Business
K-Beauty’s New Delivery Revolution: Inside Olive Young’s Urban Fulfillment Centers The Rise of Smart Urban Warehouses The country that gave the world “K-beauty” is not only a leading beauty producer but also a master of swift delivery, reaching customers within hours—sometimes within just one. At the center of this transformation is “Olive Young,” Korea’s largest … Read more
Global and Local Chains Heat Up Competition The Rise of the Korean Burger Market Korea’s craving for burgers is quickly turning what was once an occasional treat into a staple of the weekly diet. In fact, research shows the local burger market has grown from 2.1 trillion won in 2014 to an estimated 5 trillion … Read more
Rising Cost of Living and the Side Hustle Boom The trend of Koreans taking on side hustles is accelerating as the cost of living, particularly in large cities like Seoul, continues to rise. The average worker in Seoul finds it almost impossible to purchase a home with their main salary alone, even after years of … Read more
The Battle for Soup Base Supremacy South Korea’s beloved instant noodle, ramyeon, is at the center of a heated rivalry between two of its biggest giants. Recently, “Samyang Foods” and “Nongshim” have begun fiercely competing over the acquisition of key sauce suppliers, each aiming to gain the upper hand in the secret world of soup … Read more
A Record Year for Korean Beverage Exports South Korea’s beverage industry is making significant strides on the international stage. In the first half of 2025, the country’s beverage exports soared to a record $409.81 million, marking a 3.9% increase compared to the previous year and a remarkable 27% rise from 2021. Non-fruit and vegetable beverages … Read more