Daehong Planning Publishes Consumer Analysis Report for Ages 50-60... "WAVY is Rising"

[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Chunhan] Daehong Planning announced on the 11th that it has published the report "The Never-Before-Seen New Human, 5060 WAVY," which analyzes the characteristics and potential of consumers aged 50 to 60.

This report focuses on the 5060 WAVY generation as a market with new growth potential. The WAVY generation refers to those in their 50s and 60s who firmly establish the values (Value) they have pursued based on economic affluence (Wealth) and an active disposition (Active), while not losing their youthfulness (Youth) and leading new trends.

They were formerly known as the 386 generation, enjoying South Korea's economic boom and cultural golden age in their 20s and 30s, and leading the dot-com boom in the 2000s. Currently, they continue their careers as corporate executives or experts or enjoy life after retirement, and it is analyzed that they will lead new consumer markets based on their accumulated economic power.

The areas where WAVY consumes the most are health care (71%), gourmet restaurant exploration (55.5%), and gatherings with acquaintances (43.5%). In particular, 10.6% of the total responded that they had undergone expensive procedures or surgeries for management purposes rather than treatment within the past month, and 12% had dining experiences at high-end restaurants, indicating consumption aimed at improving quality of life rather than simple necessity. One in four stayed at a 5-star or higher hotel within the last month, and the most recommended consumption to acquaintances was hotel stay experience (20%).

Busan was suggested as the key region for WAVY marketing. Busan is the first among seven major cities nationwide to enter a super-aged society, and considering WAVY's high consumption influence, market-driving power, and the active entry of various brands, it is expected to be an optimal test bed.

A Daehong Planning official said, "As South Korea's population ages rapidly, WAVY could be a breakthrough as a new consumer market," adding, "We will continue to strive to discover new markets based on analytical know-how using big data and consumer data."

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