SK hynix
Coverage of SK hynix in the Nexus archive.
- An inside look at SK Hynix $720 billion AI-fueled buildout that's taking over South Korea
SK Hynix, a leading maker of high-bandwidth memory, plans to invest $720 billion into memory factories. This massive buildout is driven by strong demand originating from the AI sector.
- Global shares mostly rise after buying of AI-related shares and oil prices fall
Global shares were mostly higher on Thursday, driven by gains in AI-related stocks and falling oil prices, while the Japanese Nikkei 225 advanced significantly. South Korea's Kospi jumped following surges in electronics companies like Samsung Electronics. Despite overall growth in some markets, indices such as the FTSE 100, Shanghai Composite index, and S&P/ASX 200 declined.
- Shares are mostly higher in Asia, with Kospi up 4%, while oil prices gain
Asian shares were generally higher on Wednesday, with South Korea's Kospi gaining 4% and Tokyo's Nikkei 225 rising 0.6%. Commodity prices also advanced as doubts persist over when war activity will allow crude oil to flow freely again. High energy costs and inflationary concerns are keeping Wall Street focused on the release of monthly inflation data.
- SK Hynix, Samsung Extend Gains After Report Temasek to Invest
South Korean chipmakers SK Hynix and Samsung extended their gains following a local media report. The report indicated that Singapore's Temasek Holdings Pte plans to invest in the stocks of these companies.
- Oil prices hold steady after jumping 5%, while Asian shares are mixed
Global markets displayed mixed activity as oil prices held steady after surging 5% on Monday amid continued uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz reopening. Shares in Asia fluctuated, while key US indices saw slight dips despite strong profit reports for many S&P 500 companies. Investors are now focusing on the upcoming update regarding inflation expected in July.
- Oil prices hold steady after jumping 5%, while Asian shares are mixed
Oil prices held steady after surging 5% on Monday due to ongoing uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz. Shares in Asia were mixed; South Korea's Kospi gained while Hong Kong's Hang Seng lost value. The U.S. market saw some major indices slip, with analysts focusing attention on the upcoming update regarding July inflation data.
- World shares are mixed after Wall Street gains, while oil prices bounce higher
World shares displayed mixed performance across Europe and Asia, although Japan’s Nikkei 225 rose sharply, while major U.S. indices posted gains following weaker job market data. Oil prices increased, reaching $84.23 per barrel for Brent crude, due to continued uncertainty regarding the conflict in the Middle East after Israel rejected a deal for Gaza. Investors are currently focused on upcoming inflation updates, specifically the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
- Flash crash briefly fells SK Hynix while SocGen strategist says Korean shakeout is nearly done
SK Hynix stock initially dropped 30% in premarket trading in Seoul following a flash crash, but later recovered much of its lost value. Separately, a SocGen strategist suggested that the 'Korean shakeout' is nearing completion.
- I've worked in the US, Europe, and Korea. The biggest difference is how people approach innovation.
Myung-hee Na, a technology research leader at Intel Foundry, noted that while core device physics remains constant globally, the working culture differs significantly across locations. She contrasted the US approach, which emphasizes innovation and independent thinking, with Korea's focus on discipline and execution in the semiconductor industry.
- The SEC should ban the products behind South Korea’s recent market meltdown
South Korea's financial regulator approved leveraged single-stock ETFs for Samsung and SK Hynix, which saw local investors pour $9.4 billion into them. When tech stocks experienced a correction due to concerns about AI and competition, the leveraged products suffered severe losses—more than double the underlying stock declines. This phenomenon is due to volatility decay, which severely penalizes long-term investment in such volatile markets.
- Asian tech stocks drop with SK Hynix plunging 10% after Wall Street AI names fall
Asian tech stocks dropped, with SK Hynix plunging 10% after declines in Wall Street AI names. Despite this volatility, analysts remain optimistic regarding the overall outlook of the tech sector. J.P. Morgan stated that the recent tech sell-off has not derailed the ongoing AI investment cycle.
- Asian shares are mostly lower as Kospi falls 4% and tech giants decline on Wall Street
Asian shares were mostly lower, with South Korea’s Kospi dropping more than 4%, following declines for tech giants such as Alphabet and Microsoft. Oil prices remained stable near $79 a barrel amid uncertainty about the U.S. war with Iran. Wall Street indices fluctuated, with some big technology companies losing ground despite sharp gains in firms like The Walt Disney Co.
- Asian shares are mostly lower as Kospi falls 4% and tech giants decline on Wall Street
Asian shares experienced declines overall, led by South Korea's Kospi falling more than 4% and big tech stocks like SK Hynix losing significant ground. Market uncertainty persists due to the U.S. war with Iran, while investors await the monthly employment report for July. Meanwhile, oil prices fluctuated despite talks regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
- Asian shares are mostly lower as Kospi falls 4% and tech giants decline on Wall Street
Asian shares were mostly lower on Thursday, with South Korea’s Kospi dropping over 4% and major chipmakers like SK Hynix declining significantly. The volatility was linked to profit-taking and risk reduction ahead of the U.S. employment report; meanwhile, oil prices held steady near $79 a barrel amid uncertainty regarding conflicts in the Middle East.
- SK Hynix Hit by Another 30% Pre-Market Flash Crash on Nextrade
Chip giant SK Hynix Inc. was hit by another 30% pre-market flash crash on Nextrade. The company suffered its second short-lived share plunge in about a week, raising questions concerning trading volatility at South Korea’s alternative stock exchange.
- Major PC makers turn to China's CXMT amid memory shortage
Major PC manufacturers like Acer, Asus, and HP are using limited quantities of Chinese memory chips from CXMT due to a global memory shortage driven by AI data center demand. DRAM costs have tripled in 18 months, prompting some manufacturers to recycle outdated components, while concerns persist over supplier relationships and U.S. government designations linking CXMT to the Chinese military.
- Oil prices ease and Asian shares gain on hopes for Mideast deal, as companies report strong profits
Asian shares surged and oil prices fell as hopes for a Mideast deal and strong corporate earnings boosted markets. Tech stocks, particularly AI-related companies, led gains in Tokyo, Seoul, and Taiwan, while benchmarks in Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Australia also rose.
- Oil prices ease and Asian shares gain on hopes for Mideast deal, as companies report strong profits
Asian stock markets surged and oil prices fell due to hopes for a Middle East deal and strong corporate earnings. Tech and semiconductor stocks led gains in Tokyo, Seoul, and Taiwan, while Brent crude dropped on progress toward reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
- Oil prices ease and Asian shares gain on hopes for Mideast deal, as companies report strong profits
Asian shares surged and oil prices fell due to hopes for a Middle East deal and strong corporate earnings. Tech and semiconductor stocks, including Kioxia, Advantest, SK Hynix, Samsung, and TSMC, led market gains as investors anticipated progress in reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
- SK Hynix Climbs as Investors Bet on Shareholder Return Plan
Shares of SK Hynix Inc. advanced due to an overnight rally in US chipmakers and speculation about potential buybacks and a broader shareholder return plan. The stock climbed as investors anticipated details of the company's shareholder return strategy.
- Young South Korean investors are finding company in collective misery by sharing their losses on social media
Young South Korean investors are using humor, such as memes and social media posts, to cope with significant losses in the KOSPI stock market, which has declined by a third since June. They share self-deprecating content on platforms like TikTok and Instagram to collectively process the financial impact.
- Crushed by Kospi rout, angry Koreans rip Lee and vow not to buy
South Korea's Kospi market suffered a 22% monthly loss in July, leading retail investors to blame government policies and leveraged ETFs for amplified volatility. Retail traders sold record shares despite a rebound, with many vowing to avoid the market, citing frustration over risks and perceived manipulation.
- The power couple of AI is getting married in Carmel, days after groom Leopold Aschenbrenner’s hedge fund nearly blew up
Leopold Aschenbrenner, founder of Situational Awareness hedge fund, is set to marry Avital Balwit in Carmel, California, despite his fund facing a severe crisis. Aschenbrenner's leveraged bets on AI infrastructure stocks like CoreWeave and SK Hynix led to a 67% monthly loss, forcing him to sell assets to Citadel at a discount to avoid collapse. The fund survived with $10 billion remaining, retaining his stake in Anthropic.
- Wall Street rises as Amazon and chip stocks jump, even as oil prices add to worries about inflation
Wall Street rose on Friday as Amazon and chip stocks surged, driven by strong quarterly profits and AI investment optimism, though oil price increases raised inflation concerns. The S&P 500 gained 0.7%, the Nasdaq rose 1.3%, and South Korea’s Kospi hit a record 17.9% gain, while Apple fell 9.1% despite higher-than-expected earnings.
- South Korea’s Kospi index jumps nearly 18% on a surge in chipmaking stocks
South Korea’s Kospi index surged 17.9% to a record single-day gain, driven by a rebound in AI-related and chipmaking stocks like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. The rally followed Microsoft’s strong quarterly profit report, signaling confidence in AI investments, while global stock indices also rose and the dollar rebounded against the yen.
- South Korea’s Kospi index jumps more than 16% on a surge of chipmaking stocks
South Korea’s Kospi index surged over 14% as chipmaking stocks rebounded, driven by AI-related gains and Microsoft's strong earnings report. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix saw significant share price increases, though the index remains below its June peak. The Nikkei 225 also rose, and the U.S. dollar fluctuated against the yen amid suspected Japanese market intervention.
- Asian stocks rebound and yen jumps on signs of intervention
Asian stocks rebounded with the yen surging due to signs of intervention. The Kospi index rose as SK Hynix and Samsung regained value following days of heavy selling.
- South Korea’s Kospi index jumps more than 16% on a surge of chipmaking stocks
South Korea’s Kospi index surged over 16% driven by chipmaking stocks like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, rebounding after prior losses fueled by AI market concerns. The rally followed Microsoft's strong earnings, signaling AI investments are translating into profits, while Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 also rose 5.5%.
- South Korea’s Kospi index jumps more than 16% on a surge of chipmaking stocks
South Korea’s Kospi index surged 16.8% driven by gains in AI-related chipmaking stocks like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. The index had previously fallen over 16% due to concerns about an AI bubble and competition from China, but rebounded following Wall Street gains and a recovery in technology stocks.
- South Korea’s Kospi index jumps more than 15% on a surge of chipmaking stocks
South Korea’s Kospi index surged 15.3% driven by chipmaking stocks like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, reversing earlier declines linked to AI market concerns. The Nikkei 225 in Japan also rose 5%, while oil prices increased due to U.S.-Iran tensions and Hormuz Strait disruptions.
- South Korea’s Kospi index jumps more than 13% on a surge of chipmaking stocks
South Korea’s Kospi index surged 13.1% as AI-related stocks rebounded after losses, driven by gains in chipmakers like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. The index had previously dropped over 16% due to concerns about an AI bubble and competition from Chinese rivals. Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 also rose 4.9%, with SoftBank Group and Tokyo Electron seeing significant gains.
- SK Hynix shares surge 25%, while Samsung soars over 20% as AI rally roars back
SK Hynix shares surged 25% and Samsung Electronics soared over 20% on Friday, driven by a sharp rally in U.S. technology stocks linked to AI growth.
- South Korea’s Kospi index jumps more than 13% on a surge of chipmaking stocks
South Korea’s Kospi index surged 13.1% driven by AI-related stock rebounds, with Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix rising 19.3% and 22.6% respectively. The index had previously dropped over 16% due to AI bubble concerns and competition from Chinese chipmakers. Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 also rose 4.9%, with SoftBank Group and Tokyo Electron gaining 15.1% and 9.2%.
- South Korea’s Kospi index jumps more than 15% on a surge of chipmaking stocks
South Korea’s Kospi index surged over 15% driven by rebounds in chipmaking stocks like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix after earlier losses due to AI bubble concerns and competition from China. Oil prices rose amid U.S.-Iran tensions and a closed Strait of Hormuz, while Asian and U.S. stock indices, including the Nikkei 225 and S&P 500, also climbed.
- New investments draw fresh concern across AI Industry
Nvidia has signed multiple new agreements, including a $500 billion partnership with South Korean semiconductor company SK Hynix to secure AI memory for its next-gen processors. The deals have raised fresh concerns about the financing sustaining the AI industry.
- Chip boom’s dirty secret hiding in Samsung’s record earnings
Samsung reported a record operating profit of 89.5 trillion won ($62 billion) and revenue of 171.5 trillion won for Q2, marking a 1,814% and 130% increase respectively. Despite the financial gains, Samsung's shares fell. SK Hynix also reported a record profit.
- Oil prices fall, markets bounce back on mixed earnings from US tech giants
Oil prices fell and global markets rebounded as mixed earnings from U.S. tech giants influenced stock movements, with Microsoft shares rising over 9% and Meta shares dropping 8.3%. South Korea's Kospi index declined amid AI stock selling, while Tokyo's Nikkei 225 recovered slightly. The U.S. Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate, and the bond market showed rising yields.
- Oil prices slip and world shares are mixed as investors sell AI stocks in Asia
Oil prices and world shares were mixed as investors sold AI-related stocks in Asia, with South Korea’s Kospi falling over 16% in two days. U.S. strikes on Iran and concerns over AI sector investments contributed to market volatility, while European indices saw modest gains and U.S. stocks remained lower amid the Fed’s decision to keep interest rates steady.
- Oil prices slip and Asian shares are mostly lower as investors sell chipmaker stocks
Oil prices fell and Asian shares were mostly lower as South Korea’s Kospi index dropped sharply amid doubts about AI investment. Chipmaker stocks like SK Hynix declined despite reporting record profits, while U.S.-Iran tensions and reduced oil supply in the Strait of Hormuz added market pressure.
- Oil prices slip and Asian shares are mostly lower as investors sell chipmaker stocks
Oil prices fell and Asian shares were mostly lower as investors sold chipmaker stocks, with South Korea's Kospi index dropping 1.3% after significant declines. The U.S. and Iran exchanged attacks, contributing to oil price volatility, while U.S. stocks fell despite the Federal Reserve holding interest rates steady.