From browsing to buying: Understanding online repurchase behaviour in the context of luxury brands in China

The growth of e-commerce in China has transformed consumer behaviour, especially in the luxury sector, where understanding repurchase intentions is critical for sustaining brand success. This study examines the factors influencing online repurchase behaviour in the context of luxury brands in China...

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Main Authors: Zhang, Tianyang, Lee, Khai Loon, Puteri Fadzline, Muhamad Tamyez
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Language:English
Published: Asian Scholars Network 2025
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description The growth of e-commerce in China has transformed consumer behaviour, especially in the luxury sector, where understanding repurchase intentions is critical for sustaining brand success. This study examines the factors influencing online repurchase behaviour in the context of luxury brands in China through a qualitative lens. Drawing on in-depth interviews with 30 luxury brand consumers, the research explores how brand attitudes, perceived value, trust, and cultural influences shape repurchase decisions. The findings reveal that emotional connections to brands, cultivated through personalized digital interactions and consistent brand narratives, play a pivotal role in fostering loyalty. Trust emerges as a key determinant, reinforced by seamless online experiences and authenticity in brand communication. Furthermore, cultural values such as status signalling and collective identity are shown to significantly impact repurchase behavior. This study contributes to the literature by offering nuanced insights into the interplay of psychological and cultural factors in online luxury consumption. Practical implications for marketers and avenues for future research are discussed.
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spelling ump-443602025-04-29T05:37:38Z http://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/44360/ From browsing to buying: Understanding online repurchase behaviour in the context of luxury brands in China Zhang, Tianyang Lee, Khai Loon Puteri Fadzline, Muhamad Tamyez HD28 Management. Industrial Management The growth of e-commerce in China has transformed consumer behaviour, especially in the luxury sector, where understanding repurchase intentions is critical for sustaining brand success. This study examines the factors influencing online repurchase behaviour in the context of luxury brands in China through a qualitative lens. Drawing on in-depth interviews with 30 luxury brand consumers, the research explores how brand attitudes, perceived value, trust, and cultural influences shape repurchase decisions. The findings reveal that emotional connections to brands, cultivated through personalized digital interactions and consistent brand narratives, play a pivotal role in fostering loyalty. Trust emerges as a key determinant, reinforced by seamless online experiences and authenticity in brand communication. Furthermore, cultural values such as status signalling and collective identity are shown to significantly impact repurchase behavior. This study contributes to the literature by offering nuanced insights into the interplay of psychological and cultural factors in online luxury consumption. Practical implications for marketers and avenues for future research are discussed. Asian Scholars Network 2025 Article PeerReviewed pdf en http://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/44360/1/IJBTM%20Vol%207-1-34%20From%20Browsing%20to%20Buying.pdf Zhang, Tianyang and Lee, Khai Loon and Puteri Fadzline, Muhamad Tamyez (2025) From browsing to buying: Understanding online repurchase behaviour in the context of luxury brands in China. International Journal of Business and Technology Management, 7 (1). pp. 421-433. ISSN 2682-7646. (Published) https://mysitasi.mohe.gov.my/uploads/get-media-file?refId=1df80d0c-574e-4484-ad89-06598b616b47
spellingShingle HD28 Management. Industrial Management
Zhang, Tianyang
Lee, Khai Loon
Puteri Fadzline, Muhamad Tamyez
From browsing to buying: Understanding online repurchase behaviour in the context of luxury brands in China
title From browsing to buying: Understanding online repurchase behaviour in the context of luxury brands in China
title_full From browsing to buying: Understanding online repurchase behaviour in the context of luxury brands in China
title_fullStr From browsing to buying: Understanding online repurchase behaviour in the context of luxury brands in China
title_full_unstemmed From browsing to buying: Understanding online repurchase behaviour in the context of luxury brands in China
title_short From browsing to buying: Understanding online repurchase behaviour in the context of luxury brands in China
title_sort from browsing to buying: understanding online repurchase behaviour in the context of luxury brands in china
topic HD28 Management. Industrial Management
url http://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/44360/
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