Sarah Ford | May 11, 2012

Edelman Study Shows Increase in Social Purpose’s Role in Consumer Purchasing Decisions

According to Edelman’s 2012 goodpurpose® study, “47% of global consumers buy brands that support a good cause at least monthly, a 47% increase from 2010.”Ìý Now in its fifth year, Edelman’s 2012 goodpurpose® study explores consumer attitudes around social purpose, including their commitment to specific societal issues and their expectations of brands and corporations.

For an analysis by Carol Cone on what this study indicates, .Ìý Plus, to listen to Carol Cone, Global Practice Chair for Edelman Business + Social Purpose, discuss the study on a recent episode of .

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