Influencer marketing’s impact on credibility and purchase intention: A study on University of Bisha students in Saudi Arabia

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This study holds significance due to the increasing impact of influencer marketing on consumer behavior, particularly among the youth demographic in Saudi Arabia. This study aims to examine how influencer marketing influences perceived credibility and purchase intention, emphasizing the roles of transparency and cultural factors in shaping consumer behavior.
A descriptive-analytical method was utilized, the research was conducted at University of Bisha, incorporating a structured survey to gather data from 384 university students, both male and female. The sample was meticulously chosen to embody the characteristics of young consumers, a group recognized for its significant involvement with social media channels and vulnerability to influencer marketing tactics. The findings indicate that the traits of influencers play a crucial role in boosting purchase intention (β = 0.42, p < 0.001). Furthermore, the influence of brand credibility on purchase intention is significant (β = 0.51, p < 0.001), and it serves as a partial mediator in the connection between influencer characteristics and purchase intention (indirect effect = 0.27, p < 0.001). The results underscore Snapchat’s prominence as the leading platform among participants, illustrating its significance for focused influencer marketing initiatives. Marketers are advised to prioritize transparent and authentic collaborations with influencers to strengthen brand credibility and foster consumer trust. Emphasizing partnerships with influencers whose values align with students’ interests on Snapchat will enhance engagement and drive purchasing behavior. This information provides actionable direction for marketers aiming to enhance their influencer marketing approaches, cultivating enduring consumer confidence and sustainable brand development among younger demographics.

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    • Figure 1. Research model
    • Table 1. Cronbach’s Alpha for constructs
    • Table 2. Demographic characteristics of respondents
    • Table 3. Regression results
    • Table 4. Mediation analysis results
    • Table 5. Hypothesis testing results
    • Conceptualization
      Mudathir Saad, Abdelrehim Awad, Adel Fathy Aziz, Talaat Rashad Shma
    • Data curation
      Mudathir Saad, Abdelrehim Awad, Adel Fathy Aziz, Talaat Rashad Shma
    • Formal Analysis
      Mudathir Saad
    • Writing – original draft
      Mudathir Saad, Abdelrehim Awad, Adel Fathy Aziz, Talaat Rashad Shma
    • Writing – review & editing
      Mudathir Saad, Abdelrehim Awad, Adel Fathy Aziz, Talaat Rashad Shma
    • Methodology
      Abdelrehim Awad
    • Supervision
      Abdelrehim Awad