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IAB Reports 2010 Internet Ad Revenues Increased 15% to $26 Billion

iab logoThe IAB has reported 2010 Internet advertising revenues at a record $26 billion, up 15% from 2009. Fourth quarter revenue also hit new highs at $7.45 billion, up 19% from Q4 2009 and 15% from Q3 2010.

Highlights of the report include:

  • There were record numbers for the yearly advertising revenue as well as record quarterly highs in the Q4 2010.
  • The most popular ad format in 2010 was search which represented 46% of revenue and saw 12% growth from last year.
  • Sponsorships saw the most growth with an 88% increase over last year and 142% increase in the fourth quarter alone.
  • Display-related advertising – which includes Digital Video Commercials, Ad banners/display ads, sponsorships and rich media – continued to grow this year, totaling nearly $10 billion with an increase of 24% over 2009.
  • The results exhibit revenue growth for the past five consecutive quarters.
  • The Annual Report marks the debut of estimated US mobile ad revenue for 2010: between $550 and $650 million.
  • For more information, see iab press release “IAB Reports Full-Year Internet Ad Revenues for 2010 Increase 15% to $26 Billion, a New Record

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