Blog - Search Engine Marketing

Google announced today that, starting June 30, 2022, responsive search ads (RSAs) will be the only Search ad type that can be created or edited in standard text ad campaigns. What should advertisers do to be ready for an RSA-focused future?

Early in 2021 Google announced changes to match types that took full effect this July, which included a lesser-discussed expansion of broad match's signals. What has Merkle seen from this change and how can advertisers take advantage?

In Q2 2021, consumers shifted their digital purchasing behavior as pandemic limitations relaxed in the US. Let's dive into the key insights from this past quarter.

There are some paid search practices that warrant revisiting, or exploring for the first time, as consumers become comfortable with going back into stores and public spaces.

After an unusual holiday season, consumers kicked off 2021 with continued interest in e-commerce. The COVID-19 vaccine distribution accelerated, and two separate stimulus checks gave Americans a short-term influx in their disposable income. The prospect of traveling again became more promising as well.

Last week, Google announced that Responsive Search Ads (RSAs) are now the default ad type within Google Ads for Search campaigns. While this update does not require any immediate action, it still sets an important tone for advertisers to pay attention to: a continued shift toward automation and machine learning.

Many longstanding Super Bowl advertisers opted out of National TV Buys this year, but digital remained an important investment.

Today, Google announced that its Broad Match Modifier (BMM) match type will be retired in favor of an expanded phrase match. BMM keywords will start being treated as the new, expanded phrase match in mid-February, with support for new BMM keyword creation ending in July. What should marketers do to adapt?