情绪消费：为心情买单

Group 1 - The core consumer group of Generation Z, defined as those born after 1995, represents about 20% of China's total population but accounts for 40% of the country's total consumption power, highlighting their significant influence on the market [1] - The rise of emotional consumption among Generation Z indicates a shift from practical needs to emotional and social values in purchasing decisions, with a willingness to pay a premium for products that enhance personal expression and social recognition [1][2] - The emotional consumption market in China is projected to exceed 2 trillion yuan by 2025, with related industries such as trendy toys, cultural tourism, and pet care experiencing an annual compound growth rate of 12% [2] Group 2 - The financial sector faces both opportunities and challenges due to the emotional consumption trend, with financial institutions beginning to innovate products tailored to meet the funding needs of Generation Z's emotional purchases [3] - There is a risk of accumulating debt among Generation Z due to unstable income levels and the tendency to over-leverage for emotional consumption, which poses a challenge for financial institutions in accurately assessing risks associated with such spending behaviors [3][4] - Regulatory bodies are tasked with ensuring that financial institutions operate responsibly in the emotional consumption space, preventing excessive marketing that could lead to irrational borrowing among young consumers [4]