Can Masstige brands be introduced in the B2B markets? An exploratory study

Saha, Victor, Das, Manish and Paul, Justin (2023) Can Masstige brands be introduced in the B2B markets? An exploratory study. Industrial Marketing Management, 114. pp. 32-46. ISSN 0019-8501

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Abstract

The notion of a brand's mass prestige (‘masstige’) has always been confined within the contours of business-to-consumer (B2C) markets. This study is a pioneering attempt to introduce masstige brands in the business-to-business (B2B) market. Employing a three study design, this research established that masstige is a strong case for B2B marketers. The findings suggest that with an application of the anchoring effect, masstige brands can be introduced in the B2B markets as well. Further, it is found that B2B customers' preference for masstige brands is shaped by factors such as affordable pricing, premium positioning, perceived status, sustained competitive advantage and symbolism. Correspondingly, such purchases are executed by B2B customers in anticipation of a higher perceived return on investment. In essence, this study extends the contours of masstige into the B2B markets and explores new business opportunities for managers.

Item Type: Article
Keywords: Anchoring effect | Business-to-business (B2B) | Luxury | Masstige
Subjects: Social Sciences and humanities > Business, Management and Accounting > General Management
JGU School/Centre: Jindal Global Business School
Depositing User: Amees Mohammad
Date Deposited: 08 Aug 2023 10:44
Last Modified: 08 Aug 2023 10:44
Official URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indmarman.2023.07.009
URI: https://pure.jgu.edu.in/id/eprint/6479

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