Purchasing patterns of migrant groups: The impact of acculturation on ethnocentric behaviors

NEWMAN, Andrew J and SAHAK, Siti Z (2012). Purchasing patterns of migrant groups: The impact of acculturation on ethnocentric behaviors. Journal of Applied Social Psychology, 42 (7), 1551-1575.

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Link to published version:: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1559-1816.2012.00895.x

Abstract

This study investigated the social psychology of Malaysian migrants and their ethnocentric purchase behavior as they assimilate into the local culture. A theoretical framework consisting of acculturation, consumer ethnocentrism, time, and demographics was assembled; and an exploratory study was undertaken involving 255 samples of Malaysian consumers residing in the UK. The findings suggest that levels of consumer ethnocentrism are inversely related to their length of residence in the host country. Hence, respondents who reside longest exhibit less ethnocentric behavior. Contrary to our prediction, no significant relationship exists between assimilation and consumer ethnocentrism. Of significance, however, highly assimilated individuals are likely to be young male and single persons, with low assimilation most likely found in middle-aged to older married females.

Item Type: Article
Identification Number: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1559-1816.2012.00895.x
Page Range: 1551-1575
Depositing User: Claire Bennehan
Date Deposited: 23 Apr 2013 10:26
Last Modified: 18 Mar 2021 23:45
URI: https://shura.shu.ac.uk/id/eprint/6916

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