news Scmp World 2026-07-20

South Korea's Youth Embrace 'Extreme Budgeting' as a Viral Game

Young South Korean consumers are turning extreme budgeting into a popular online activity, seeking meals under 8,000 won using platforms like Geoji Map. This trend reflects a broader cultural use of 'beggar' humor for financial resilience.

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