Rising Traffic Costs Impacting Customer Acquisition
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Summary
Online retailers are struggling with increasing traffic costs that make customer acquisition unsustainable. Many businesses find themselves breaking even or losing money on initial purchases, relying on future customer lifetime value (LTV) to justify their marketing expenses. This situation creates significant financial strain and uncertainty, as brands grapple with the viability of their acquisition strategies in a competitive landscape.
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Increasing traffic costs lead to unsustainable customer acquisition strategies, impacting profitability.
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