Southeast Asian Journal of Management and Research
Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): May

The Role of Purchase Intention as a Mediating Variable in the Relationship Between Promotion and Purchase Decisions

, Elizabeth Tika Kristina Hartuti (Unknown)
Suteja, Jaja (Unknown)
Juanim (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
14 May 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the influence of promotions on purchasing decisions with purchase interest as a mediating variable on Wuling brand car consumers in the Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY). The research approach used is quantitative with an explanatory design. The sampling process uses accidental sampling, namely a sample determination technique based on respondents who are accidentally met by researchers and meet the criteria as research respondents with a sample size of 297 respondents and analyzed using covariance-based Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with the help of LISREL 8.8 software. The analysis includes testing the measurement model (validity and reliability) and the structural model to test the direct effect of promotions on purchase interest and the mediating effect of purchase interest on the influence of promotions on purchasing decisions. The method used was an explanatory quantitative approach. Primary data were collected through a questionnaire with a Likert scale of 1–5. The analysis results showed that promotion had a direct, positive and significant effect on purchase intention, promotion also had a direct effect on purchase decisions, and purchase intention mediated the effect of promotion on purchase decisions. K

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Journal Info

Abbrev

sajmr

Publisher

Subject

Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

SAJMR: Southeast Asian Journal of Management and Research is an academic journal that focuses on the field of Management Science and research in the Southeast Asian region. This journal aims to be an important platform for academics, researchers, practitioners, and professionals in the field of ...