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Facebook Ads CPC Benchmarks for Energy and Mining in Singapore

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CPC (Cost Per Click) for Energy and Mining in Singapore

December 2024 - December 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Introduction

The clearest story in the Facebook Ads benchmarks this year is stability with a late surge: global CPC trends for all industries held in a narrow $1.06–$1.14 band for most of 2025 before climbing into November. Against that backdrop, Energy and Mining in Singapore does not have sufficient monthly median data in this period to chart a country-specific line, so the global benchmark serves as the directional reference. The pattern shows measured movements through Q2–Q3, a typical Q4 lift, and one outsized December datapoint that reads as an outlier.

This analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks. This analysis explores ad performance trends for Energy and Mining in Singapore compared to the global benchmark.

The story in the data

Globally, CPC opened at $1.27 in December 2024 and eased to $1.13 in January 2025. From there, the market settled into a steady rhythm: February to May hovered around $1.13–$1.14, June and July dipped to roughly $1.08, and August to October ranged between $1.06 and $1.10. The low point prior to the year-end was September at $1.06, while the peak arrived in November at $1.31. From January to November, that’s a +16% climb, with an average near $1.14 and monthly moves usually measured in pennies.

Month-to-month volatility was restrained through most of the year. Excluding December, absolute monthly changes averaged about five cents, with the sharpest move being October to November (+$0.21). Including December’s reading of $0.14, the full-period average change rises to fourteen cents as the late-month plunge amplifies overall variability. In other words, the year reads as calm with a single jolt near the finish.

Seasonal and monthly dynamics

Seasonally, the baseline CPC analysis reflects familiar rhythms in country-specific ad costs: softer engagement costs through mid-year, then firmer pricing into Q4. Q1 settled after the holiday period, with CPCs stabilizing around $1.13–$1.14. Q2 and Q3 were the most affordable stretch (June–September sat near $1.06–$1.10), consistent with lighter auction pressure. The November lift to $1.31 aligns with year-end competition. The December print at $0.14 breaks pattern and stands apart from the year’s otherwise tight range.

Country vs. Global

For Energy and Mining in Singapore, monthly CPC medians are not present in the dataset for this window, so a direct line-by-line comparison to the global series is not available. Relative to the global benchmark, the market context suggests a steady year through Q3, a firmer Q4, and a November high point—patterns that define overall industry ad performance in 2025. Without Singapore’s monthly readings, the gap to global cannot be quantified; however, the global CPC trend provides the reference contour: an average near $1.14 (January–November), a low around $1.06, and a peak at $1.31 before the anomalous December value.

Closing

In sum, Facebook Ads benchmarks for CPC show a stable year with a Q4 lift and one atypical December drop at the global level. While Energy and Mining in Singapore lacks in-period monthly medians, these CPC trends outline the broader environment for industry ad performance and country-specific ad costs. Understanding CPC analysis for Energy and Mining in Singapore versus the global benchmark helps frame where costs concentrated—steady through mid-year, firmer into November, and unusually low in December—within the broader pattern of Facebook Ads performance.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Cost Per Click (CPC) is the amount advertisers pay each time a user clicks on their Facebook ad. In the Energy and Mining industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. 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 exactly is CPC in Facebook Ads?

CPC (Cost Per Click) is what you pay each time someone clicks on your ad, on any Facebook Ads placement. It's calculated by dividing your total spend by the number of clicks received. Facebook Ads lists Clicks, Link Clicks and Outbound Clicks separately. The former is the sum of all types of clicks (including, for example, clicks to your profile page, to a link or to a comment).

What's considered a good CPC for Facebook ads in 2025?

The truth is that varies, so play with our tool to get some benchmarks that are relevant to you. CPC values are highly dependent on the region, industry and campaign objective. The US is one of the most expensive markets.

What influences cost per click on Facebook?

Several factors affect CPC: your audience targeting, competition in your industry, ad relevance score, and creative performance. If your ad isn't getting engagement or relevance is low, CPC tends to spike.

Why is my Facebook ad CPC suddenly increasing?

CPC spikes usually happen because of increased competition in your target audience, seasonal trends (like holidays), poor ad relevance scores, or algorithm changes. Check if your audience targeting has become too narrow or if your creative is showing fatigue.

Do desktop and mobile Facebook ads have different CPCs?

Yes, there's a noticeable difference between platforms. Mobile CPCs often run lower than desktop. How many times do check Instagram on your phone and how often do you open it in your computer? There's simply much more mobile inventory. Tip: segment your performance data by placement to understand where your clicks are coming from. Spoiler: it's likely all mobile.

Should I optimize my campaigns for CPC or conversions?

For most businesses, optimizing for conversions will deliver much better ROI than focusing purely on CPC. A low CPC is meaningless if those clicks don't convert. However, if you're running awareness campaigns or some kind content promotion, CPC optimization might potentially make sense, although most experts have switched to conversion optimization by now.

Why do my CPC benchmarks differ from published industry averages?

Your specific audience targeting, creative quality, bidding strategy, and account history all influence your CPC. Industry averages provide a reference point, but your historical performance is a more reliable benchmark for setting expectations and measuring improvement.

Are CPCs cheaper on Instagram or Facebook?

Instagram CPCs are generally slightly higher due to stronger purchase intent and higher competition among advertisers. But it depends on the audience and creative.