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A growing "loneliness industry" has emerged in China to try to fill the companionship and support gaps in people's lives. There is still a shortage of solid dat…
A growing "loneliness industry" has emerged in China to try to fill the companionship and support gaps in people's lives.
There is still a shortage of solid data on the size of this sector – which operators say has exploded in recent years – but securities company Sinolink valued it at around $7.4 billion in 2025. And this is only expected to grow given the trajectory of modern lifestyles.
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@@berlinexpatImported3wk ago
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bz7Z8jgc7Q&t=164">02:44</a> he gave 🤙🏻 sign for help😂😂
@@xfoolsgoldxImported3wk ago
They are not as miserable as people in the UK.<br>Maybe the BBC should look at its own country. China is making huge strides and is becoming the new superpower, whereas Europe and the US are on the edge of collapse.
@@guddsitizen4024Imported3wk ago
I watch it for free. Less medical expensive
@@Paul-v8w3sImported3wk ago
This is not unique to China. This is unfortunately happening in a lot of places. Technology has made our lives miserable rather than meaningful.
@@sutatsImported3wk ago
Invest in batteries and pet food.
@@timothyshiu2263Imported3wk ago
Try San Francisco Bay Area.
@@stark-tonnyImported3wk ago
a negative thing is being singing by BBC through a positive way.
A growing "loneliness industry" has emerged in China to try to fill the companionship and support gaps in people's lives.
There is still a shortage of solid data on the size of this sector – which operators say has exploded in recent years – but securities company Sinolink valued it at around $7.4 billion in 2025. And this is only expected to grow given the trajectory of modern lifestyles.
Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews
For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news
#China #BBCNews
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