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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Venture Capital & Investment in Australia

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Cost Per Purchase for Venture Capital & Investment in Australia

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost per purchase trends for the Venture Capital & Investment industry in Australia compared to the global trend; the selected dataset contains no observations for the period, so comparisons rely on the global baseline as the directional benchmark.
  • Global baseline average cost per purchase from Oct 2024 to Sep 2025 was 47.82, peaking in Feb 2025 (53.89) and reaching a low in Sep 2025 (32.29).
  • Month-to-month volatility averaged about 6.98%, with the largest jump in Dec 2024 (+19.3% vs. Nov) and a pronounced dip in Sep 2025 (-29.35% vs. Aug).
  • Costs typically rose into late Q4 and early Q1, then eased through Q2 and Q3, aligning with common seasonal patterns where costs increase around holiday periods.

The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Scope and framing

  • Metric: cost per purchase (median, monthly).
  • Industry: Venture Capital & Investment.
  • Country: Australia (selected_data is empty for this period).
  • Baseline: global trend across all industries/countries.
  • Timeframe: Oct 2024–Sep 2025.

Global baseline benchmarks (cost per purchase)

  • Overall average: 47.82 across 12 months.
  • High: 53.89 in Feb 2025.
  • Low: 32.29 in Sep 2025.
  • First-to-last change: down 30.8% from Oct 2024 (46.67) to Sep 2025 (32.29).
  • Month-to-month volatility:
  • Average absolute change: ~6.98%.
  • Notable moves:
  • Nov 2024: -7.45% vs. Oct.
  • Dec 2024: +19.29% vs. Nov (largest monthly increase).
  • Jun 2025: -7.86% vs. May.
  • Sep 2025: -29.35% vs. Aug (largest monthly decrease).

Seasonal patterns observed in the baseline

  • Q4–Q1 lift: Costs climbed into late Q4 and peaked in early Q1 (Dec 2024 at 51.53, Jan 2025 at 52.31, and Feb 2025 at 53.89), consistent with heightened auction pressure around holiday and new-year periods.
  • Gradual easing: From Mar through Aug 2025, costs trended down modestly (generally within ±2% month to month), before a sharp drop in Sep 2025.
  • Quarter snapshots for context:
  • Q4 2024 average: ~47.13.
  • Q1 2025 average: ~52.94 (highest quarter).
  • Q2 2025 average: ~49.83.
  • Q3 2025 average: ~41.40 (driven by the September low).

Comparison to the selected segment (Venture Capital & Investment, Australia)

  • Data availability: No selected_data points were recorded for this period, so a direct comparison (averages, highs/lows, volatility) against the global baseline is not available.
  • Benchmarking guidance: In absence of in-market observations for Australia in Venture Capital & Investment, the global baseline serves as the best directional reference. Relative positioning versus market (above/below/in line) cannot be determined for the selected segment based on the current data window.

Understanding cost per purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in Venture Capital & Investment and Australia 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 Venture Capital & Investment industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Australia, advertisers typically see good engagement rates despite moderate costs. 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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Australia Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 27Australia Day (observed)
Apr 18‑21Easter weekend
Apr 25Anzac Day
Jun 9King's Birthday
Oct 6Labour Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late December (Christmas and Boxing Day), Early December (Cyber Monday), January (Back-to-school), May (Mother's Day)

Potential Advertising Impact

Ad costs could spike around major holidays, especially Easter, Anzac Day, and Christmas. Increased budgets and earlier scheduling may be necessary. Retailers should consider planning promotions around back-to-school and Mother's Day to maximize campaign effectiveness.

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.