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CSR post credibility shapes consumer interaction patterns

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Research area:Business, Management and AccountingCorporate social responsibilityDigital Marketing and Social Media

What the study found

Consumer interactions with product-related CSR social media posts were shaped by how companies combined communication features, not simply by whether the information was vague or detailed. The study identified four communication patterns: execution of product-related CSR practices, transparent information and engagement, transparent information and (external) validation, and no detailed information.

Why the authors say this matters

The authors conclude that firms need to strategically and proactively shape product-related CSR content for social media success. The study suggests that perceived credibility is important for consumer interactions with these messages.

What the researchers tested

The researchers applied latent class cluster analysis to real-world social media posts to identify recurring communication patterns. They then used ANOVAs, or analyses of variance, to examine how those patterns influenced consumer interactions.

What worked and what didn't

The results indicate no significant difference in consumer interactions between vague and precise information. However, adding validations or engagement to posts with detailed information unexpectedly decreased consumer interactions.

What to keep in mind

The abstract does not describe the sample size, the specific social media platforms, or other limitations. It also does not provide details on how consumer interactions were measured beyond the use of ANOVAs.

Key points

  • The study identified four product-related CSR communication patterns in social media posts.
  • Consumer interactions did not differ significantly between vague and precise information.
  • Posts with detailed information plus validation or engagement showed lower consumer interactions.
  • The authors conclude that firms should strategically shape CSR content for social media success.

Disclosure

Research title:
CSR post credibility shapes consumer interaction patterns
Authors:
Judith Derenthal, Waldemar Toporowski
Institutions:
University of Göttingen
Publication date:
2026-01-30
DOI:
10.1002/csr.70443
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