The Influence of ESG on Purchase Intentions and Willingness to Pay a Higher Price through Brand Image: A Study of Generation Y Consumers

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Wut Sookcharoen
Phattaraporn Timdan

Abstract

Presently, the ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) concept is increasingly capturing attention in the business sector as it facilitates sustainable growth. Moreover, consumers increasingly expect businesses to operate with consideration for their ESG impacts. The research objectives are as follows: 1) To investigate Generation Y consumers' perceptions towards environmentally, socially, and ethically responsible business practices. 2) To examine the level of brand image perception, purchase intention, and willingness to pay premium prices. 3) To explore the influence of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) factors on purchase intention and willingness to pay premium prices, mediated by brand image.


            The data analysis using Path Analysis statistics from a sample group of 437 individuals revealed that consumer perception towards ESG has a positive influence on brand image. Additionally, the influence of ESG on purchase intention and willingness to pay higher prices is mediated through brand image was statistically significant at 0.01 level.

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Sookcharoen, W. ., & Timdan, P. . (2024). The Influence of ESG on Purchase Intentions and Willingness to Pay a Higher Price through Brand Image: A Study of Generation Y Consumers. Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Thonburi University, 19(1), 167–179. Retrieved from https://so03.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/trujournal/article/view/278222
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