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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Finance in Argentina

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Cost Per Purchase for Finance in Argentina

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads cost per purchase benchmarks: Finance in Argentina vs. global

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

Key takeaways

  • Finance in Argentina runs below market on average, with one brief spike above global levels in March 2025.
  • Seasonal patterns are visible globally (elevated in Q4–Q1, easing into summer), while Argentina shows a sharp Q2 compression after a March peak.
  • Selected data is highly volatile between observed points, while the global baseline moves more steadily.

Selected data: Finance in Argentina

Period covered by observations: Oct 2024, Mar–May 2025 (monthly medians)

  • Average across observed months: 29.61
  • High: 63.04 in Mar 2025
  • Low: 14.96 in May 2025
  • First-to-last change: 23.57 (Oct 2024) to 14.96 (May 2025) = -36.5%
  • Volatility (avg absolute change between observed points):
  • Oct→Mar: +167.6%
  • Mar→Apr: -73.3%
  • Apr→May: -11.4%
  • Average absolute step-change: ~84%

Notable movements

  • March surge to 63.04 (series high), followed by a sharp reset to 16.88 in April and a new low at 14.96 in May.

Global baseline context

Period: Oct 2024–Sep 2025 (monthly medians)

  • Global average: 47.82
  • High: 53.89 in Feb 2025
  • Low: 32.29 in Sep 2025
  • First-to-last change: 46.67 (Oct 2024) to 32.29 (Sep 2025) = -30.8%
  • Volatility (avg absolute month-to-month change): ~7.0%
  • Notable moves: +19.3% Nov→Dec; -29.3% Aug→Sep
  • Seasonality: Costs are elevated through Q4–Q1, then trend down into late summer.

Head-to-head comparison (overlapping months)

To align time frames, we compare Oct 2024, Mar–May 2025:

  • Baseline average (overlapping months): 50.45
  • Argentina Finance average: 29.61
  • Relative position: 41.3% below the global baseline on average.

By month

  • Oct 2024: 23.57 vs 46.67 → 49.5% below market
  • Mar 2025: 63.04 vs 52.61 → 19.8% above market
  • Apr 2025: 16.88 vs 51.57 → 67.3% below market
  • May 2025: 14.96 vs 50.97 → 70.6% below market

Interpretation

  • Level: Argentina’s Finance cost per purchase is generally below average, except for a single above-market spike in March 2025.
  • Volatility: The selected series is far more volatile between observed points than the global trend.
  • Seasonality: The global pattern shows higher costs in Q4–Q1; Argentina deviates with a late Q1 spike and pronounced Q2 softness.

What this means for benchmarking

  • Overall positioning: Below market across observed months (except March).
  • Seasonality: In line with global seasonality at a high level (Q4–Q1 strength), but with a stronger-than-average March spike and sharper declines into April–May.

Understanding cost per purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Finance and Argentina 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 Finance industry, Facebook ad costs can be typically higher due to high competition and valuable conversions. For campaigns targeting Argentina, 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.

This dataset updates frequently as new ad data flows in. It will only get bigger and better.

Argentina Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Mar 3‑4Carnival
Mar 24Truth & Justice Memorial
Apr 2Malvinas Day
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
May 25May Revolution Day
Jun 16Martín Miguel de Güemes Day
Jun 20Flag Day
Jul 9Independence Day
Aug 18San Martín Memorial Day
Oct 13Cultural Diversity Day
Nov 24National Sovereignty Day
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 25Christmas

Key Shopping Season

December (Christmas period)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM might rise significantly during Carnival, Independence Day, and Christmas season. Retail and entertainment campaigns could require increased budgets.

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.