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Brands are using Spanglish to reach a new generation of Latino consumers

Sep 20, 2023
About two thirds of the 64 million Latinos in the U.S. speak “Spanglish” a mix of English and Spanish, according to a new report out today by the Pew Research Center. Advertisers are paying close attention.
Marketing experts recommend different amounts of Spanish and English for ads targeted at different age groups.
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COVID-19 is hitting California's Latino community hard

Jul 27, 2020
Latinos make up nearly 39% of the state's population but more than 55% of confirmed cases.
A religious message about the coronavirus in El Centro, California.
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As Latinos age, the need for Spanish-speaking caretakers grows

Nov 11, 2015
Latinos are the fastest growing group of people 65 and older in the U.S. today.

Burwell's highest priority: get more Latinos insured

Jun 5, 2014
A look at the importance of the Affordable Care Act's outreach to Latinos.

How are businesses cashing in on the Latino market?

Aug 14, 2013
What are some of the strategies businesses are using to respond to the fast-growing Latino market? And what are the challenges?

Quinceaneras: A cherished, but costly, tradition

Jan 18, 2013
Many Latino families spend thousands of dollars to celebrate their daughters' "coming of age" on their 15th birthday.

Polling Latinos for business opportunities

Nov 13, 2012
In the wake of their crucial role in President Obama's re-election, Latinos are receiving more attention than ever from U.S. businesses.

For public good, not for profit.

MundoFox takes on Univision and Telemundo

Aug 13, 2012
News Corp. launches Spanish-language network in the U.S.

Free pizza -- if you order en español

Jun 4, 2012
Beyond Pizza Patron’s marketing gimmicks, a plan to reach Hispanic customers.

The Latino vote surging in Texas

May 28, 2012
There's no suspense about the outcome of the Texas Republican primary, but the future of elections there might change with its population.