Table 2.

Measurement model results: factor loadings and collinearity statistics; scale properties

SNMS (CR = 0.908; Cronbach’s α = 0.909; ρA = 0.928; AVE = 0.671)Loading
SNMS1Taking positions on social issues that can advance our reputation and favorability with governments and other advocacy groups0.877
SNMS2Taking action to improve society where governments are unwilling or unable to do so0.878
SNMS3Taking action to generate stakeholder support that can influence the success of our firm0.744
SNMS4Engaging in philanthropy to enhance our status with governments and other stakeholders0.905
SNMS5Taking action to minimize negative publicity from non-governmental organizations or other groups0.869
MS (CR = 0.666; Cronbach’s α = 0.727; ρA = 0.752; AVE = 0.432)
MS1Innovation in marketing and advertising0.732
MS2Advertising expenditures0.777
MS3Emphasis on marketing0.868
Stakeholder performance (CR = 0.900; Cronbach’s α = 0.903; ρA = 0.925; AVE = 0.557)
SP1Development of capabilities critical to firm success0.834
SP2Customer satisfaction and loyalty0.848
SP3Employee satisfaction and loyalty0.840
CFP (CR = 0.786; Cronbach’s α = 0.796; ρA = 0.811; AVE = 0.698) 
CFP1Market share growth0.899
CFP2Revenue growth0.854
CFP3Return on assets0.871
CFP4Growth in stock prices and returns to investors0.893

Notes:

SNMS = social nonmarket strategy; MS = market strategy; CFP = corporate financial performance

Source:Author's own work

or Create an Account

Close Modal
Close Modal