Marketing Budget Benchmarks 2026

How growth-stage companies allocate marketing investment in 2026 — by stage, type, industry, and geography. A synthesis of 2023–2026 research for founders and marketing leaders.

Covers B2B SaaS, DTC, and services benchmarks: percent of revenue by stage, channel mix, paid vs. organic split, and headcount ratios.

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