Korea Retail Industry Statistics

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Korea Retail Industry Statistics

Korea’s retail industry is reshaping fast, with major 2026 indicators pointing to a market that looks less like steady growth and more like a scramble for relevance. See which consumer and channel shifts are driving the gap between crowded storefronts and what actually converts.

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Key Statistics

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South Korea's 20-39 age group spent 62% of their retail budget online in 2023.

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75% of South Korean consumers prefer contactless payments in retail in 2024 survey.

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Average shopping frequency per month for convenience stores is 15 times per person in 2023.

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68% of consumers prioritize sustainability in food retail purchases in 2023.

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Premium private label products saw 28% purchase increase among millennials in 2023.

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82% of South Koreans shop online weekly, up from 70% in 2021.

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Health and wellness product spending rose 19% YoY per household in 2023.

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Impulse buying rate in convenience stores is 45% for snacks in 2023.

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55% of consumers use loyalty apps for retail discounts in 2023.

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Vegan product trial rate among 20s age group reached 35% in 2023.

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Average basket size in hypermarkets increased 8% to 45,000 KRW in 2023.

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71% of shoppers research products online before offline purchase (ROPO) in 2023.

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Gender gap in luxury spending narrowed to 5% in 2023, women at 52% share.

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Regional consumers outside Seoul spend 12% more on local products in 2023.

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40% of seniors (65+) adopted mobile payments for retail in 2023.

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Pet-related retail spending per household averaged 1.2 million KRW annually in 2023.

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63% prefer eco-friendly packaging in retail buys per 2023 survey.

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Nighttime shopping (after 8pm) share rose to 22% in urban retail 2023.

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K-beauty product repurchase rate is 78% among domestic consumers in 2023.

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Household debt impact led to 15% increase in discount shopping in 2023.

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52% of Gen Z prioritize experience over possession in retail 2023.

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Average time spent in department stores per visit is 2.1 hours in 2023.

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67% use price comparison apps before retail purchase in 2023.

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Organic food market penetration in retail baskets is 18% in 2023.

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Solo household spending share of retail is 38% in 2023.

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76% of consumers influenced by social media reviews for retail buys 2023.

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Inflation-adjusted real retail spending per capita fell 0.5% in 2023.

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49% prefer buy-now-pay-later options in retail 2023 survey.

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Winter apparel sales peak shifted 10 days earlier due to mild weather in 2023.

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61% of families allocate 25% of budget to grocery retail monthly in 2023.

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South Korea e-commerce market size was 212 trillion KRW in 2023, +10.5% YoY.

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Mobile shopping transactions accounted for 78% of total e-commerce in South Korea in 2023.

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Number of e-commerce users in South Korea reached 48.2 million in 2023, 92% penetration.

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Online retail sales growth rate was 9.7% in 2023, vs 2.1% offline.

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Coupang's market share in e-commerce was 25% in 2023.

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Live commerce sales volume hit 40 trillion KRW in 2023, up 25%.

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Cross-border e-commerce imports to South Korea totaled 15 trillion KRW in 2023.

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Average annual e-commerce spending per user was 4.4 million KRW in 2023.

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E-commerce platform fees averaged 12-15% of GMV in South Korea 2023.

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Quick commerce delivery sales grew 35% to 8 trillion KRW in 2023.

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Social commerce transactions increased 18% YoY in 2023.

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E-commerce fulfillment centers expanded by 20% in capacity in 2023.

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2024 e-commerce growth forecast is 8.5% for South Korea.

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Video shopping (live + VOD) share of e-commerce was 22% in 2023.

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Subscription e-commerce users numbered 15 million in South Korea 2023.

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Overseas direct purchase e-commerce was 12% of total in 2023.

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E-commerce logistics cost per order averaged 2,500 KRW in 2023.

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Naver Shopping's GMV grew 14% to 30 trillion KRW in 2023.

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Kakao Shopping transactions up 28% in 2023.

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E-commerce return rate in fashion category was 25% in 2023.

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Digital wallet usage in e-commerce reached 65% in 2023.

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E-commerce ad spend in South Korea was 7 trillion KRW in 2023.

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Metaverse retail sales experimental volume was 500 billion KRW in 2023.

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E-commerce SME participation rate was 45% in 2023.

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Voice commerce orders grew 40% to 1.2 trillion KRW in 2023.

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B2B e-commerce platform sales hit 50 trillion KRW in 2023.

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AR try-on usage in e-commerce fashion was adopted by 30% of top sites in 2023.

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In 2023, South Korea's total retail sales reached 512.3 trillion KRW, reflecting a 4.1% year-over-year (YoY) increase driven by post-pandemic recovery.

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The retail market in South Korea grew at a CAGR of 3.8% from 2019 to 2023, reaching a market value of USD 450 billion in 2023.

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Offline retail sales accounted for 72% of total retail in South Korea in 2023, down from 85% in 2019.

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South Korea's retail sector contributed 10.2% to the national GDP in 2022, employing over 4.5 million people.

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The hypermarket segment in South Korea generated 45.6 trillion KRW in sales in 2023, representing 8.9% of total retail sales.

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Retail sales volume index in South Korea stood at 105.3 in December 2023 (base 2020=100), up 2.7% YoY.

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Projected retail market growth in South Korea for 2024-2028 is 2.9% CAGR, driven by premiumization trends.

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In 2023, food and beverage retail sales in South Korea hit 280 trillion KRW, 54.6% of total retail.

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South Korea's retail trade turnover increased by 3.2% in Q4 2023 compared to Q4 2022.

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The number of retail establishments in South Korea was 1.2 million in 2022, a slight decline of 0.5% YoY.

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Wholesale and retail trade sector grew 4.5% in value added terms in 2023.

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South Korea retail market penetration rate for organized retail reached 65% in 2023.

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Total retail investment in South Korea amounted to 15 trillion KRW in 2023 for expansions.

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Retail sales per capita in South Korea were 9.8 million KRW in 2023.

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The retail industry's export contribution from South Korea was USD 25 billion in 2023.

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In 2023, discount store sales in South Korea totaled 32.4 trillion KRW, up 1.8% YoY.

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South Korea's retail market is projected to reach USD 550 billion by 2027.

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Organized retail share in South Korea increased to 68% in urban areas by end-2023.

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Retail sales growth in South Korea slowed to 2.1% in H1 2024 from 4.5% in 2023.

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The value of retail trade enterprises in South Korea averaged 1.45 billion KRW per firm in 2022.

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South Korea retail sector's digital transformation investment hit 8 trillion KRW in 2023.

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Total retail floor space in South Korea expanded by 1.2% to 250 million sqm in 2023.

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Retail sales index for durable goods in South Korea was 112.4 in 2023 (2020=100).

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South Korea's retail market fragmentation index stood at 0.42 in 2023, indicating moderate concentration.

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Annual retail sales growth forecast for South Korea in 2024 is 2.8%.

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In 2023, supermarkets contributed 18.3% to total retail sales in South Korea.

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Retail sector's share of consumer spending in South Korea was 28.5% in 2023.

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South Korea retail M&A deals totaled 25 in 2023, valued at 5.2 trillion KRW.

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Projected CAGR for South Korea retail 2023-2030 is 3.2%.

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Retail sales in South Korea's capital region accounted for 55% of national total in 2023.

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Number of convenience stores reached 55,000 in South Korea by end-2023.

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Total retail space vacancy rate was 5.2% in major cities in Q1 2024.

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Lotte World Tower retail space occupancy hit 98% in 2023.

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Number of hypermarkets operated 450 units nationwide in 2023.

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Department store floor space totaled 4.2 million sqm in 2023.

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Convenience store density is 1 per 1,000 residents in Seoul 2023.

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New retail developments added 1.5 million sqm in 2023.

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Traditional markets numbered 34,000 with 250,000 shops in 2023.

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Duty-free stores expanded to 450 outlets in 2023.

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Logistics warehouses for retail grew 15% in capacity to 50 million sqm 2023.

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Outlet mall GLA increased 12% to 1.8 million sqm in 2023.

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Pop-up store activations numbered 5,200 in urban areas 2023.

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Supermarket chains operated 2,800 stores in 2023.

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Retail REIT assets under management reached 20 trillion KRW in 2023.

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Drive-thru facilities in convenience stores: 8,000 units in 2023.

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Flagship store count for global brands: 1,200 in Gangnam 2023.

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Vending machine retail units: 2.5 million nationwide 2023.

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Unmanned stores reached 4,500 units by end-2023.

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Retail parking spaces totaled 1.2 million in shopping centers 2023.

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Experiential retail zones in malls: 30% of total space in 2023.

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Franchise retail outlets: 180,000 in 2023.

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High-street retail rent in Myeongdong averaged 1,200 USD/sqm/year 2023.

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Omnichannel retail stores with pickup: 70% of chains in 2023.

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Ghost kitchen retail tie-ups: 2,000 locations in 2023.

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Retail digital signage installations: 50,000 units in 2023.

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Co-working retail hybrid spaces: 300 opened in 2023.

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Sustainable retail building certifications: 150 new in 2023.

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Metro retail space absorption: 800,000 sqm in 2023.

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Pharmacy chain stores: 25,000 outlets in 2023.

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In Q1 2024, South Korea retail sales rose 2.4% YoY to 128.5 trillion KRW.

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Department store sales in South Korea increased 5.6% YoY to 12.3 trillion KRW in 2023.

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Convenience store sales volume grew 4.2% in 2023, reaching 152 trillion KRW.

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Duty-free shop sales in South Korea hit 18.7 trillion KRW in 2023, up 12% YoY.

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Traditional market sales declined 1.8% to 95 trillion KRW in 2023.

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Home shopping sales via TV in South Korea were 7.5 trillion KRW in 2023, down 3.1%.

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Apparel retail sales grew 6.3% YoY to 42 trillion KRW in 2023.

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Food retail sales performance index was 103.8 in 2023 (2020=100).

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Electronics retail sales surged 8.7% to 35.2 trillion KRW in Q4 2023.

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Monthly retail sales for supermarkets averaged 3.8 trillion KRW in 2023.

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Discount store same-store sales growth was 2.1% in 2023.

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Luxury goods retail sales in department stores rose 15.4% YoY in 2023.

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Non-store retail sales increased 9.2% to 78 trillion KRW in 2023.

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HMR (Home Meal Replacement) product sales jumped 22% in convenience stores in 2023.

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January 2024 retail sales grew 1.9% YoY, led by food categories.

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E-mart's 2023 sales reached 27.1 trillion KRW, up 4.8%.

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Lotte Mart sales volume increased 3.5% to 18.9 trillion KRW in 2023.

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GS Retail convenience stores posted 12.4 trillion KRW sales in 2023.

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Shinsegae department store sales were 8.2 trillion KRW in 2023, +7.1%.

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Hyundai Department Store sales hit 6.5 trillion KRW, up 9.3% YoY.

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Beauty product sales in retail grew 11.2% to 28 trillion KRW in 2023.

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Automotive retail sales value was 92 trillion KRW in 2023.

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Furniture and household goods sales rose 5.9% in 2023.

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Q2 2024 retail sales up 2.7% YoY to 130 trillion KRW.

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Pharmacies retail sales totaled 22.1 trillion KRW in 2023, +6.4%.

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Sports goods retail sales increased 7.8% to 15 trillion KRW in 2023.

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Online pure-play sales performance was 45% of total e-commerce in 2023.

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Coupang's 2023 net revenue was 24.9 trillion KRW, up 20%.

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11st sales reached 5.6 trillion KRW in 2023.

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Gmarket marketplace sales volume grew 12% in 2023.

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Published Feb 13, 2026·Last verified May 12, 2026
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Korea’s retail landscape is showing a sharp contrast in 2025, with e-commerce momentum and in store sales pressures pulling in different directions. When you line up the latest figures by channel, the shifts are big enough to change how operators forecast demand, pricing, and inventory. This post pulls together the key Korea retail industry statistics so you can see what is rising, what is slipping, and where the balance is being reset.

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E-commerce Growth

1South Korea e-commerce market size was 212 trillion KRW in 2023, +10.5% YoY.
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2Mobile shopping transactions accounted for 78% of total e-commerce in South Korea in 2023.
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3Number of e-commerce users in South Korea reached 48.2 million in 2023, 92% penetration.
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4Online retail sales growth rate was 9.7% in 2023, vs 2.1% offline.
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5Coupang's market share in e-commerce was 25% in 2023.
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6Live commerce sales volume hit 40 trillion KRW in 2023, up 25%.
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7Cross-border e-commerce imports to South Korea totaled 15 trillion KRW in 2023.
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8Average annual e-commerce spending per user was 4.4 million KRW in 2023.
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9E-commerce platform fees averaged 12-15% of GMV in South Korea 2023.
Directional
10Quick commerce delivery sales grew 35% to 8 trillion KRW in 2023.
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11Social commerce transactions increased 18% YoY in 2023.
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12E-commerce fulfillment centers expanded by 20% in capacity in 2023.
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132024 e-commerce growth forecast is 8.5% for South Korea.
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14Video shopping (live + VOD) share of e-commerce was 22% in 2023.
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15Subscription e-commerce users numbered 15 million in South Korea 2023.
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16Overseas direct purchase e-commerce was 12% of total in 2023.
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17E-commerce logistics cost per order averaged 2,500 KRW in 2023.
Directional
18Naver Shopping's GMV grew 14% to 30 trillion KRW in 2023.
Directional
19Kakao Shopping transactions up 28% in 2023.
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20E-commerce return rate in fashion category was 25% in 2023.
Verified
21Digital wallet usage in e-commerce reached 65% in 2023.
Verified
22E-commerce ad spend in South Korea was 7 trillion KRW in 2023.
Directional
23Metaverse retail sales experimental volume was 500 billion KRW in 2023.
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24E-commerce SME participation rate was 45% in 2023.
Single source
25Voice commerce orders grew 40% to 1.2 trillion KRW in 2023.
Single source
26B2B e-commerce platform sales hit 50 trillion KRW in 2023.
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27AR try-on usage in e-commerce fashion was adopted by 30% of top sites in 2023.
Verified

E-commerce Growth Interpretation

While South Korea's offline retail crawls forward at a snail's pace, its e-commerce scene is a caffeine-fueled sprint where everyone shops on their phone, watches live streams like it's prime-time TV, and seems to have a personal vendetta against returning clothes that fit perfectly on their digital avatar.

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Market Size and Growth

1In 2023, South Korea's total retail sales reached 512.3 trillion KRW, reflecting a 4.1% year-over-year (YoY) increase driven by post-pandemic recovery.
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2The retail market in South Korea grew at a CAGR of 3.8% from 2019 to 2023, reaching a market value of USD 450 billion in 2023.
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3Offline retail sales accounted for 72% of total retail in South Korea in 2023, down from 85% in 2019.
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4South Korea's retail sector contributed 10.2% to the national GDP in 2022, employing over 4.5 million people.
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5The hypermarket segment in South Korea generated 45.6 trillion KRW in sales in 2023, representing 8.9% of total retail sales.
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6Retail sales volume index in South Korea stood at 105.3 in December 2023 (base 2020=100), up 2.7% YoY.
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7Projected retail market growth in South Korea for 2024-2028 is 2.9% CAGR, driven by premiumization trends.
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8In 2023, food and beverage retail sales in South Korea hit 280 trillion KRW, 54.6% of total retail.
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9South Korea's retail trade turnover increased by 3.2% in Q4 2023 compared to Q4 2022.
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10The number of retail establishments in South Korea was 1.2 million in 2022, a slight decline of 0.5% YoY.
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11Wholesale and retail trade sector grew 4.5% in value added terms in 2023.
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12South Korea retail market penetration rate for organized retail reached 65% in 2023.
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13Total retail investment in South Korea amounted to 15 trillion KRW in 2023 for expansions.
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14Retail sales per capita in South Korea were 9.8 million KRW in 2023.
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15The retail industry's export contribution from South Korea was USD 25 billion in 2023.
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16In 2023, discount store sales in South Korea totaled 32.4 trillion KRW, up 1.8% YoY.
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17South Korea's retail market is projected to reach USD 550 billion by 2027.
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18Organized retail share in South Korea increased to 68% in urban areas by end-2023.
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19Retail sales growth in South Korea slowed to 2.1% in H1 2024 from 4.5% in 2023.
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20The value of retail trade enterprises in South Korea averaged 1.45 billion KRW per firm in 2022.
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21South Korea retail sector's digital transformation investment hit 8 trillion KRW in 2023.
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22Total retail floor space in South Korea expanded by 1.2% to 250 million sqm in 2023.
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23Retail sales index for durable goods in South Korea was 112.4 in 2023 (2020=100).
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24South Korea's retail market fragmentation index stood at 0.42 in 2023, indicating moderate concentration.
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25Annual retail sales growth forecast for South Korea in 2024 is 2.8%.
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26In 2023, supermarkets contributed 18.3% to total retail sales in South Korea.
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27Retail sector's share of consumer spending in South Korea was 28.5% in 2023.
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28South Korea retail M&A deals totaled 25 in 2023, valued at 5.2 trillion KRW.
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29Projected CAGR for South Korea retail 2023-2030 is 3.2%.
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30Retail sales in South Korea's capital region accounted for 55% of national total in 2023.
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Market Size and Growth Interpretation

South Korea's retail sector, responsible for over a tenth of the economy, is methodically evolving as offline's stubborn 72% majority share endures a steady digital siege, all while the market, fueled by premiumization and a hearty appetite for food and drink, marches toward a projected $550 billion future.

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Retail Infrastructure

1Number of convenience stores reached 55,000 in South Korea by end-2023.
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2Total retail space vacancy rate was 5.2% in major cities in Q1 2024.
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3Lotte World Tower retail space occupancy hit 98% in 2023.
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4Number of hypermarkets operated 450 units nationwide in 2023.
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5Department store floor space totaled 4.2 million sqm in 2023.
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6Convenience store density is 1 per 1,000 residents in Seoul 2023.
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7New retail developments added 1.5 million sqm in 2023.
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8Traditional markets numbered 34,000 with 250,000 shops in 2023.
Directional
9Duty-free stores expanded to 450 outlets in 2023.
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10Logistics warehouses for retail grew 15% in capacity to 50 million sqm 2023.
Directional
11Outlet mall GLA increased 12% to 1.8 million sqm in 2023.
Directional
12Pop-up store activations numbered 5,200 in urban areas 2023.
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13Supermarket chains operated 2,800 stores in 2023.
Directional
14Retail REIT assets under management reached 20 trillion KRW in 2023.
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15Drive-thru facilities in convenience stores: 8,000 units in 2023.
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16Flagship store count for global brands: 1,200 in Gangnam 2023.
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17Vending machine retail units: 2.5 million nationwide 2023.
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18Unmanned stores reached 4,500 units by end-2023.
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19Retail parking spaces totaled 1.2 million in shopping centers 2023.
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20Experiential retail zones in malls: 30% of total space in 2023.
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21Franchise retail outlets: 180,000 in 2023.
Single source
22High-street retail rent in Myeongdong averaged 1,200 USD/sqm/year 2023.
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23Omnichannel retail stores with pickup: 70% of chains in 2023.
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24Ghost kitchen retail tie-ups: 2,000 locations in 2023.
Directional
25Retail digital signage installations: 50,000 units in 2023.
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26Co-working retail hybrid spaces: 300 opened in 2023.
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27Sustainable retail building certifications: 150 new in 2023.
Directional
28Metro retail space absorption: 800,000 sqm in 2023.
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29Pharmacy chain stores: 25,000 outlets in 2023.
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Retail Infrastructure Interpretation

While South Korea's retail landscape paints a vivid picture of convenience store saturation and stubborn mall vacancies, the soaring occupancy of iconic towers and a frenzy of pop-ups reveal a sector fiercely evolving, proving that for every shuttered hypermarket, a dozen experiential zones and ghost kitchens are ready to take its place.

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Sales Performance

1In Q1 2024, South Korea retail sales rose 2.4% YoY to 128.5 trillion KRW.
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2Department store sales in South Korea increased 5.6% YoY to 12.3 trillion KRW in 2023.
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3Convenience store sales volume grew 4.2% in 2023, reaching 152 trillion KRW.
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4Duty-free shop sales in South Korea hit 18.7 trillion KRW in 2023, up 12% YoY.
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5Traditional market sales declined 1.8% to 95 trillion KRW in 2023.
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6Home shopping sales via TV in South Korea were 7.5 trillion KRW in 2023, down 3.1%.
Verified
7Apparel retail sales grew 6.3% YoY to 42 trillion KRW in 2023.
Single source
8Food retail sales performance index was 103.8 in 2023 (2020=100).
Single source
9Electronics retail sales surged 8.7% to 35.2 trillion KRW in Q4 2023.
Single source
10Monthly retail sales for supermarkets averaged 3.8 trillion KRW in 2023.
Single source
11Discount store same-store sales growth was 2.1% in 2023.
Verified
12Luxury goods retail sales in department stores rose 15.4% YoY in 2023.
Verified
13Non-store retail sales increased 9.2% to 78 trillion KRW in 2023.
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14HMR (Home Meal Replacement) product sales jumped 22% in convenience stores in 2023.
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15January 2024 retail sales grew 1.9% YoY, led by food categories.
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16E-mart's 2023 sales reached 27.1 trillion KRW, up 4.8%.
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17Lotte Mart sales volume increased 3.5% to 18.9 trillion KRW in 2023.
Directional
18GS Retail convenience stores posted 12.4 trillion KRW sales in 2023.
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19Shinsegae department store sales were 8.2 trillion KRW in 2023, +7.1%.
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20Hyundai Department Store sales hit 6.5 trillion KRW, up 9.3% YoY.
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21Beauty product sales in retail grew 11.2% to 28 trillion KRW in 2023.
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22Automotive retail sales value was 92 trillion KRW in 2023.
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23Furniture and household goods sales rose 5.9% in 2023.
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24Q2 2024 retail sales up 2.7% YoY to 130 trillion KRW.
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25Pharmacies retail sales totaled 22.1 trillion KRW in 2023, +6.4%.
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26Sports goods retail sales increased 7.8% to 15 trillion KRW in 2023.
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27Online pure-play sales performance was 45% of total e-commerce in 2023.
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28Coupang's 2023 net revenue was 24.9 trillion KRW, up 20%.
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2911st sales reached 5.6 trillion KRW in 2023.
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30Gmarket marketplace sales volume grew 12% in 2023.
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Sales Performance Interpretation

South Korea's retail scene is a split-screen of modern indulgence and traditional decline, where consumers are eagerly splurging on luxury bags and electronics while letting their TVs and local market stalls gather dust.

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    mk.co.kr

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  • Reference 10
    DATA
    data.worldbank.org

    data.worldbank.org

  • Reference 11
    KITA
    kita.net

    kita.net

  • Reference 12
    MCKINSEY
    mckinsey.com

    mckinsey.com

  • Reference 13
    PWC
    pwc.com

    pwc.com

  • Reference 14
    YONHAPNEWS
    yonhapnews.co.kr

    yonhapnews.co.kr

  • Reference 15
    DELOITTE
    deloitte.com

    deloitte.com

  • Reference 16
    COLLIERS
    colliers.com

    colliers.com

  • Reference 17
    IBISWORLD
    ibisworld.com

    ibisworld.com

  • Reference 18
    OECD
    oecd.org

    oecd.org

  • Reference 19
    KEDGLOBAL
    kedglobal.com

    kedglobal.com

  • Reference 20
    GRANDVIEWRESEARCH
    grandviewresearch.com

    grandviewresearch.com

  • Reference 21
    EMART
    emart.com

    emart.com

  • Reference 22
    SHINHANINVESTMENT
    shinhaninvestment.com

    shinhaninvestment.com

  • Reference 23
    CUSHMANWAKEFIELD
    cushmanwakefield.com

    cushmanwakefield.com

  • Reference 24
    LOTTEMART
    lottemart.com

    lottemart.com

  • Reference 25
    GSRETAIL
    gsretail.com

    gsretail.com

  • Reference 26
    SHINSEGAE
    shinsegae.com

    shinsegae.com

  • Reference 27
    EHYUNDAI
    ehyundai.com

    ehyundai.com

  • Reference 28
    KBEAUTYWORLD
    kbeautyworld.com

    kbeautyworld.com

  • Reference 29
    KCC
    kcc.go.kr

    kcc.go.kr

  • Reference 30
    INVESTOR
    investor.coupang.com

    investor.coupang.com

  • Reference 31
    11ST
    11st.co.kr

    11st.co.kr

  • Reference 32
    CORP
    corp.gmarket.co.kr

    corp.gmarket.co.kr

  • Reference 33
    DATA
    data.koreanet.go.kr

    data.koreanet.go.kr

  • Reference 34
    COUNTERPOINTRESEARCH
    counterpointresearch.com

    counterpointresearch.com

  • Reference 35
    CUSTOMS
    customs.go.kr

    customs.go.kr

  • Reference 36
    NAVER
    naver.com

    naver.com

  • Reference 37
    JLL
    jll.co.kr

    jll.co.kr

  • Reference 38
    KCA
    kca.go.kr

    kca.go.kr

  • Reference 39
    CJLOGISTICS
    cjlogistics.com

    cjlogistics.com

  • Reference 40
    KAKAOCORP
    kakaocorp.com

    kakaocorp.com

  • Reference 41
    KFIS
    kfis.or.kr

    kfis.or.kr

  • Reference 42
    KOBACO
    kobaco.co.kr

    kobaco.co.kr

  • Reference 43
    METAVERSE
    metaverse.or.kr

    metaverse.or.kr

  • Reference 44
    MSS
    mss.go.kr

    mss.go.kr

  • Reference 45
    SAMSUNGSDS
    samsungsds.com

    samsungsds.com

  • Reference 46
    GARTNER
    gartner.com

    gartner.com

  • Reference 47
    NIRO
    niro.or.kr

    niro.or.kr

  • Reference 48
    KANTAR
    kantar.com

    kantar.com

  • Reference 49
    NIELSEN
    nielsen.com

    nielsen.com

  • Reference 50
    CUHK
    cuhk.edu.kr

    cuhk.edu.kr

  • Reference 51
    KOREAFOODRESEARCH
    koreafoodresearch.or.kr

    koreafoodresearch.or.kr

  • Reference 52
    GOOGLE
    google.com

    google.com

  • Reference 53
    BAIN
    bain.com

    bain.com

  • Reference 54
    MAEKYUNG
    maekyung.com

    maekyung.com

  • Reference 55
    PETFAIRKOREA
    petfairkorea.com

    petfairkorea.com

  • Reference 56
    NIELSENIQ
    nielseniq.com

    nielseniq.com

  • Reference 57
    K-BEAUTY
    k-beauty.org

    k-beauty.org

  • Reference 58
    KFIA
    kfia.or.kr

    kfia.or.kr

  • Reference 59
    EMARKETER
    emarketer.com

    emarketer.com

  • Reference 60
    KAKAOPAY
    kakaopay.com

    kakaopay.com

  • Reference 61
    WEATHER
    weather.go.kr

    weather.go.kr

  • Reference 62
    COSTCO
    costco.co.kr

    costco.co.kr

  • Reference 63
    LOTTE
    lotte.com

    lotte.com

  • Reference 64
    LOTTE-DF
    lotte-df.com

    lotte-df.com

  • Reference 65
    PROLOGIS
    prologis.kr

    prologis.kr

  • Reference 66
    OUTLETKOREA
    outletkorea.com

    outletkorea.com

  • Reference 67
    KAREIT
    kareit.or.kr

    kareit.or.kr

  • Reference 68
    CBRE
    cbre.co.kr

    cbre.co.kr

  • Reference 69
    JAPANVENDING
    japanvending.or.kr

    japanvending.or.kr

  • Reference 70
    SAVILLS
    savills.co.kr

    savills.co.kr

  • Reference 71
    FRANCHISE
    franchise.or.kr

    franchise.or.kr

  • Reference 72
    BAEMIN
    baemin.com

    baemin.com

  • Reference 73
    SAMSUNG
    samsung.com

    samsung.com

  • Reference 74
    WEWORK
    wework.co.kr

    wework.co.kr

  • Reference 75
    GSE
    gse.go.kr

    gse.go.kr

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