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Korean media report that the gap between the top and bottom 20% of home prices has widened to nearly 300 times, with one outlet citing a 290-fold difference. The Korea Economic Daily notes that while income inequality has narrowed, asset polarization has deepened, with the housing wealth gap reaching 290 times. This comes amid broader economic pressures, including a record high share of irregular workers at 38.5% in August and rising oil prices, which may further strain household finances.