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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Energy and Mining in Netherlands

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Cost Per Purchase for Energy and Mining in Netherlands

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost-per-purchase trends for industry Energy and Mining and target country Netherlands compared to the global trend; the analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • No monthly observations are available for Energy and Mining in the Netherlands during the period provided, so direct comparisons to the global baseline cannot be calculated.
  • The global baseline shows a 12‑month average cost-per-purchase of about 47.8, peaking in February (53.9) and bottoming in September (32.3).
  • Seasonality is evident: costs rise into December and remain elevated through Q1, then trend down through summer with a sharp drop in September.
  • Month-to-month volatility averages roughly 7% on an absolute basis, driven by two big swings: December (+19% vs. November) and September (‑29% vs. August). Most other months move 1–3%.

What was analyzed

  • Metric: cost-per-purchase (median, monthly)
  • Industry: Energy and Mining
  • Country: Netherlands
  • Selected segment data: no values provided for the period
  • Baseline: global benchmark time series across all industries/countries

Selected segment overview (Energy and Mining, Netherlands)

  • There are no data points for the selected segment in the period analyzed. As a result, averages, highs/lows, and volatility for the Netherlands Energy and Mining segment cannot be computed.
  • Interpretation below relies on the global baseline as a directional reference; relative positioning for the Netherlands segment (above market, below average, or in line) cannot be determined from the provided data.

Global baseline trend for cost-per-purchase

  • Average (12 months): 47.8
  • High: 53.9 in February 2025
  • Low: 32.3 in September 2025
  • First-to-last change: down 30.8% from October 2024 (46.7) to September 2025 (32.3)
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • December 2024: +19.3% vs. November (43.2 to 51.5), a typical Q4 lift aligned with holiday demand.
  • September 2025: -29.3% vs. August (45.7 to 32.3), the sharpest drop in the period.
  • Volatility:
  • Average absolute month-to-month change ≈ 7.0%.
  • Outside December and September, month-to-month movement generally stays in a tighter 1–3% band.

Seasonal patterns to note

  • Q4 lift: Costs increase into December, consistent with holiday competition on Facebook Ads.
  • Q1 strength: Elevated levels persist through January–February, with the peak in February.
  • Mid-year easing: Costs gradually decline from spring into summer (June–August).
  • Late Q3 dip: An outsized drop in September marks the lowest point of the year.

Comparison of Netherlands (Energy and Mining) vs. global baseline

  • Due to the absence of Netherlands data, a direct comparison (averages, highs/lows, or volatility) to the global benchmark cannot be computed.
  • Based on the baseline, the market overall trends higher in Q4–Q1 and lower in summer, with a pronounced low in September.

Understanding cost-per-purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Energy and Mining and Netherlands 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 Energy and Mining industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Netherlands, 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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Netherlands Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 26King's Day
May 5Liberation Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Pentecost Sunday
Jun 9Pentecost Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas and Boxing Day sales), Spring holidays (April–June tourism)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during spring holiday cluster when travel and leisure ads see elevated engagement. Liberation Day (May 5) is mandatory national holiday—ad inventory might shrink. Ad competition increases in late December for holiday promotions. Few summer holidays mean more consistent campaign performance through summer.

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.