Factors that Influence Consumer Behavior: A Case Study of a Multinational Consumer Goods Company in Malaysia

Wei Chien Ng; Haslindar Ibrahim; Yan Qi Quah; Qistina Binti Mohd Farhan; Yi Wen Qiu; Rafiqah Najwa Binti Mohamad Rasyid; Roshini A/P Muralydaran; A. J. Ali; Daisy Mui Hung Kee

doi:10.32535/ijthap.v8i2.4004

Factors that Influence Consumer Behavior: A Case Study of a Multinational Consumer Goods Company in Malaysia

Wei Chien Ng, Haslindar Ibrahim, Yan Qi Quah, Qistina Binti Mohd Farhan, Yi Wen Qiu, Rafiqah Najwa Binti Mohamad Rasyid, Roshini A/P Muralydaran, A. J. Ali, Daisy Mui Hung Kee

Abstract

Unilever, a British multinational known for its consumer goods, operates in over 190 countries, including Malaysia. Unilever Malaysia was founded over 100 years ago and has improved the lives of millions of Malaysians for more than 70 years. This study aims to explore factors that influence consumer behavior in Unilever Malaysia. Consumer behavior describes the decisions individuals make while choosing, paying for, using, and discarding goods and services. Understanding consumer behavior is important because it allows companies to customize marketing strategies to produce products that are more satisfactory to customers, achieve stronger competitiveness, and customer loyalty for the company. This research collected primary data from 100 Unilever Malaysia customers via an online survey. The findings reveal that perceived quality, brand image, and perceived value significantly influence consumer behavior toward Unilever Malaysia, among which perceived value has the most significant impact. These factors have a positive impact on consumers’ decision-making process. These findings provide Unilever Malaysia with advantages for future growth in terms of enhancing customer satisfaction and brand loyalty.

Keywords

Brand Image; Consumer Behavior; Marketing; Perceived Quality; Perceived Value; Social Factors; Unilever

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