Exploring the effects of ethnocentrism and country familiarity in consumer preference and brand recognition

Ana Sousa, Helena Nobre and Minoo Farhangmehr

International Journal of Business and Globalisation, 2018, vol. 20, issue 2, 139-151

Abstract: This paper aims to explore the effects of ethnocentrism in consumer preference of domestic versus foreign products. In addition, the paper also aims to explore country-of-origin familiarity in international products/brands recognition. The study departs from the theoretical assumption that country image is a driving factor for brand internationalisation. A quantitative study was carried out on a sample of 177 consumers. Findings suggest that, although country familiarity is an important factor for international brand recognition, consumer product associations are more effective on brand preference and purchase decision. Results also indicate that ethnocentrism seems to act as a barrier for foreign brands, as consumers tend to remember and prefer their own domestic brands.

Keywords: country image; domestic products/brands; country familiarity; country-of-origin; COO; ethnocentrism; brand internationalisation. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2018
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