Is our country really in an economic recession right now?

The KOSPI "Boxpi" is over 2300
Exports are booming
Housing prices in the metropolitan area are hitting new highs
Department stores are packed
I know people aren't drinking as much and small business owners are struggling
But seeing interest rates rise, isn't the economy actually doing okay..
But seriously, what will happen to the self-employed..
It seems like traditional market districts are barely surviving thanks to the boost from Onnuri gift certificates..