In 2020, approximately 66.2 percent of newly established businesses in South Korea failed to continue operations after five years. This was highest among arts, sports and recreation-related services as well as accommodation and food services. The 5-year survival rate stood at 33.8 percent, which was notably lower than the OECD average of 45.4 percent.
5-year failure rate of new businesses in South Korea in 2020, by industry
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