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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Consumer Goods in Singapore

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Cost Per Purchase for Consumer Goods in Singapore

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • Consumer Goods in Singapore ran below the global market overall: average cost per purchase of 41.4 versus the global 47.8 (about 13.5% lower).
  • Seasonal lift was evident in Q4 2024 (Oct–Dec), followed by a sharp reset in January and a pronounced spike in April.
  • Volatility in Singapore was higher than the global trend: average month‑to‑month absolute change of 24.7% versus 7.0% globally.
  • Over the 12 months, Singapore declined 12.0% from October 2024 to September 2025, compared with a steeper 30.8% decline in the global baseline.

This analysis looks at cost-per-purchase trends for industry Consumer Goods and target country Singapore compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Selected trend highlights (Consumer Goods, Singapore)

  • Overall level: 12‑month average cost per purchase of 41.4.
  • Highs and lows:
  • Highest month: April 2025 at 59.4.
  • Second-highest: December 2024 at 56.1.
  • Lowest month: July 2025 at 29.1.
  • Range: 30.3 points.
  • Volatility and movement:
  • Average absolute month‑to‑month change: 10.35 (24.7% of prior month on average).
  • Biggest month‑to‑month increases: April (+66.9% vs March), August (+33.9% vs July), December (+20.6% vs November).
  • Biggest drops: January (‑41.3% vs December), July (‑29.8% vs June), June (‑19.6% vs May).
  • Seasonality:
  • Q4 2024 climbed steadily: 38.4 in October → 46.5 in November → 56.1 in December (Q4 average ~47.0).
  • Q1 2025 reset lower (average ~33.6), with a rebound peaking in April.

From first to last month, costs moved from 38.4 (Oct 2024) to 33.8 (Sep 2025), a 12.0% decline.

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Level comparison:
  • Global average: 47.8; high: 53.9 (February 2025); low: 32.3 (September 2025); range: 21.6.
  • Singapore’s average is ~13.5% below the global average, with a wider range (30.3 vs 21.6).
  • Volatility:
  • Global average absolute month‑to‑month change: 3.25 (about 7.0%), much steadier than Singapore’s 24.7%.
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • Singapore ran above the global median in 5 of 12 months (notably November, December, April, May, and September).
  • Largest gaps below market: January (‑37%), February (‑40%), March (‑32%), July (‑37%).
  • Largest gaps above market: April (+15%), December (+9%).
  • Trend over time:
  • Global trend dipped sharply into September 2025 (‑30.8% from October 2024), while Singapore’s decline was more moderate (‑12.0%).
  • While the global series rose into Q1 2025, Singapore saw a Q1 reset after the Q4 peak, underscoring distinct regional seasonality.

Seasonal patterns to note

  • A clear Q4 holiday lift in Singapore (peaking in December) followed by a January reset.
  • An outlier spike in April 2025 in Singapore contrasts with the globally steadier profile.
  • The global series shows a pronounced late‑Q3 dip in September 2025.

Understanding cost per purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Consumer Goods and Singapore helps advertisers make more efficient budget and creative choices.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Facebook advertising costs vary based on many factors including industry, target audience, ad placement, and campaign objectives. In the Consumer Goods industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Singapore, advertisers should consider local market factors and user behavior. Different campaign objectives lead to varying costs based on how Facebook optimizes for your specific goals. The data shown represents median values across multiple campaigns, and individual results may vary based on ad quality, audience targeting, and campaign optimization.

Why we use median instead of average

We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations.

Key Factors Affecting Facebook Ad Costs

  • Competition within your selected industry and audience demographics
  • Ad quality and relevance score – higher quality ads can lower costs
  • Campaign objective and bid strategy
  • Timing and seasonality – costs often increase during holiday periods
  • Ad placement (News Feed, Instagram, Audience Network, etc.)

Note: This data represents industry median values and benchmarks. Your actual costs may vary based on specific targeting, ad creative quality, and campaign optimization.

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The data behind the benchmarks

All data is sourced from over $3B in Facebook ad spend, collected across thousands of ad accounts that use Superads daily to analyze and improve their campaigns. Every data point is fully anonymized and aggregated—no individual advertiser is ever exposed.

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Singapore Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 29Chinese New Year Day 1
Jan 30Chinese New Year Day 2
Mar 31Hari Raya Puasa
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
May 12Vesak Day
Jun 7Hari Raya Haji
Aug 9National Day
Oct 20Deepavali
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

Late January (Chinese New Year), October–December (Deepavali, National Day promotions, Christmas), Mid-year retail events

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during Chinese New Year and Deepavali for gifting, food, and apparel categories. Good Friday, Hari Raya, and Vesak Day long weekends could shift consumer behavior and spike media consumption. National Day promotions might elevate ad costs in entertainment and tourism. Singapore's small, affluent market means events can have noticeable retail impact.

What's a healthy cost per purchase for ecommerce brands?

It depends on your product price and margins. Most brands aim for $10 to $50. For higher-ticket products, a higher CPA may be acceptable as long as you're maintaining a strong return on ad spend.

How does product price impact CPA benchmarks?

Higher-priced products typically have a higher CPA because people take longer to convert. That's not necessarily a problem if your margin can support it. You should measure CPA in context with AOV and LTV.

Why are my purchase costs going up despite stable ROAS?

Your AOV may be increasing, which helps maintain ROAS even if CPA rises. You could also be facing higher CPMs, lower conversion rates, or creative fatigue.

Should I use manual bidding to control CPA more effectively?

Manual bidding can help if you're struggling to stay within target CPA. It's best used by experienced advertisers who can monitor performance and adjust regularly. It gives more control, but also requires more effort.

How do I scale spend without letting CPA skyrocket?

Increase budget gradually, rotate creative often, and avoid overlapping audiences. Scaling too quickly can lead to audience saturation and rising CPAs.