DTC Podcast
Ep 492: How to Win on Amazon in 2025: Search Volume Declines, Tariff Pressures & Brand Equity | AKNF
21 Mar 2025
Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupWelcome to the DTC Podcast, where today we’re diving deep into Amazon advertising, ranking strategies, and the impact of tariffs with Rob and Clifford from Pilot House.If you’re selling on Amazon, you’ve probably noticed that search volume is down for the first time in years. Consumers are pulling back, competition is heating up, and costs are rising—so how do you stay profitable?In this episode, we cover: ✔️ When to prioritize profit vs. incremental revenue in your Amazon ad strategy ✔️ Amazon search volume is down—here’s how to increase conversion rates to stay ahead ✔️ Tariff chaos: How brands are adapting to unpredictable costs and logistics ✔️ Brand equity’s hidden power on Amazon: How to rank without excessive ad spendThe key takeaway? Winning on Amazon in 2025 isn’t just about ad spend—it’s about strategic ranking, conversion optimization, and leveraging off-platform brand awareness to dominate search results.Timestamps:00:00 – Amazon ad placements and bid strategy02:45 – Using Amazon Rufuss for listing optimization05:30 – Search volume decline and market shifts08:20 – Impact of tariffs on ecommerce brands11:10 – Brand equity and organic ranking on Amazon14:00 – The power of omnichannel brand awarenessHashtags:#AmazonAds #EcommerceMarketing #AmazonFBA #DTCbrands #DigitalMarketing #AmazonSEO #EcommerceGrowth #MarketingStrategy #RetailTrends #BrandBuilding Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupAdvertise on DTC - https://dtcnews.link/advertiseWork with Pilothouse - https://dtcnews.link/pilothouseFollow us on Instagram & Twitter - @dtcnewsletterWatch this interview on YouTube - https://dtcnews.link/video
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