings, can help!

You’ll get:

  • Comprehensive 2026 Marketing & Advertising Trends Report
  • Actionable strategy guidance for AI‑driven search, discovery, and engagement

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Get Marketing & Advertising Trends in 2026 to see how top teams are:

  • Identifying the strongest ROI marketing channels in 2026
  • Leveraging AI to strengthen search, product discovery, and customer engagement
  • Making a surprising pivot to email, podcasts, and specific on‑site content to leverage captive, owned-media channels”.

Marketing & Advertising Trends in 2026

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