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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Media in Brazil

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Cost Per Purchase for Media in Brazil

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

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Facebook Ads cost-per-purchase benchmarks: Media in Brazil vs global

This analysis looks at cost-per-purchase trends for the Media industry in Brazil 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

  • Overall level: Media in Brazil averaged 45.63 BRL cost per purchase across the observed months, about 8.4% below the global baseline (49.80).
  • Volatility: Extremely high in Brazil (average period-over-period swing ~73%), versus a stable global pattern (~3.5%).
  • Highs and lows: Brazil peaked at 115.26 in Apr 2025 and dipped to 0.20 in Jul 2025; the baseline ranged narrowly between 45.69–53.89.
  • Trajectory: From Sep 2024 to Aug 2025, Brazil fell 98.3% (31.71 → 0.53). The baseline eased just 2.0% over the same span.
  • Relative positioning: Brazil was above market in 4 of 10 observed months (Feb–May 2025) and below market in the rest.

Selected data highlights (Media, Brazil)

  • Average: 45.63
  • High: 115.26 (Apr 2025)
  • Low: 0.20 (Jul 2025)
  • First → last: 31.71 (Sep 2024) → 0.53 (Aug 2025), down 98.3%.
  • Notable moves:
  • Oct 2024 dropped 29.1% vs Sep.
  • Dec 2024 rebounded 41.8% vs Oct; Jan 2025 rose another 33.7%.
  • Feb 2025 surged 112.3% MoM; Apr 2025 spiked 93.9% MoM to the period’s high.
  • May 2025 fell 46.5% vs Apr.
  • Jul 2025 collapsed 99.7% vs May; Aug rose 170.3% vs Jul but remained near zero.
  • Volatility: Average absolute change between observed points was ~73%, indicating large month-to-month swings.

Global baseline comparison

  • Average (same months): 49.80
  • High/low: 53.89 (Feb 2025) and 45.69 (Aug 2025)
  • First → last: 46.60 (Sep 2024) → 45.69 (Aug 2025), down 2.0%.
  • Volatility: Average absolute change ~3.5%, reflecting a tight, consistent range.
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • Below market: Sep, Oct, Dec 2024; Jan, Jul, Aug 2025 (e.g., Oct 2024 was ~52% below baseline).
  • Above market: Feb (+68%), Mar (+13%), Apr (+124%), May (+21%) compared to the baseline for those months.

Seasonal patterns and timing

  • Global baseline shows mild seasonal elevation from late Q4 into Q1–Q2, then a gentle easing into summer (Jul–Aug).
  • Brazil’s Media segment diverges: limited lift in Dec, then a sharp run-up Feb–Apr followed by a steep normalization through May and a pronounced dip in Jul–Aug.

What this means for benchmarking

  • Media in Brazil sits below average on the full-period level but experiences bursts well above market around late Q1 to early Q2.
  • The global context is steadier, offering a reliable reference for understanding how unusual Brazil’s swings were across the period.

Understanding cost-per-purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in Media and Brazil 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 Media industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Brazil, 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.

Brazil Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Mar 3–4Carnival
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Tiradentes Day
May 1Labour Day
Jun 19Corpus Christi
Sep 7Independence Day
Oct 12Our Lady of Aparecida (Children's Day)
Nov 2All Souls' Day
Nov 15Republic Proclamation Day
Nov 20Black Awareness Day
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

December (Christmas), Late November (Black Friday), Children's Day (Oct 12)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise around Carnival and Independence Day due to increased social activity. Children's Day (Oct 12) and Black Friday could see sharp spikes in competition. December (Christmas) may surge e‑commerce traffic, prompting high CPMs. Extended holiday weekends could shift ad engagement patterns.

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.