A game theory approach of cross-border e-commerce enterprises from China considering brand promotion
Electronic Commerce Research, cilt.26, sa.4, ss.4245-4266, 2026 (SSCI, Scopus)
- Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
- Cilt numarası: 26 Sayı: 4
- Basım Tarihi: 2026
- Doi Numarası: 10.1007/s10660-025-10032-0
- Dergi Adı: Electronic Commerce Research
- Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI), Scopus, IBZ Online, ABI/INFORM, Business Source Elite, Business Source Premier, Compendex, INSPEC, zbMATH
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.4245-4266
- Anahtar Kelimeler: Channel selection, Cross-border e-commerce, Game theory, Independent website, Operation model
- Anadolu Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
This study applies game theory to examine strategies for cross-border e-commerce enterprises considering independent website deployment amidst platform restrictions. We constructed a model to analyze the impact of channel preferences, pricing, and commission rates on the decision to establish an independent online presence in China. Findings reveal that channel choice and sales costs significantly influence this decision, with platform commission rates dictating operational modes—lower rates favor traffic acquisition, while higher rates encourage brand building. Expansion through independent websites emerges as a superior strategy over platform reliance alone. The study offers clear recommendations, suggesting that platform providers should reduce commissions to incentivize independent channels, benefiting both parties. Limitations include model assumptions and the specificity of findings to the Chinese market, offering a balanced view of the research’s scope.