In today's society, 19 major phenomena are quietly emerging, how many have you experienced?
15. Consumption – Tend to be cautious
Once upon a time, shopping festivals, Black Friday, and Double 11 were as lively as festivals. But these days, consumers' wallets seem to be tightened, and shopping decisions are more cautious. Is it because of the economic pressure, or has the concept of consumption changed? Perhaps, both.
14. Environmental protection – a difficult task
Blue sky and white clouds, clear water and green banks are everyone's yearning. But in the face of environmental pollution in the process of industrialization, environmental protection is no longer a simple slogan, but a heavy responsibility. The road to pollution control and ecological restoration is long and difficult.
13. Pension – Heavy burden
With the advent of an aging society, pension has become a heavy burden for every family. With the shortage of beds in nursing homes and the uneven quality of home-based elderly care services, how to age gracefully has become a new social issue.
12. Medical care – expensive
It is difficult and expensive to see a doctor, which is a pain in the hearts of many people. The uneven distribution of medical resources and the high cost of medical care have discouraged many people in the face of diseases.
11. Education – High cost
From kindergarten to college, every step of education comes with high costs. School district housing, cram schools, overseas study tours, parents do not hesitate to invest heavily for the future of their children. But has the nature of education been distorted in such competition?
10. Examination - strong competition
The popularity of the civil service examination reflects the society's desire for a stable career. But behind it, it also reveals the uncertainty of the job market and the confusion of young people about the future.
9. Graduate School Entrance Examination – Large number of students
Undergraduate is no longer the end, graduate school has become a new starting point. Is the continuous growth of the graduate school entrance examination army a manifestation of the pursuit of knowledge, but also an escape from the pressure of employment?
8. Employment – stressful
Graduation is unemployment, and it's no longer a joke. The economic structure is adjusted, traditional industries are declining, emerging industries are not yet mature, the job market is changing, and the employment pressure of young people is huge.
7. E-commerce – fierce competition
From Taobao to JD.com, from Pinduoduo to live streaming, e-commerce is surging. Price wars, traffic wars, and fierce competition make every e-commerce practitioner feel the difficulty of survival.
6. Entities – Difficult to operate
Rents are rising, foot traffic is decreasing, and winter seems to be coming for brick-and-mortar stores. What was once a bustling mall is now full of doors. Who will win the battle between physical and e-commerce?
5. Travel – Falling in popularity
The impact of the epidemic has hit the tourism industry hard. But the deeper reason may be the change of people's concept of travel and the increase in life pressure. Travel, which is just about to go, is becoming more and more luxurious.
4. Automobiles – Consumption less
Once upon a time, owning a private car was a status symbol. But now, urban traffic congestion, parking difficulties, and the impact of new energy vehicles are no longer so hot.
3. Houses – not easy to sell
Housing prices are high, regulatory policies are frequent, and the real estate market is gradually cooling down. The house, once a symbol of wealth, has now become a hot potato in the hands of many people.
2. Factories – Difficult to recruit
The younger generation is reluctant to enter the factory, labor costs are rising, and the traditional manufacturing industry is facing the dilemma of transformation and upgrading. Behind the difficulty of recruiting workers is the profound change in the industrial structure.
1. Shops – no one rents them
The vacancy rate of shops in the streets and alleys is getting higher and higher. The rise of online shopping has made offline retail difficult. The rise and fall of shops reflects the great changes in consumption habits and business models.
