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Making sense of the Global Market, Euromonitor International Ltd.

Yu Mitsuhashi

Making sense of the Global Market

Euromonitor International Ltd.

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Thematic (Sector/Industry)

South korea Textiles, apparel and luxury goods / Thematic (Sector/Industry)

<p>As one of the leading Asian consumer markets, South Korea provides ample opportunities for luxury goods companies across many categories. Stable economic growth, low income inequality, and the industrial hubs of Seoul and Gyeonggi-do have fuelled spending on luxury goods and high-end services. However, the population is ageing and youth unemployment is high. While the minimum wage has been raised, social welfare is still inadequate.</p>

As one of the leading Asian consumer markets, South Korea provides ample opportunities for luxury goods companies across many categories. Stable economic growth, low income inequality, and the industrial hubs of Seoul and Gyeonggi-do have fuelled spending on luxury goods and high-end services. However, the population is ageing and youth unemployment is high. While the minimum wage has been raised, social welfare is still inadequate.

South Korea Faces Luxury Aberrations and External Shocks