Beliefs about advertising in China: empirical evidence from Hong Kong and Shanghai consumers (original) (raw)

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This study investigates the beliefs about advertising among Generation X consumers in Hong Kong and Shanghai. It highlights cultural influences on ad likeability and dislikeability, demonstrating that Generation X in these cities exhibits distinct preferences and attitudes toward advertising. The findings suggest that advertising strategies should consider cultural differences to enhance effectiveness.

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