How “Emotional Value” Is Changing How People Spend In China | CNA Correspondent

Emotional value. It doesn't sound terribly exciting. But for many in China, it is so desirable that they are paying good money for it. What exactly is 'emotional value', though? How did it become such a sought-after commodity? To find out, Krystal Chia sets out from Shanghai - China’s financial heart - to trek up a sacred mountain and also make some off-beat friends. Follow her on this journey to uncover the connection between the quest for emotional value and the state of Chinese society. WATCH MORE CNA Correspondent: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkMf14VQEvTbOoBfXhyg67u0l-6pLZ5uU 00:00 Introduction 01:16 Finding emotional value on a sacred mountain 03:20 Why you need a companion climber 07:17 Is it mentally exhausting? 09:38 Craze for Crybabies 11:10 Why emotional value is revolutionary 15:16 Rise of AI companion toys 17:49 Why buy an AI companion? 19:00 Turning to AI toys Editor's note: The audio at 02:05 is unclear. We apologise for the technical issues. ================= About CNA Correspondent: They're your eyes and ears around the globe. CNA's network of correspondents shines a light on stories from their corners of the world, from groundbreaking events to up-and-coming trends. ================= #CNAInsider #CNACorrespondent #China #Popmart #EmotionalValue #AI For more, SUBSCRIBE to CNA INSIDER https://cna.asia/insideryoutubesub Follow CNA INSIDER on: Telegram: https://t.me/CNAInsiderSG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnainsider