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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Finance in Singapore

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Cost Per Purchase for Finance in Singapore

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads cost per purchase benchmarks: Finance in Singapore vs global

This analysis looks at cost per purchase trends for industry Finance in the 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.

  • Overall positioning: Finance in Singapore runs above market on cost per purchase, averaging about 3.3x the global benchmark across overlapping months.
  • Volatility: The Singapore series is highly volatile (median month-to-month absolute change ~58%) versus a very stable global trend (~1.6%).
  • Seasonality: The global baseline shows a modest Q4–Q1 lift; Singapore’s Finance series shows outsized spikes in mid–late 2025 rather than a classic holiday pattern.

Selected series (Finance, Singapore) — key stats

Coverage: Sep 2024–Aug 2025 (8 months reported)

  • Average: 160.76
  • Lowest month: 1.57 in Sep 2024
  • Highest month: 538.22 in Aug 2025
  • First-to-last change: +34,100% (1.57 to 538.22)
  • Volatility:
  • Median month-to-month absolute change: ~58%
  • Notable moves:
  • Oct 2024 vs Sep 2024: +46%
  • Mar 2025 vs Oct 2024: +6,170%
  • Apr vs Mar 2025: −34%
  • May vs Apr 2025: +154%
  • Jun vs May 2025: −24%
  • Jul vs Jun 2025: −58%
  • Aug vs Jul 2025: +592%
  • Pattern: Extremely low costs in Sep–Oct 2024, followed by sustained elevation from Mar 2025 onward, culminating in a sharp spike in Aug 2025.

Global baseline — key stats

Coverage: Sep 2024–Sep 2025 (13 months)

  • Average (full baseline window): 47.73
  • Highest month: 53.89 in Feb 2025
  • Lowest month: 32.29 in Sep 2025
  • First-to-last change (Sep 2024 to Sep 2025): −31%
  • Seasonality: Costs edge up in Dec–Feb (holiday and early Q1), then trend down into mid/late 2025.

Side-by-side comparison (aligned months)

Aligned months: Sep 2024, Oct 2024, Mar–Aug 2025

  • Average: Singapore Finance 160.76 vs global 48.41 — about 3.3x above market.
  • High/Low: Singapore ranges 1.57–538.22 vs global 45.69–52.61 (global is tightly clustered).
  • Trend vs benchmark:
  • Below market in Sep–Oct 2024 (−97% to −95% vs global).
  • Above market from Mar 2025 onward:
  • Mar 2025: ~2.7x
  • Apr 2025: ~1.9x
  • May 2025: ~4.8x
  • Jun 2025: ~3.9x
  • Jul 2025: ~1.7x
  • Aug 2025: ~11.8x
  • Volatility gap: Singapore Finance shows large swings and sharp spikes, while the global baseline shifts modestly month to month.

What this means for benchmarking

Relative to the global trend, Finance in Singapore shows:

  • A dramatic rise from late 2024 to mid–late 2025.
  • Costs well above average through most of 2025, especially in August.
  • Less alignment with the global Q4–Q1 rise, and substantially higher volatility.

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

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

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.