RT Journal Article
T1 Fair trade and consumer valuation: Purchase intentions in an emerging economy
A1 De la Piedra-Vindrola, Sergio E.,
A1 Palacios Florencio, Beatriz
A1 Berbel Pineda, Juan Manuel
K1 Attitudes
K1 Emerging Economy Consumers
K1 Fair Trade
K1 Purchase Itention
AB In the scientific literature, there is little evidence of empirical research concerning the impact of fair trade (FT) on shopping behaviour (this is practically non-existent, if we consider studies in emerging economies. For this reason, the aim of this research is to analyse to what extent consumers value FT practices in the context of an emerging economy and how these affect their purchase intentions. For this purpose, partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) is used. The data are based on a sample of 409 consumers of an emerging economy (Peru). According to the results, the intention to purchase FT products by Peruvian consumers depends directly on the variables FT knowledge and attitude towards FT. Furthermore, the indirect influence on the purchase intention of the beliefs about FT variable is verified. On the other hand, the results obtained indicate that there are no differences between Peruvian women and men in terms of direct relations among model constructs. These results enable understanding consumer valuations of emerging economies concerningthe responsible practices of firms. The study's findings have significant implications for the management of FT by public organisations and firms. There is evidence that consumers can start to value these FT policies, since they show a favourable disposition towards the consumption of products made or marketed with FT practices.
PB Wiley
YR 2022
FD 2022-01-01
LK https://hdl.handle.net/10433/22303
UL https://hdl.handle.net/10433/22303
LA en
NO Business Strategy & Development, 2022, vol. 5, no 3, p. 245-258.
NO Departamento de Organización de Empresas y Marketing. Universidad Pablo de Olavide.
DS RIO
RD May 9, 2026