Students invest policy loans in stocks, sparking debate

koreatimes.co.kr

Students are using low-interest policy loans to invest in stocks and cryptocurrencies, sparking debate. The Korea Student Aid Foundation offers loans up to 2 million won per semester at 1.7% interest, intended for living expenses but increasingly used for investments. This trend, fueled by low borrowing costs and easy market access, raises concerns about financial risk and the intended purpose of student loans.


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