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http://dx.doi.org/10.13106/jafeb.2022.vol9.no6.0183

The Impact of Corporate Social Responsibility on Brand Value and Financial Performance: Evidence from Bancassurance Service Providers in Vietnam  

NGUYEN, Xuan Hung (National Economics University)
DANG, Thuy Quynh (National Economics University)
DINH, Thi Thao Quyen (National Economics University)
DO, Phuong Thanh (National Economics University)
PHAM, Thu Uyen (National Economics University)
MAI, Duc Duong (National Economics University)
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The Journal of Asian Finance, Economics and Business / v.9, no.6, 2022 , pp. 183-194 More about this Journal
Abstract
The objective of this article is to assess the impact of corporate social responsibility (CSR) implementation on Corporate Brand Value (CBV) and Corporate Financial Performance (CFP). At the same time, the article examines the mediated role of CBV on the relationship between CSR implementation and CFP. In-depth interviews and observation techniques were used in this article on 4 experts to collect qualitative information. Quantitative analysis was based on primary data obtained from 454 employees working at enterprises providing Bancassurance services. The article uses various models of Cronbach's Alpha coefficient, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA), and Structural Equation Analysis (SEM) using SPSS 22.0 and AMOS 20.0 software. In addition, a 5-point Likert scale is used to measure observed variables. Research results show that CBV plays an intermediate role in the relationship between CSR implementation and CFP. At the same time, the implementation of CSR toward communities, customers, and workers directly impacts CBV and CFP. The article draws a new conclusion; there is no relationship found between the implementation of CSR and CFP. The result proposes implications for the state and Bancassurance service providers to develop and implement CSR-related policies and activities to enhance their brand value and financial performance.
Keywords
Corporate Social Responsibility; Financial Performance; Structural Equation Analysis; Bancassurance Service;
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