Dimension

Method name

Calculation expression

Scope of application

Based on asset perspective

The Interbrand method

Brand value = future earnings of brand × brand strength

Be used in any product category or brand, especially in such market behaviors as brand acquisitions, mergers or leasing [20] . However, when the range of product’s brand radiation is narrow, it does not work.

The Financial World method

Brand value = brand net profit × brand strength

Be used in any product category or brand, especially in such market behaviors as brand acquisitions, mergers or leasing [20] . However, when the range of product’s brand radiation is narrow, it does not work.

Based on customer perspective

The premium method

Brand value = the premium× sales/average profit margin

More suitable for products that the customer is relatively familiar with.

The loyalty factor method

Brand value = theoretical target customer base × loyalty factor × cycle purchases × (unit product price − unit unbranded product price) × numbers of cycle within the time limit

For products frequently purchased, but not for consumer durables with a long period to repeat shopping [15] .

Based on a comprehensive perspective

The ten elements model of brand equity

Brand value = (price advantage + satisfaction/ loyalty) + (perceived quality + leading brand/ popularity) + (perceived value + brand personality + organization association) + brand awareness + (market prices and distribution channels + market share)

Not only for researches of continuity, but also for customised research; for a specific industry, appropriate adjustments are made for indicators to better adapt to the characteristics of the industry [20] .

The CBBE model

Brand value = brand significance + (brand performance + brand image) + (brand evaluation + brand feeling) + brand resonance

More suitable for products that the customer is relatively familiar with.