South Korea Sees Sharpest Drop in Household Alcohol Spending in Seven Years
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Household spending on alcohol in South Korea experienced its most significant decline in seven years during the first quarter of 2026.
This downward trend is attributed to a shift in behavior among younger generations. These demographics are increasingly shunning heavy drinking in favor of adopting more health-conscious lifestyles.
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