摘要:The purpose of this study was to invetigate the impact of consumer trust index on shopping intention mediated by mouth-to-mouth advertising. The statistical population of this study was the customers who bought from sports manufacturers. Through convenience sampling, 384 customers were included in statistical sample and a questionnaire was used for data collection. SPSS and LISREL softwares were used for data analysis. First, the utility of variables and parameters was tested by using t test, and the positive relationship between variables was confirmed using correlation and path coefficient of t test. Then, the model was tested by using LISREL software and confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation. Finally, suitability indices showed that the model is in a suitable fit. The results of this study showed that the confidence index has a significant and positive impact on customers' purchase intention and mouth-to-mouth advertising. Eventually, mouth-to-mouth advertising has a moderating effect on consumer purchase intention. In conclusion, since the company confidence index affects consumer behavior in interaction with the company and causes the long-term profitability for companies and sports manufacturers, companies should pay special attention to this matter.
关键词:Trust of Customers;Purchasing;Word of Mouth Advertising