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13:30
May 06
298040.KS 1ST 010120.KS 1ST 267260.KS 1ST 007530.KQ 1ST RISE AI Power Infrastructure ETF 1ST
Korean power equipment stocks have massive order backlog
AI agent services (e.g., Claude by Anthropic) are driving massive data center construction, which in turn creates an acute shortage of power equipment (transformers, switches, etc.). Korean power equipment companies—Hyosung Heavy Industries, LS Electric, Hyundai Electric, and Sanil Electric—have accumulated a combined order backlog of 32.6 trillion won, with delivery slots extending to 2031. Competitors from China are geopolitically excluded, and French suppliers have 4-5 year lead times, leaving Korea as the only reliable source that can meet tight delivery schedules. This structural advantage supports sustained revenue growth and earnings visibility for these companies regardless of recent stock price increases.
298040.KS LONG 010120.KS LONG 267260.KS LONG 007530.KQ LONG
Power equipment ETFs benefit from inflow-driven feedback loop
For investors who find individual power equipment stocks too expensive (e.g., Hyosung Heavy above 4 million won per share), power equipment ETFs such as RISE AI Power Infrastructure ETF offer diversified exposure at a lower per-share cost. Moreover, ETF inflows create a mechanical buying pressure on the underlying stocks, generating a positive feedback loop that can further lift the ETF's net asset value. This ETF-specific mechanism makes owning the ETF a distinct and attractive implementation of the power equipment theme.
RISE AI Power Infrastructure ETF LONG
AI data centers drive power equipment boom.
AI agent services (Claude/Anthropic) are driving explosive data center construction, creating a severe power shortage. Power equipment (transformers, switchgear) is the bottleneck. Korean companies (Hyosung Heavy, LS Electric, Hyundai Electric) have unmatched delivery reliability and a massive order backlog of 32.6 trillion won, ensuring multi-year earnings growth. Political factors exclude Chinese and French competitors, giving Korea a unique advantage.
RISE LONG KS LONG
Nuclear power needed for stable baseload.
Nuclear power is the most stable baseload electricity source needed for 24/7 AI data centers. US policy supports new nuclear plants. Korea is one of only four countries capable of building nuclear plants. ETFs with high exposure to nuclear construction companies (Doosan Enerbility, Hyundai E&C, Daewoo E&C) are preferred, while those including Korea Electric Power (KEPCO) are less pure. Investors should select ETFs that directly benefit from nuclear buildout.
NLR LONG
Gas demand boosts LNG shipping stocks.
Gas power plants are the fastest to build after solid oxide fuel cells, requiring massive LNG imports. The resulting LNG shortage drives orders for LNG carriers, benefiting Korean shipbuilders (HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, Samsung Heavy Industries, Hanwha Ocean). This is a direct derivative of AI data center power demand.
HD LONG
SpaceX IPO may lift space stocks.
SpaceX IPO scheduled for June 2025 could revive interest in space stocks. Korean space ETFs and related stocks may see a catalyst. Currently underperforming due to AI dominance, but the event could trigger a move.
Korean Space ETFs (e.g., KODEX Space Industry) WATCH
HIGH
11:30
May 06
005930.KS 000660.KS 010120.KS 298040.KS 267260.KS
Buy Samsung and SK Hynix on dips.
Buy Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix on dips. The Korean market has structurally changed, foreign inflows are strong driven by low valuations (KOSPI P/E 6.7x), and memory stocks are benefiting from AI demand. Short-term pullbacks are buying opportunities.
005930.KS LONG 000660.KS LONG
Power equipment stocks continue uptrend.
Power equipment stocks like LS Electric, Hyosung Heavy Industries, and HD Hyundai Electric continue their uptrend driven by global electrification and grid investment. The sector remains strong alongside semiconductors.
010120.KS LONG 298040.KS LONG 267260.KS LONG
Glass substrate stocks benefit Intel recovery.
Glass substrate stocks SKC and Philoptics are benefiting from Intel's recovery and renewed interest in glass substrate technology for advanced packaging. Both stocks surged on the theme.
011790.KS LONG 109610.KQ LONG
Secondary battery stocks have room to rise.
Secondary battery stocks EcoPro BM and Posco Future M have room to rise from current levels, as they are still well below their historical highs and the sector may see a re-rating. Caution advised but upside potential exists.
003670.KS LONG 247540.KQ LONG
HIGH
11:05
May 06
005930.KS 1ST POWL 1ST 000660.KS 1ST 011790.KS 233690.KQ 1ST
Samsung still cheap, buy on dips
Samsung Electronics is extremely cheap with a forward P/E of around 5x, far below global peers like Micron at 8x. It has strong earnings momentum, Apple foundry partnership rumors, and foreign buying through new access channels. The stock could reach 500,000 won if P/E expands to 10x. Despite today's 15% surge, it remains undervalued. Recommend buying on dips.
005930.KS LONG
Power equipment structural bull
Power equipment is a structural long due to AI data center power demand, global supply constraints (only four countries can make transformers), and huge order backlogs totaling 32.6 trillion won for the top three players. Korea's ability to meet delivery timelines is a unique advantage. Multi-year growth cycle intact; do not sell.
POWL LONG PWI LONG
SK Hynix cheapest, hold for more
SK Hynix is the cheapest stock in Korea at about 5x forward P/E, even cheaper than Samsung. It leads the memory rally with strong earnings. Technical divergence (26% above 21-day MA) suggests a near-term pullback, but the long-term trend is intact. Hold for further upside or add on pullback to 150,000 won.
000660.KS LONG
Glass substrate beneficiary stocks
Glass substrate is a key next-generation packaging material, revived by Intel's comeback. Companies like SKC, Philoptics, J&TC, and Kamtronics will see early revenue recognition (Philoptics first). These stocks have strong momentum and upside as commercialization progresses. Recommend buying on dips and holding for medium-term.
011790.KS LONG 233690.KQ LONG 048950.KQ LONG 253610.KQ LONG
KOSDAQ ETF catch-up play
KOSDAQ is significantly lagging KOSPI but the government growth fund (6 trillion won) will flow into KOSDAQ stocks, narrowing the gap. The KODEX KOSDAQ 150 ETF offers a low-cost way to play this catch-up trade. Entry is best during weakness.
229200.KS WATCH
Securities brokers benefit foreign inflow
Securities stocks benefit from increased foreign trading volume via new account opening channels (IBKR, Samsung Securities). Mirae Asset Securities, as a leading online broker, will see brokerage revenue surge as foreign retail investors directly buy Korean stocks. Expect higher trading volume and improved earnings.
037620.KS LONG
AI power ETF strong returns
The RISE AI Power Infrastructure ETF directly plays the AI power theme and has shown strong returns (21% in a week). Its underlying stocks benefit from AI data center construction and power equipment demand. With massive order backlogs, the trend is intact. Suitable for investors who want diversified exposure to the power sector.
389070.KS LONG
Nuclear ETF for AI power
Nuclear energy is a critical baseload power source for AI data centers. Korea has a competitive edge in nuclear construction. The TIGER Korea Nuclear Energy ETF captures nuclear-related stocks including construction, utilities, and equipment. As AI power demand grows, nuclear will benefit.
388100.KS LONG
HIGH
10:30
May 06
229200.KS 1ST HL Mando 1ST Halla 1ST 011790.KS 1ST 161580.KQ 1ST
KOSDAQ 150 ETF benefits from National Fund
KOSDAQ 150 ETF (e.g., KODEX KOSDAQ 150) is a good way to play the upcoming National Growth Fund (starting April 22) which will allocate 30% to KOSDAQ. With small-cap rotation and a small market size, even modest inflows can drive significant upside. Buy on weakness.
229200.KS LONG
Robot stocks are a watch for long-term
Robot stocks (HL Mando, Halla, Korea PIM, RoboTis) are positively viewed due to the upcoming humanoid robot production ramp (Tesla Optimus mass production by mid-next year). This is a longer-term theme but worth monitoring.
HL Mando WATCH Halla WATCH Korea PIM WATCH RoboTis WATCH
Glass substrate stocks are attractive alternatives
Glass substrate stocks (SKC, Philoptics, J&TC, Camtronics) are attractive as substitutes for overextended semiconductor giants. They benefit from the AI semiconductor supply chain, Intel-Apple alliance, and sample supply starting in April, with SKC leading in glass substrate technology. These names have lagged but are now showing strong momentum.
011790.KS LONG 161580.KQ LONG 204270.KQ LONG 089110.KQ LONG
Samsung Electronics is more attractive near-term
Samsung Electronics (005930.KS) is more attractive than SK Hynix in the near term due to lower short-term overextension (deviation from moving average), potential inflows from foreign buying of Korea, and a possible foundry profit turnaround. Forward P/E of 10x implies a target of 400,000 won.
005930.KS LONG
SK Hynix is overextended, buy on dip
SK Hynix (000660.KS) is still a strong holding, but the stock is overextended with a 26% deviation from its 21-day moving average, the highest in six months. Investors should hold existing positions but avoid new aggressive buys; buy on a pullback to around 150,000 won.
000660.KS LONG
Securities stocks benefit from rising volumes
Securities stocks (Samsung Securities, Kiwoom Securities, Mirae Asset) benefit from rising trading volumes, foreign access to Korean stocks starting in May, and Korea's undervalued market (KOSPI P/E 8.3 vs global 15-20). Brokerage revenues will rise with increased turnover, and the sector has already shown strong performance.
016360.KS LONG 039490.KQ LONG 006800.KS LONG
LS and CJ are attractive long-term
LS Corp and CJ Corp are holding companies with policy momentum. LS benefits from power infrastructure and CJ from consumer/entertainment exposure. Both are seen as attractive long-term holdings.
006260.KS LONG 001040.KS LONG
HIGH
08:58
May 06
EWY 1ST Korean AI semiconductor stocks 1ST
KOSPI bullish, low valuation, AI-driven earnings.
The KOSPI rally to 7,000 is justified by low valuations relative to global markets and strong earnings growth from AI-related sectors. The speed is fast but the direction is correct, and the March correction made the ascent healthier. Continued foreign inflows and structural demand for AI hardware support further upside.
EWY LONG
Focus on AI semiconductor leading stocks.
Investors should concentrate on leading stocks—AI-related semiconductor and computing power companies—as the dominant market theme. These stocks have strong earnings growth, low valuations, and are supported by structural AI investment that is still in early stages. Rotating away from them is risky; the leading sector should be the largest weight in portfolios.
Korean AI semiconductor stocks LONG
HIGH
08:22
May 06
005930.KS 000660.KS 011790.KS 1ST 128660.KQ 1ST 089530.KQ 1ST
Samsung and SK Hynix still cheap
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are still cheap on forward P/E (5-6x) compared to global peers like Micron (8x) and SanDisk (11x). The speaker believes they can reach 10x P/E, implying Samsung could go to 500,000 won. He advises holding without selling until the trend breaks, and suggests buying on red days for those without positions.
005930.KS LONG 000660.KS LONG
Glass substrates bullish on Intel packaging
Glass substrate stocks are benefiting from Intel's revival in advanced packaging and AI demand. Companies like SKC, Philoptics, and Kemtronics are positioned to profit from this emerging technology, with commercialization expected within a year. The sector has strong momentum and is worth buying into.
011790.KS LONG 128660.KQ LONG 089530.KQ LONG
Power equipment still cheap trend intact
Power equipment stocks (Hyosung Heavy Industries, LS Electric, Hyundai Electric) remain cheap on a global basis (e.g., Hyosung Heavy at 40x P/E vs global peers at higher multiples). The uptrend has been intact for 4 years and is still strong, driven by AI and electrification demand. Hold these positions; do not sell.
298040.KS LONG 010120.KS LONG 267260.KS LONG
Doosan Fuel Cell domestic orders potential exports
Doosan Fuel Cell is gaining momentum as a domestic leader in fuel cells, with ongoing domestic orders and potential future US export opportunities. The stock is emerging as a strong alternative energy play, similar to the recent surge in Blue Energy, and could re-rate if exports materialize.
336260.KQ LONG
KOSDAQ will catch up to KOSPI
The KOSDAQ index has underperformed the KOSPI significantly (KOSPI up ~75% YTD vs KOSDAQ ~30%). This gap is likely to narrow, making KOSDAQ a candidate for catch-up gains. Investors who feel late to the KOSPI rally should consider shifting attention to KOSDAQ for potential relative outperformance.
KOSDAQ LONG
Meritz and KB financials less risen
Meritz Financial Group and KB Financial Group are less risen compared to other financials like Mirae Asset Securities. As global brokerages expand into Korean equities via integrated accounts, these undervalued financial stocks could benefit from increased foreign inflows and catch up to peers.
138040.KS LONG 105560.KS LONG
HIGH
05:16
May 06
Bitcoin mining stocks 1ST
Bitcoin mining sector rotation back to mining.
Bitcoin mining companies that previously pivoted to AI data centers will return their focus to Bitcoin mining as the AI sector faces overvaluation concerns. The speaker expects this rotation to accelerate, driven by rapid improvements in mining technology and the growing home-mining ecosystem.
Bitcoin mining stocks LONG
MED
04:02
May 06
STRC 1ST BTC 1ST TON 1ST
STRC demand rises via stablecoin leverage.
STRC (Strategy's preferred stock) is being used as collateral for tokenized securities and stablecoins, creating a leverage structure ('windmill spinning') that increases demand for STRC. Michael Saylor is promoting STRC, and this demand will support the price of STRC.
STRC LONG
Bitcoin benefits from STRC sales.
If STRC demand increases, MicroStrategy (Strategy) will sell STRC to buy Bitcoin, driving Bitcoin price up. The structure links stablecoin demand backed by STRC to Bitcoin purchases.
BTC LONG
TON bullish on Telegram validator news.
Telegram's founder Pavel Durov announced that Telegram will replace the TON Foundation and become the largest validator on the TON network, with further updates expected in 2-3 weeks. This catalyst has driven a sharp price increase and is expected to continue.
TON LONG
HIGH
03:25
May 06
MU 005930.KS 000660.KS 1ST 009150.KS 006260.KS 1ST
Memory semis always rise, buy any dip.
Memory semiconductor stocks (Micron, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix) are in a structural uptrend driven by AI demand and supply constraints. Any short-term pullback should be bought as the rally extends regardless of broader market direction.
MU LONG
Memory semis always rise, buy any dip.
Korean semiconductor stocks are trading at 5-6x forward earnings versus US peers at 8-10x, representing a deep value opportunity. The structural AI demand will trigger a re-rating, supported by strong earnings momentum and growing institutional interest.
005930.KS LONG 000660.KS LONG
Buy undervalued semiconductor equipment stocks.
While large-cap semiconductor stocks have rallied, the equipment and materials (SOBUJANG) sub-sector still offers undervalued opportunities with multiple catalysts: glass substrate adoption, foundry expansion, and rising capital expenditure cycles. Specific names like Samsung Electro-Mechanics, LS, Doosan, and Hanmi Semiconductor have room to run as the semiconductor bull market broadens.
009150.KS LONG 006260.KS LONG 000150.KS LONG 042700.KQ LONG
HIGH
02:26
May 06
005930.KS 1ST 000660.KS 1ST 009150.KS 1ST 051910.KS 1ST 131290.KQ 1ST
Samsung long-term with foundry upside.
Samsung Electronics has long-term growth potential driven by foundry recovery in the second half, and despite near-term risks from union issues, the stock remains a core holding with ongoing positive momentum. He sees it writing new history and advises holding for the long term.
005930.KS LONG
Union risk boosts SK Hynix earnings.
SK Hynix benefits from the union strike risk, which could tighten memory supply and accelerate earnings growth, especially in its legacy DRAM and NAND exposure. The supply disruption narrative supports higher operating profit.
000660.KS LONG
Samsung Electro-Mechanics to 200,000 won.
Samsung Electro-Mechanics is undervalued with massive growth headroom: 1Q earnings beat, robotics and glass substrate not yet reflected, MLCC and FCBGA price increases starting, and potential 2028 operating profit of 4~5 trillion won. Market cap should exceed 100 trillion from current 60~70 trillion, making it a safe long-term holding with dips as buying opportunities.
009150.KS LONG
LG Energy Solution rotation from SDI.
LG Energy Solution should be favored over Samsung SDI because its ESS business is about to turn profitable due to a lag effect from data center construction, US exposure will be a catalyst in the second half, LG Chem's selling pressure is easing, and the company has a tight schedule for sodium battery capex completion by year-end 2026.
051910.KS LONG
Doosan Tesna foundry recovery play.
Doosan Tesna is a must-watch foundry-related stock that will benefit from the recovery in the foundry sector. The speaker emphasizes it as a key play in the semiconductor equipment/materials theme on KOSDAQ.
131290.KQ LONG
SKC glass substrate AI play.
SKC is surging on the glass substrate theme for AI semiconductors, driven by capex investment and demand for glass substrates as a key material. The stock is a direct beneficiary of the shift from CCL to glass substrates.
001740.KS LONG
Krafton earnings beat, buyback catalyst.
Krafton delivered strong earnings (5,600 billion operating profit vs 4,000 billion expected), is aggressively buying back and canceling shares, and remains in an ongoing golden age. The stock is a top gaming pick alongside NCsoft.
259960.KS LONG
Nuclear power buy on dips.
Nuclear power stocks should be accumulated on dips. Doosan Enerbility and Korea Electric Power are the key picks, as the latter is set to become the sole export entity for nuclear reactors, though it faces near-term earnings headwinds from oil prices. The sector offers medium-term upside from export momentum.
034020.KS LONG 015760.KS LONG
L&F positive on US-free revenue.
L&F is still viewed positively because its revenue is free from US exposure, which has been a key driver. The speaker reiterates a favorable stance without elaborating on new catalysts.
066970.KQ LONG
Hansol Technics foundry acquisition watch.
Hansol Technics is a watchlist stock after it acquired a foundry-related company similar to Doosan Tesna. The speaker plans to update next week and recommends putting it on radar.
004710.KQ WATCH
HIGH
01:39
May 06
005930.KS 1ST 000660.KS 1ST
Long Samsung and SK Hynix for May catalysts.
The combination of the May 22 leverage ETF listing event, strong April export data, rising fixed-contract prices, and the upcoming SK Hynix ADR listing in June provides catalysts for large-cap Korean semiconductor stocks to continue rallying in the short term. The guest advises being long these stocks during May, then preparing for a potential transition-induced pullback from June onward.
005930.KS LONG 000660.KS LONG
HIGH
01:15
May 06
005380.KS 1ST
Hyundai Motor to double this year.
Hyundai Motor (005380.KS) will benefit from physical AI and robotics catalysts including the Boston Dynamics IPO in June, the opening of the Atlas robot training center in Q3, Tesla Optimus mass production in July/August, and growing foreign investor interest. The speaker expects the stock to reach 1 million won this year, roughly double from the current ~557,000 won, driven by these events and the company's leadership in physical AI.
005380.KS LONG
HIGH
00:48
May 06
016360.KS 1ST 005930.KS 1ST 098660.KQ 1ST 131970.KQ 1ST 006260.KS 1ST
Samsung Securities gains from IBKR brokerage deal.
Samsung Securities is strong due to its role as broker for IBKR (Interactive Brokers) Korean direct trading, leading to a surge in trading volume and a upper-limit hit on Monday. The stock remains attractive.
016360.KS LONG
Samsung Electronics will catch up to SK Hynix.
Samsung Electronics is undervalued relative to SK Hynix and will catch up due to strong AI semiconductor demand and potential foundry orders from Apple, supported by real earnings momentum and global tailwinds. The stock broke through its previous high, indicating a breakout.
005930.KS LONG
OSAT companies benefit from foundry diversification.
OSAT (outsourced packaging and testing) companies like Nepes and Doosan Tesna will benefit as Apple diversifies foundry orders away from TSMC to Intel and Samsung, increasing demand for packaging services.
098660.KQ LONG 131970.KQ LONG
LS Electric benefits from AI power demand.
LS (LS Electric) is pushing up as a power equipment beneficiary of the AI theme. The stock had been relatively suppressed but now shows a clear upward move, and its unlisted subsidiary LS Cable adds hidden value.
006260.KS LONG
Mirae Asset Securities breaks out with volume.
Mirae Asset Securities is breaking through its previous high with huge volume, signaling strong momentum. This supports the broader brokerage sector and related ETFs.
006800.KS LONG
Hyundai Motor benefits from Atlas robot momentum.
Hyundai Motor has renewed momentum from the Atlas humanoid robot reveal. The production version shows impressive athletic performance, and mass production plans for H2 2025 accelerate commercialization, changing the narrative.
005380.KS LONG
POSCO Future M breaks out in battery sector.
POSCO Future M is breaking out in the secondary battery sector after lagging peers. It is now surging, indicating that the battery supply chain still has buying interest and the stock can continue higher.
003670.KS LONG
Avoid construction stocks; domestic weakness.
Daewoo E&C and Hyundai E&C should be sold or trimmed because domestic construction is weak, reconstruction expectations have faded, and charts have broken down. Momentum is dead, so take profits.
047040.KS AVOID 000720.KS AVOID
HIGH
00:25
May 06
NVDA 1ST 005930.KS 1ST
Summit and sovereign AI may catalyze NVIDIA
NVIDIA's growth has stalled due to U.S. export restrictions on China, but a successful US-China summit could ease tensions and unlock new demand from sovereign AI projects, providing a significant catalyst for the stock. Sovereign AI spending by governments outside the big tech hyperscalers represents a large untapped market.
NVDA WATCH
Samsung foundry and memory look strong
Samsung Electronics is benefiting from a strong memory cycle and its foundry business is improving, with the 4nm process fully booked through next year and potential partnership with Apple. This positions Samsung for further upside beyond memory as foundry momentum builds.
005930.KS LONG
MED
23:47
May 05
Semiconductor sector (Korea) 1ST EWY 1ST 005930.KS 1ST
Semiconductor demand strong via contracts
Memory semiconductor demand is robust, as evidenced by Sandisk signing multiple long-term contracts, indicating strong orders even for weaker competitors, which bodes well for the overall semiconductor sector.
Semiconductor sector (Korea) LONG
KOSPI undervalued strong earnings growth
KOSPI is undervalued based on low PER of 7.15, below the COVID-era trough of 7.52, while earnings are expected to grow 4-5 times from 2023 levels, supporting a target range above 8,000.
EWY LONG
Samsung earnings hurt by labor conflict
Samsung Electronics faces earnings headwinds from labor conflict and potential large provisioning, with CLSA cutting its target price from 32,000 to 30,000 won due to strike risk.
005930.KS AVOID
HIGH
23:19
May 05
005930.KS 1ST 000660.KS 1ST MU 1ST WDC 1ST INTC 1ST
Korean memory stocks undervalued relative to peers
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are trading at very low P/E multiples of 5x-5.5x on consensus earnings, while US memory peers Micron and SanDisk trade at 8x-10x. This undervaluation is due to Korea discount factors (geopolitical risk, labor issues), but these do not fundamentally impair earnings. As the semiconductor cycle continues and earnings grow, the valuation gap should narrow, leading to significant upside. Both companies also benefit from strong AI-driven memory demand and CPU shortages.
005930.KS LONG 000660.KS LONG
US memory stocks too expensive to buy
Micron and SanDisk (Western Digital) have already re-rated to 8x-10x forward P/E, moving from a cyclical discount to a more normal valuation. For new investors, entering at these levels is not safe because the easy gains have been made and any earnings miss could cause significant downside. Korean stocks offer a better risk-reward.
MU AVOID WDC AVOID
Intel and AMD high risk, monitor
Intel and AMD have surged on CPU shortage and foundry hopes, but their valuations are very high (Intel ~100x P/E, AMD ~50x). The speaker advises not to sell too early as earnings estimates are still being updated and the stocks could overshoot. However, he also warns that analysts may downgrade or switch recommendations. This is a high-risk setup worth monitoring.
INTC WATCH AMD WATCH
HIGH
22:36
May 05
MU 1ST WDC 1ST AMD 1ST INTC 1ST PLTR 1ST
Memory semiconductors at unprecedented inflection point.
Memory semiconductors are in an unprecedented inflection point as IDC confirms, with always-rising demand regardless of market conditions. Memory stocks like Micron and SanDisk have low PEs and strong momentum.
MU LONG WDC LONG
CPU demand rising for agentic AI.
CPU demand is increasing for agentic AI, with the ratio of CPU to GPU expected to rise from 8:1 to 1:1. Intel and AMD benefit from foundry deals and earnings beats.
AMD LONG INTC LONG
Palantir is agentic AI infrastructure.
Palantir is the infrastructure for agentic AI, with strong government business and high Rule of 40 score of 145. The commercial miss is temporary; the company is well-positioned.
PLTR LONG
Server cycle returning, SMCI guidance strong.
Super Micro Computer surged 20% on improved guidance, indicating a return of server demand as AI workloads increase. The company provides servers for data centers.
SMCI LONG
AI drives semiconductors regardless of macro.
AI demand is the overriding priority for markets, driving the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index to all-time highs regardless of geopolitical risks and interest rate concerns. Investors should focus on AI-related semiconductor stocks.
SOXX LONG
HIGH
23:00
May 04
Korean Power Equipment 1ST 000660.KS 005930.KS 005380.KS 1ST ITA 1ST
Power equipment strong, buy on dips.
Korean power equipment companies (LS Electric, Hyosung Heavy Industries, Hyundai Electric) benefit from US grid modernization, data center construction, and AI power demand. The sector has undergone a structural re-rating. Investors should buy on dips to the 10-day moving average.
Korean Power Equipment LONG
Hynix extremely cheap, structural growth.
SK Hynix is extremely cheap at 5-6x forward P/E compared to Sandisk's 10x, while operating earnings are surging due to AI demand and massive CapEx by big tech. The company benefits from HBM customization which is moving toward a TSMC-like model, justifying a structural growth re-rating. Earnings are increasing so fast that even without multiple expansion, the stock must rise further.
000660.KS LONG
Samsung cheap, benefiting from capex.
Samsung Electronics is similarly undervalued at about 5.5x forward P/E, cheaper than E-Mart at 11x. It will follow Hynix higher given the same semiconductor upcycle. The stock is also supported by the Samsung Securities account that allows direct buying by US investors, and the company's own HBM and DRAM customization efforts could lead to a structural re-rating.
005930.KS LONG
Hyundai undervalued, robotics, autonomous driving.
Hyundai Motor is undervalued at 10x P/E compared to Tesla at 200x. The company is investing heavily in robotics, autonomous driving, and has purchased 50,000 GPUs. It will eventually be re-rated upward as the market recognizes its tech and manufacturing capabilities. The stock is a long-term hold toward 1 million won.
005380.KS LONG
Defense demand rising, Korean exports strong.
Defense sector is attractive due to rising global conflicts and strong demand for Korean weapons systems: KF-21, K2 tank, K9 howitzer, Cheongung missile. KAI and Hyundai Rotem are key. Poland local production for K2 tanks will set a standard in Eastern Europe. The sector is poised for a re-rating as export orders grow. The easiest way to play the theme is through a defense ETF.
ITA LONG
Power grid upgrade, data center demand.
Power equipment sector benefits from US infrastructure upgrades, aging grid, and rising data center electricity demand. The theme started with the Biden infrastructure law and continues. Key stocks: HD Hyundai Electric, LS Electric, Hyosung Heavy Industries. Investors should buy on dips to the 10-day moving average.
POWL LONG
Samsung Heavy FLNG orders coming.
Shipbuilding sector, specifically Samsung Heavy Industries, is poised for a big rally due to multiple FLNG orders from the US (each worth 4-6 trillion won, three expected). The stock has been dormant but these large contract wins could trigger a significant re-rating.
010140.KS LONG
KOSPI target 7,500-10,000.
KOSPI is undervalued at 8.2x P/E (10-year average 9.3x). With Samsung and Hynix earnings surging and potential re-rating, the index can reach 7,500 by mid-year (near-term) and 8,300-10,000 if re-rating occurs. The speaker initially called 7,500 in February when KOSPI was around 5,000, and now expects it much sooner.
^KS11 LONG
Doosan only nuclear vessel maker.
Doosan Enerbility is the only company capable of manufacturing nuclear reactor vessels (the 'killing part') and gas turbines. Order backlog is growing, and the stock is still cheap relative to peers like Hyundai E&C. Major catalysts include US FLNG orders and nuclear demand. Buy on dips.
034020.KS LONG
DL E&C Iran reconstruction potential.
DL E&C has unique ties to Iran from the 1980s (Daerim stayed during the war). If sanctions are lifted, Iran will need massive reconstruction, and DL E&C is likely to win contracts. Also holds a stake in X-Energy (SMR) worth about 1,000 billion won. Buy on pullbacks.
375500.KS LONG
Samsung E&A plant reconstruction beneficiary.
Samsung E&A (formerly Samsung Engineering) has built most of the oil/gas facilities in the Middle East. Iran and UAE reconstruction will benefit the company directly. The stock is still undervalued relative to its project pipeline.
028050.KS LONG
KOSPI to 8300, own index.
KOSPI is currently at 6,930 and should reach 8,300 easily given forward P/E of only 8.5x (below 10-year average of 9.3x). If Samsung and SK Hynix re-rate to 10x, KOSPI could hit 10,000. The index is supported by strong earnings growth and foreign inflows. Buy index ETFs or large caps.
EWY LONG
HIGH