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CPM increased sharply, what is happening?

CPM spikes are usually auction competition, audience restriction, or a shift to more expensive placements and impressions.

What this means

CPM spikes are usually auction competition, audience restriction, or a shift to more expensive placements and impressions.

Quick steps
  1. Check audience size and exclusions for over-restriction
  2. Check placement changes or Advantage+ changes
  3. Check seasonality and auction overlap

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