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23:00
Jun 20
Jun 20
000660.KS
EWY
Korean Power Equipment Sector
▾
HIGH
Buy SK hynix for ADR revaluation.
SK hynix is in a powerful revaluation cycle driven by its US ADR listing in late July-early August, which will provide direct access to active US institutional funds, creating a supply-demand imbalance. The company is delivering massively above-consensus earnings (Q2 OP ~7 trillion won), and its valuation is at a steep discount to Micron (P/E 15-16x vs ~60% lower). AI memory demand (HBM) remains a strong structural bottleneck, and SK hynix is continuously breaking boundaries and innovating, justifying a higher multiple. The speaker recommends buying on dips (밀사) and sees a path toward 280,000-300,000 won, with Nomura's 500,000 won target indicating further upside.
000660.KS LONG
Buy KOSPI on geopolitical dips.
Any market sell-off triggered by geopolitical events such as the Iran conflict is a buying opportunity for Korean equities, because such noise is temporary; oil prices did not spike significantly, indicating the shock is overestimated, and the market gradually prices in these risks in the background.
EWY LONG
Power equipment play on AI bottleneck.
The AI era is creating a severe electricity bottleneck, as illustrated by Elon Musk's plan to build space-based data centers due to terrestrial power shortages. This points to investment opportunities in power equipment and electricity infrastructure, as the bottleneck theme extends beyond semiconductors to the energy supply chain.
Korean Power Equipment Sector LONG
HIGH
06:00
Jun 20
Jun 20
02:00
Jun 20
Jun 20
005930.KS 1ST
000660.KS 1ST
MU 1ST
122990.KQ 1ST
▾
HIGH
Memory super-cycle lifts Samsung earnings sharply
Samsung Electronics (005930.KS) target price 560,000 won based on 12-month forward EPS and 8x P/E. DRAM memory shortage intensifying, HBM prices expected to double in 2026, driving substantial earnings estimate upgrades above current consensus. The stock trades at under 6x his 2026 EPS estimate, leaving significant upside as earnings revisions roll in.
005930.KS LONG
HBM price doubling fuels SK hynix re-rating
SK hynix (000660.KS) target price 370,000 won, 12-month forward P/E 8x. Memory supply shortage severe, HBM price doubling next year, operating profit seen reaching ~46 trillion won (2026). Earnings estimates still have considerable upward room; valuation undemanding with potential to re-rate toward 9x P/E like Micron, further boosted by ADR listing removing Korea discount.
000660.KS LONG
Micron earnings surprise and P/E re-rating ahead
Micron Technology (MU) will deliver a positive earnings surprise and strong guidance next week. CY2027 EPS estimates are already being revised sharply higher (Deutsche Bank sees $160), supporting a P/E re-rating above 9x and a target around $150–160. The ongoing memory shortage and HBM boom benefit Micron alongside Korean peers.
MU LONG
New cleaning equipment market powers YEST growth
YEST (122990.KQ) is entering the high-pressure wet cleaning equipment market crucial for next-generation DRAM processes, with a key patent win removing legal risk. The addressable market is expanding sharply as DRAM makers adopt 1d nm nodes; YEST’s 125-wafer tool is favored for space efficiency. Earnings could jump to ~77 billion won operating profit next year, fundamentally transforming the company’s value.
122990.KQ LONG
HIGH
23:00
Jun 19
Jun 19
005930.KS
000660.KS
298040.KS
267260.KS
010120.KS
▾
HIGH
AI supercycle keeps Samsung, SK hynix undervalued
Samsung Electronics and SK hynix are in an AI-driven memory supercycle. Earnings estimates are rising at an extreme angle, yet valuations remain low. SK hynix PER has expanded to 7x but can reach 8-9x and potentially 10-15x. Samsung is similarly positioned with massive earnings upgrades. The semiconductor rally is expected to continue at least until year-end, and historically such leadership can last three years.
005930.KS LONG
000660.KS LONG
AI power demand lifts Korean power equipment
Power equipment will be the first sector to benefit when semiconductor concentration eases. AI data center buildout is driving massive power demand and a transformer upgrade cycle. New 765KV transformers have double the price and high margins. LS Electric, Hyosung Heavy Industries, HD Hyundai Electric, and Sanil Electric are the key plays.
298040.KS LONG
267260.KS LONG
010120.KS LONG
062040.KS LONG
Samsung SDI benefits from AI-linked rotation
Secondary batteries, led by Samsung SDI, are linked to AI and power themes. As semiconductor rotation occurs, this sector will be an early beneficiary due to its AI connection and strong leader.
006400.KS LONG
Policy-driven defense, nuclear, shipbuilding poised
Defense, nuclear, and shipbuilding stocks have already had multi-year runs but remain supported by policy drivers. Corrections present buying opportunities. Key leaders are LIG Nex1 in defense, Doosan Enerbility in nuclear, and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in shipbuilding.
079550.KS LONG
034020.KS LONG
329180.KS LONG
Capex cycle starts semiconductor equipment rally
Semiconductor front-end equipment stocks are entering a new capex cycle with fabs expanding and equipment orders beginning. Wonik IPS has broken a key resistance level, signaling further upside. While volatile, the sector can provide outsized returns as the semiconductor cycle shifts from price to volume growth.
240810.KQ LONG
Gaming stocks bottom on earnings recovery
Gaming stocks NCSoft and Krafton have bottomed after years of decline, with earnings turning strongly upward. They are undervalued relative to their recovery, offering a potential bounce.
036570.KS LONG
259960.KS LONG
HIGH
14:00
Jun 19
Jun 19
000660.KS
005930.KS
SMH 1ST
Korea pharma/bio sector
Korea Secondary Battery Sector
▾
HIGH
Must hold semis; buy dips.
In the current market, if semiconductors do not rally, nothing else will. The leading sectors are semiconductors and power equipment. Any pullback in semiconductors is a buying opportunity. Massive foreign selling in SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics is mainly passive rebalancing, while active funds continue to accumulate, pushing prices higher. Therefore, investors must hold and add to positions in Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix.
000660.KS LONG
005930.KS LONG
Add US AI semiconductor ETFs.
To further increase exposure to the AI semiconductor theme, investors can add US AI-related semiconductor ETFs. These ETFs have performed strongly and complement Korean semiconductor holdings, allowing a well-constructed portfolio with better diversification within the AI theme.
SMH LONG
Avoid rate-sensitive sectors: pharma, batteries.
Interest rate-sensitive sectors such as pharmaceuticals/biotech, secondary batteries, and growth stocks should be avoided now because the global rate environment is turning unfavorable. Central banks are hiking or hawkish, making it hard for bond yields to fall. As a result, these sectors are under structural selling pressure; any bounces are not real rotation but liquidity-driven and should be used to exit.
Korea pharma/bio sector AVOID
Korea Secondary Battery Sector AVOID
Avoid KOSDAQ; no rotation play.
KOSDAQ is expected to remain under pressure. The financial cycle is not supportive (rate hikes and QT not yet started), KOSDAQ policies have historically failed to create sustainable rallies, and increased KOSPI volatility has reduced hedge fund demand for KOSDAQ stocks. False bounces are primarily due to mechanical long-short unwinding, trapping retail investors. Therefore, avoid KOSDAQ for now.
KOSDAQ Index AVOID
Buy power equipment on dips.
Power equipment is a leading sector alongside semiconductors, benefiting from strong institutional demand; a near-term pullback would present a buying opportunity.
PUI LONG
Watch IT equipment/materials for future entry.
When the financial cycle eventually turns (likely late 2023 to early 2024), interest rates will start rising and QT will begin, which historically has been a strong period for KOSDAQ. At that time, investors should focus on the Korean IT semiconductor equipment/materials sector (small-cap parts and equipment), which will benefit from the continuation of the AI super cycle and show the most elasticity.
Korea IT semiconductor equipment/materials sector WATCH
HIGH
13:00
Jun 19
Jun 19
005930.KS
WDC
MU
000660.KS
▾
HIGH
Buy Samsung and SK Hynix on dips.
AI-driven memory super-cycle is pushing earnings much higher, yet Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix have de-rated because their profit growth outpaced stock prices. Micron's forward P/E of ~9.3x and a 20-30% discount for Korean names yield upside targets of ~360,000-400,000 KRW for Samsung and 280,000-350,000 KRW for SK Hynix. Extreme ETF-driven volatility and concentration in these two stocks are the new normal, so investors should buy on dips caused by macro noise or forced rebalancing, and avoid chasing during FOMO rallies. The fundamental trend keeps strengthening each quarter.
005930.KS LONG
000660.KS LONG
SanDisk is top memory cycle pick.
SanDisk (Western Digital) is the most supply-constrained and price-elastic memory stock in the current NAND cycle. Its shares have the greatest upside leverage, and it is the top pick for trading the memory recovery. He sees a target of 3,000 vs. current ~2,200, and says SanDisk leads the group; if SanDisk doesn't rally, others won't. He prefers owning SanDisk over Micron and Korean names for trading purposes.
WDC LONG
Buy Micron on memory earnings momentum.
Micron Technology is a key beneficiary of the memory upcycle. Analyst targets are rising to $130-$150 (currently $103), and next-year P/E is only about 9.3x. Its earnings momentum is strong, and it acts as a leading indicator for the sector. While not as leveraged to NAND tightness as SanDisk, Micron still offers meaningful upside and helps drag Korean memory stocks higher.
MU LONG
HIGH
11:08
Jun 19
Jun 19
005930.KS
000660.KS
006400.KS
010120.KS
298040.KS
▾
HIGH
Buy Korea semis on dips, fundamentals stronger.
Korean semiconductor leaders Samsung Electronics and SK hynix remain in a strong uptrend driven by AI-fueled earnings growth and global re-rating. Despite the day's volatility, fundamentals have only strengthened; Micron's high valuation implies 7-8x PER for Korean peers. Price targets: SK hynix 350,000 KRW, Samsung Electronics 450,000 KRW. Applying a 0.8 margin of safety gives safe buy zones at ~280,000 and ~360,000 respectively. Investors should buy on dips and avoid chasing at peaks.
005930.KS LONG
000660.KS LONG
Samsung SDI leads secondary battery rebound.
Samsung SDI, the former leader of the secondary battery sector, signaled a meaningful rebound by surging 6-11% and holding gains despite broad market weakness. Institutional buying (foreign, pension, private equity) supported the move. As the sector's historical leader, SDI is likely to lead any recovery, suggesting the start of a broader secondary battery bounce.
006400.KS LONG
Power equipment stocks still strong, LS Electric catalyst.
The power equipment sector remains one of the strongest themes, driven by AI data center infrastructure demand. LS Electric recently secured a $70M distribution contract for an AI data center in North America, news that is just now being reflected. Hyosung Heavy Industries also remains strong. These former leaders are expected to continue hitting new highs, and volatility in the sector should be viewed as opportunity.
010120.KS LONG
298040.KS LONG
Hwashin undervalued robot play, watch resistance.
Hwashin, a key robotics body manufacturer for Hyundai's robot project, is extremely undervalued (PBR still below 1x). The stock has strong robotics thematic appeal but faces heavy technical resistance at 15,000 KRW, a level that has repeatedly capped gains. A confirmed breakout above 15,000 or a pullback toward 12,000 could provide a good entry; for now it is a tactical WATCH.
010690.KQ WATCH
Samsung Elec preferred shares look cheap.
Samsung Electronics preferred shares appear attractively priced relative to common shares, offering a cheaper way to gain exposure to the same powerful earnings rebound. While not a high-conviction call, value-oriented investors may want to accumulate the preferred shares.
005935.KS LONG
Avoid KOSDAQ, structural headwinds persist.
KOSDAQ is trapped in a structural downturn. The financial cycle is not yet supportive (rates need to rise further before KOSDAQ historically outperforms), government support policies have historically only provided exit liquidity for foreigners, and ETF products cause indiscriminate selling of even quality KOSDAQ stocks. Investors should avoid KOSDAQ exposure and wait for a clearer turn later in 2024 or early 2025.
KOSDAQ Index AVOID
Sell biotech rallies, bear cycle deep.
The Korean biotech/pharma sector is in a prolonged bear market. Historical cycles for the sector span roughly 10 years, and the massive 2020–2023 rally has now reversed. Institutions sell into every rally, and even strong pipeline news fails to generate lasting upside. Investors should treat any temporary rebound as an exit opportunity, not a buying signal.
KORU AVOID
Watch semiconductor equipment for future rotation.
Once the current memory semiconductor rally matures and peaks, the next rotation will likely flow into domestic semiconductor equipment and materials (IT 소부장). These companies stand to benefit from the huge capex cycle but have not yet rallied. While not yet the time to buy, the setup is worth monitoring for a future trade.
SOXX WATCH
HIGH
11:00
Jun 19
Jun 19
005930.KS
000660.KS
EWY
KOSDAQ
006400.KS
▾
HIGH
Buy Samsung and SK Hynix on dips
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are the undisputed market leaders in AI semiconductors. Earnings estimates keep being revised sharply upward (SK Hynix 2027 op profit jumped ~30% in two months). Foreign inflows are slowly returning after rebalancing. The stocks remain undervalued versus Micron and TSMC, with a P/B gap that may narrow. The structural shift to 'order-first, capex-later' supports a PER re-rating. The speaker urges buying on any weakness if you have no semiconductor exposure.
005930.KS LONG
000660.KS LONG
KOSPI has upside, still undervalued
KOSPI is still cheap relative to global peers and has more upside. EPS growth is strong, making the index cyclically undervalued. The path to 10,000 points is close; even if a correction comes after 10,000, the index still looks attractive. The semiconductor rally should keep pushing KOSPI higher.
EWY LONG
KOSDAQ deeply oversold, potential low band
KOSDAQ has fallen below the levels seen during the Ukraine war outbreak, which is excessively oversold. It is now in a low valuation band when measured by asset values. The index may still fall a bit more, but a bottoming process is developing. It is not yet time to buy aggressively, but the setup deserves monitoring for an eventual rebound driven by intrinsic value.
KOSDAQ WATCH
Samsung SDI leads battery sector recovery
In the battery sector, Samsung SDI is now the price leader, showing stronger momentum than LG Energy Solution. The sector is shifting from a deep downturn to a gradual rebound, and owning the leading stock is the right approach.
006400.KS LONG
Biotech leaders DND Pharmatech, Hanall Biopharma
Within biotech, DND Pharmatech is showing strong relative performance and could become the sector leader. Hanall Biopharma, listed on KOSPI, is already forming a proper uptrend. Watching these early leaders makes sense in a market where only the strongest stocks are working.
DND Pharmatech LONG
009420.KS LONG
Samsung preferred shares are cheap
Samsung Electronics preferred shares look undervalued. EPS is growing so fast that forward valuations are dropping, making the preferred stock attractive relative to the common shares.
005935.KS LONG
HIGH
08:23
Jun 19
Jun 19
005930.KS
000660.KS
011070.KS FLIP
006400.KS
009150.KS
▾
HIGH
2026 EPS strong, target 450-500k, lagging Hynix.
Samsung Electronics also has robust semiconductor fundamentals. 2026 operating profit could reach 50 trillion KRW, applying similar multiple yields target of 450,000-500,000 KRW. It lags SK hynix due to slower HBM progress and HBM not being its strongest suit currently, but still offers value and upside on dips.
005930.KS LONG
Strong HBM, 2026 EPS, buy on dips.
SK hynix has extremely strong semiconductor fundamentals, especially in HBM. Using 2026 earnings forecasts of around 400 trillion won and applying a reasonable 7-8x PER multiple (reflecting a shrinking discount to Micron) yields a target price of 350,000-400,000 KRW. Current price around 276,000 KRW offers upside. Advises buying on dips with a margin of safety (e.g., 0.8 of target around 280,000) and not chasing above 280,000 KRW.
000660.KS LONG
Overvalued after rally, avoid chasing high targets.
LG Innotek's recent rally to 132,000 KRW was driven by overly optimistic target prices up to 200,000 KRW, which would imply 60x PER. The business is mostly substrates, not MLCC, and growth contribution is limited. Chasing the stock at these levels is risky and feels like FOMO. The speaker advises not to buy on those high targets.
011070.KS AVOID
Former leader SDI bounce signals sector recovery.
Samsung SDI showed a meaningful surge today with institutional and foreign buying, successfully bouncing off and attempting to break the 60-day moving average. As the former leader in secondary batteries, SDI must lead any sector recovery. This move is an early rebound signal for the beaten-down secondary battery space, offering some hope.
006400.KS LONG
MLCC leader resilient, target upgraded to 300k.
Samsung Electro-Mechanics remains strong within the MLCC/capacitor theme. Despite market volatility, it held up well and outperformed Japanese peer Murata. KB Securities raised its target to 300,000 KRW, with 5-year earnings CAGR upgraded to 73%. The structural shift toward higher-value MLCC makes it more attractive than pure substrate plays.
009150.KS LONG
Power equipment sector strong, AI data center catalyst.
Korean power equipment stocks remain on a strong uptrend, aiming to test previous highs. LS Electric has a notable catalyst: a $70M AI data center order that the market initially ignored but is now being priced in. Hyosung Heavy also leads, and HD Hyundai Electric should eventually recover to prior highs. Overall sector momentum is positive.
010120.KS LONG
298040.KS LONG
267260.KS LONG
Undervalued robot play, buy dips or breakout.
Hwashin is a robot parts supplier tied to Hyundai Motor Group's robotics initiatives. The stock is extremely undervalued with PBR below 1x and PER moving from 2x to 4x. However, strong resistance exists at 15,500 KRW. A prudent approach is to buy on dips below 12,000 KRW or wait for a confirmed breakout above the resistance zone.
010690.KS WATCH
HIGH
04:07
Jun 19
Jun 19
COIN
BLK 1ST
▾
MED
Coinbase super-app benefits from tokenization.
Coinbase is building an 'everything exchange' platform that includes 1-to-1 tokenized stocks with voting and dividend rights, perpetual futures, AI-based trading agents, and cross-border liquidity integration. This super-app strategy positions Coinbase to benefit from the expansion of tokenized securities and crypto derivatives markets.
COIN LONG
BlackRock BUIDL beneficiary of tokenization growth.
BlackRock's BUIDL tokenized fund participates heavily in institutional tokenization projects. As tokenized securities markets expand following the SEC's Regulation NMS repeal, BlackRock is well-positioned to benefit from the growth of tokenized asset issuance and infrastructure.
BLK LONG
MED
03:13
Jun 19
Jun 19
SMH
000660.KS 1ST
005930.KS 1ST
INTC
MU 1ST
▾
HIGH
Trump support drives US semiconductor rally
The Trump administration's strong support for US semiconductor manufacturing, exemplified by public endorsement of Intel-Apple collaboration and aggressive rhetoric (Trump put), is directly lifting US semiconductor stocks. Combined with continued AI demand, the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index surged 6% and is expected to remain strong.
SMH LONG
AI infrastructure needs memory first
AI infrastructure build-out requires memory chips first and foremost. Data center spending by Google, Microsoft, Meta, Amazon directly benefits the three major memory makers—Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, and Micron. This 'M3' thematic is the strongest AI trade with surging demand and tight supply.
000660.KS LONG
005930.KS LONG
MU LONG
Trump endorsement boosts Intel stock
Intel is being directly boosted by President Trump's public endorsement of its cooperation with Apple and the push to bring chip manufacturing back to the US. Trump even highlighted his own investment in Intel growing sixfold, driving heavy retail and institutional buying into the stock.
INTC LONG
Buy equipment on dips amid capex surge
Global memory capex expansion is accelerating, which will directly benefit semiconductor equipment makers. Although current valuations are high, buying into quality equipment names like Hanmi Semiconductor, HPSP, PSK, and Wonik IPS on market stabilization is a prudent strategy.
042700.KS LONG
403870.KQ LONG
PSK LONG
WONIK IPS LONG
SK Square as cheap SK Hynix proxy
SK Square is a pure holding company for SK Hynix with a deeply undervalued market cap relative to its stake. As SK Hynix becomes too pricey for some retail investors, capital is flowing into SK Square as a discounted proxy, driving strong momentum.
402340.KS LONG
Samsung Life, C&T are Samsung Electronics proxies
Samsung Life and Samsung C&T are effectively leveraged plays on Samsung Electronics due to their large equity stakes. In a market where direct semiconductor upside is increasingly expensive, these conglomerate proxies are catching strong institutional inflows.
032830.KS LONG
AI data centers need power grid upgrades
AI data center build-out is creating a massive power bottleneck. JPMorgan notes that electricity infrastructure will need to be deployed first, benefiting transformer and heavy electrical equipment makers like LS Electric and HD Hyundai Electric.
267260.KS LONG
010120.KS LONG
Samsung C&T for reconstruction and semiconductor
Samsung C&T is a top pick for the post-ceasefire reconstruction theme in Iran and the broader nuclear power cycle. It also holds a large stake in Samsung Electronics, providing both solid fundamental value and a direct semiconductor proxy. The stock has a 650,000 won price target.
028260.KS LONG
Avoid Hyundai Motor, margins sliding
Hyundai Motor's margins are declining and near-term catalysts are lacking. While the long-term physical AI theme holds promise, the stock is not attractive for new buyers at current levels; investors should wait for clearer signs of improvement.
005380.KS AVOID
Strategy forced selling to crash Bitcoin
Strategy (MicroStrategy) is trapped in a trilemma; its perpetual preferred STRK is trading well below par, and it may be forced to sell Bitcoin to defend the structure. A forced liquidation could trigger a cascade, potentially pushing Bitcoin down to the $50,000 or even $20,000 range.
BTC SHORT
Watch Doosan Enerbility for rebound potential
Doosan Enerbility has positive nuclear-related news but its stock was heavily sold down due to extreme concentration in semiconductors. When the current excessive tilt towards semis eventually eases, fundamentally good names like Doosan Enerbility could stage a strong rebound.
034020.KS WATCH
HIGH
03:06
Jun 19
Jun 19
BTC FLIP
HYPE FLIP
▾
HIGH
Bitcoin pressured by Strategy's trilemma.
Bitcoin faces near-term headwinds from Strategy's (MSTR) trilemma: its preferred stock STRK fell below $100 face value, ATM equity issuance is halted due to mNAV below 1.2, and the market fears Strategy may be forced to sell Bitcoin to support STRK. This 'Strategy-driven fear' creates a negative feedback loop where Bitcoin cannot recover until the panic subsides. The best-case scenario of Bitcoin rising is unlikely, and Strategy will probably sell a small amount of Bitcoin to rescue STRK, keeping BTC under sustained pressure.
BTC AVOID
Hyperliquid faces regulatory and centralization risks.
Hyperliquid (HYPE) faces serious regulatory and centralization risks. Its validator set is only 24 nodes, far less decentralized than Bitcoin or Ethereum, raising the risk of being classified as a centralized venue. Traditional finance players like CME are suing and urging regulators (CFTC) to crack down on its perpetual futures model. Binance's founder hinted at legal dangers. The token dropped over 10% on these fears, and the regulatory pressure could worsen, making HYPE highly vulnerable.
HYPE AVOID
HIGH
02:52
Jun 19
Jun 19
STAR Board Index
CNXT 1ST
Korean defense sector
LNG shipping and terminal operators
005930.KS 1ST
▾
HIGH
Chinese AI hardware indices outperform broad market
China's STAR Board and ChiNext indices, heavily weighted toward AI hardware and semiconductor stocks, have been trending upward and will continue to outperform the broader Shanghai Composite. The structural shift toward advanced manufacturing and AI demand supports these indices, while large-cap banks and consumer stocks lag.
STAR Board Index LONG
CNXT LONG
Defense stocks benefit from post-conflict restocking
The end of active US-Iran conflict means defense spending will accelerate to replenish depleted weapons stocks, and structural global rearmament trends persist. Defense stocks are seen benefiting from post-conflict restocking, making them attractive.
Korean defense sector LONG
LNG shipping and terminals benefit from Hormuz de-risking
Countries will diversify energy supply chains away from the Strait of Hormuz after recent tensions. This creates long-term demand for LNG shipping and terminal operators as alternative transport infrastructure becomes critical, independent of oil price direction.
LNG shipping and terminal operators LONG
Korean memory stocks still cheap on earnings
Korean memory chip makers Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix have seen huge share price increases, yet their valuations have not expanded because earnings estimates are surging even faster. The stocks are still considered cheap relative to growth, with no valuation re-rating despite strong performance.
005930.KS LONG
000660.KS LONG
Japanese semiconductor equipment stocks gain structural weight
Japanese semiconductor equipment makers are global top-tier, and their market cap share keeps increasing, reflecting the long-term structural AI buildout. Even skeptics accept AI's future, so equipment demand won't be a short cycle, making these stocks attractive.
SMH LONG
HIGH
01:54
Jun 19
Jun 19
028050.KS
375500.KS
028260.KS 1ST
047040.KS 1ST
▾
HIGH
Reconstruction theme beginning, buy after ceasefire
The reconstruction theme is just beginning, not over. Actual orders for energy facilities are highly likely after a real ceasefire and reopening, with Middle East clients already discussing reconstruction and task forces forming. Samsung Engineering is the purest overseas EPC play with the highest Middle East exposure among domestic builders. DL E&C offers high beta to the theme and uniquely maintained its Iran office throughout the war, giving it an advantage in post-ceasefire Iran reconstruction negotiations. These two stocks should be bought once a definitive ceasefire is confirmed.
028050.KS WATCH
375500.KS WATCH
Samsung C&T top construction pick with catalysts
Samsung C&T is the top pick in the construction sector. It uniquely benefits from the semiconductor rally through its large Samsung Electronics stake. On the operational side, it has strong catalysts: nuclear exposure via Team Korea for the Vietnam nuclear project, potential US investment themes, and expansion into solar energy operations in the US. Earnings are set to trend consistently upward quarter-on-quarter. The target price is 650,000 KRW, implying significant upside.
028260.KS LONG
Daewoo E&C expensive, lacks momentum
Daewoo E&C is currently expensive on valuation and driven by event stories, not fundamentals. The remaining story is the Vietnam nuclear project in Q3, but the exact timing is uncertain, and the stock lacks near-term momentum. Until clear news flow materializes, the stock is likely to stay range-bound and underwhelm.
047040.KS AVOID
HIGH
01:25
Jun 19
Jun 19
005930.KS
000660.KS
240810.KQ
403870.KQ
NST
▾
HIGH
Memory super cycle lifts both Korean leaders
The global memory super cycle is driven by severe shortages and insatiable AI demand, with big tech CEOs complaining about high prices but unable to force supply increases. Among Korean stocks, only Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix combine strong earnings quality with deep undervaluation relative to Micron, so institutional and retail money will keep flowing into these two names as the only major re-rating candidates in the market.
005930.KS LONG
000660.KS LONG
Watch equipment stocks until volatility settles
Memory capex expansion is inevitable given the severe supply shortages, which directly benefits semiconductor equipment makers. Companies such as Wonik IPS, HPSP, and NST will see improved fundamentals, but current valuations are expensive and volatility is high, so the best approach is to put them on a watchlist and accumulate only when price action stabilizes.
240810.KQ WATCH
403870.KQ WATCH
NST WATCH
HIGH
00:44
Jun 19
Jun 19
005930.KS
000660.KS
009150.KS
402340.KS 1ST
032830.KS 1ST
▾
HIGH
Buy Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix.
The market is being led solely by semiconductor stocks like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. Most other sectors and the KOSDAQ are weak, with many stocks declining even as the KOSPI rises. Earnings growth outside semiconductors is scarce, and chasing other stocks is risky. Investors should concentrate on the semiconductor leaders and avoid broad stock-picking.
005930.KS LONG
000660.KS LONG
Samsung Electro-Mechanics momentum is strong.
Samsung Electro-Mechanics has broken out to new all-time highs alongside Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, showing strong momentum. It is one of the favored trio in the semiconductor space, outperforming a slower peer like LG Innotek.
009150.KS LONG
Holding companies benefit as semiconductor proxies.
Institutions are unable to add more Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix due to limits, so they are redirecting funds into holding companies that own large stakes in these semiconductor leaders. SK Square, Samsung Life Insurance, and Samsung C&T are acting as proxies, and their shares are rallying strongly on this flow.
402340.KS LONG
032830.KS LONG
028260.KS LONG
Avoid Hyundai Motor, margins falling.
Hyundai Motor is underperforming with declining operating margins, weak price momentum, and no near-term earnings growth catalyst. While its medium- to long-term physical AI story may be valid, it is not a good holding right now, and investors should consider selling and reallocating.
005380.KS AVOID
Power equipment stocks gain from AI bottlenecks.
AI-driven power bottlenecks are drawing attention to Korean power equipment stocks. JP Morgan has highlighted that the power side will be a constraint, leading to front-loaded investments. Specific names like HD Hyundai Electric, LS ELECTRIC, and Hyosung Heavy Industries are gaining interest, with differentiation based on transformers vs. distribution boards.
267260.KS LONG
010120.KS LONG
298040.KS LONG
LG Innotek momentum too slow, avoid.
LG Innotek is lagging its semiconductor peers. It is struggling to break above its previous highs, and the speed of its move is too slow. Among the four major semiconductor-related stocks, it should be removed from the basket because the momentum is weak.
011070.KS AVOID
HIGH
00:23
Jun 19
Jun 19
005930.KS
009150.KS
042700.KS
319660.KS 1ST
KOSDAQ Index
▾
HIGH
Korean memory semi complex in structural bull
Korean semiconductor heavyweights Samsung Electronics, SK hynix, and allied component names like Samsung Electro-Mechanics are in a structural uptrend driven by AI-era demand, global memory supply shortages described as a once-in-a-century flood, and concentrated institutional buying. The speaker notes that domestic institutions poured nearly 7 trillion won into Samsung Electronics alone, that SK hynix is marching toward 300,000 won, and that earnings visibility justifies the extreme market concentration in these names.
005930.KS LONG
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Korean semi equipment plays on global capex
Korean semiconductor equipment names such as Hanmi Semiconductor and PSK have a differentiated edge as global suppliers with open capacity that directly benefit from the global chip expansion cycle, including Trump’s push for U.S. production. The speaker highlights that these companies are truly global, their end-market is not limited to Korea, and they are rising strongly alongside the memory rally.
042700.KS LONG
319660.KS LONG
KOSDAQ may pop on selective policy intervention
The KOSDAQ index is likely to get a policy‑driven boost in July from a government plan to create a premier league of roughly 70 top‑cap stocks that institutions can buy. The speaker expects the index to rise as these select names attract mandated flows, even though he doubts a broad KOSDAQ recovery will materialize.
KOSDAQ Index WATCH
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Jun 18
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MSCI inclusion difficult, negative for KOSPI
Korea's MSCI developed market inclusion faces significant hurdles, including FX market accessibility, omnibus accounts not yet operational, and short-selling infrastructure issues; recent review shows many items needing improvement, making inclusion unlikely, which is negative for KOSPI foreign inflows.
EWY AVOID
Memory Big Three lead AI capex boom
AI infrastructure spending requires massive memory purchases; the three dominant memory makers (Samsung, SK Hynix, Micron) are the direct and inevitable beneficiaries, now called 'M3', outperforming the old 'M7' as AI capex flows aggressively into memory.
MU LONG
005930.KS LONG
000660.KS LONG
Oil prices face geopolitical upside pressure
Geopolitical tensions around the Iran-US nuclear deal aftermath and Strait of Hormuz are adding a structural premium to oil prices; even with a price cap, crude is expected to face upward pressure and remain elevated.
WTI LONG
HIGH
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Jun 18
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Keep adding to market’s semiconductor leaders.
The Korean market's rise is earnings-driven, not a bubble, and the market's center—semiconductor leaders Samsung Electronics and SK hynix—will continue to lead. Despite poor market breadth, high volatility from single-stock leveraged ETFs, and psychologically jarring drawdowns, the safest and most comfortable investment strategy is to keep adding to these core semiconductor leaders rather than trying to time the swings. He stresses that the underlying earnings trend remains strong, and episodic uncertainties or noise should not trigger selling.
005930.KS LONG
000660.KS LONG
MED
22:20
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Jun 18
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Semiconductors surge on Trump put and flows.
Trump's intervention, Iran peace deal, and upcoming Micron earnings have sparked a powerful rally in semiconductors and AI hardware stocks. Strong retail inflows are driving market leadership, and the 'Trump put' is suppressing macro concerns, leading to a significant broad rebound in the sector.
SOXX LONG
Intel surges on Trump's direct endorsement.
Trump directly tweeted about his administration's help to Intel and questioned if he should buy more, triggering a 10% surge. This is a direct 'Trump put' on Intel, with potential for further government support and national champion status in US chip manufacturing.
INTC LONG
Micron rallies into strong earnings expectations.
Ahead of its upcoming earnings, Wall Street is aggressively raising price targets, and the market is pricing in strong HBM and memory demand, making Micron a key catalyst for the semiconductor rally.
MU LONG
Marvell upgraded on optical networking growth.
KeyBanc raised Marvell's price target to $385, citing expected fast synergy from its optical networking subsidiary; target could reach $450 as AI networking demand accelerates.
MRVL LONG
SpaceX dip is a gradual buy opportunity.
SpaceX stock corrected after its IPO spike, but long-term growth outlook remains strong with Starlink expansion and contracts; the speaker suggests accumulating gradually over time rather than chasing near-term FOMO.
SPCX WATCH
HIGH
14:55
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Jun 18
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SK hynix to become #1 market cap.
SK hynix is poised to overtake Samsung Electronics as Korea's largest market cap. Pure memory focus benefits from legacy memory demand, while Samsung is weighed down by foundry issues and weak cash cow businesses like handsets and appliances. SK hynix also holds a valuable Kioxia stake (invested ~4 trillion won, stock surging) and could re-rate to Micron-like valuation multiples (10-11x P/E) with a potential ADR listing. Despite the psychological risk of a top when it becomes #1, the overall semiconductor sector remains attractive and SK hynix's valuation is still compelling.
000660.KS LONG
PSK Holdings trades at 12x forward earnings.
PSK Holdings is a deeply undervalued semiconductor equipment stock. Intel accounts for 15% of its revenue, and the recent Intel rally creates tailwind. Forward P/E based on 2026 earnings estimates is only 12x, making it exceptionally cheap for a semiconductor equipment name. The stock held up well in a weak KOSDAQ environment, suggesting strong institutional interest.
031980.KQ LONG
HL Mando is Goldman's top robotics pick.
Goldman Sachs named HL Mando as its top Korean robotics pick, highlighting the company's actuator technology. The stock surged on the report. Robotics is a long-term theme, and HL Mando is a key beneficiary in the local value chain as a pure play on actuators for robots and autonomous driving.
204320.KS LONG
Mobis wins from robot after-sales service.
Hyundai Mobis will be the main beneficiary of future robotics after-sales service, analogous to how AS is a huge profit pool in the auto industry. Goldman Sachs highlighted Mobis as its second key Korean robotics play, and the company has actuator parts for Boston Dynamics' Atlas. When robots are mass produced, maintenance and AS revenue will be substantial, making Mobis a long-term cash cow.
012330.KS LONG
Monitor Alteogen for KOSDAQ tier catalyst.
Alteogen is the largest KOSDAQ market cap in biotech and could lead the sector when the new KOSDAQ tier system is implemented in July. The company held up well despite broad biotech selling, and its decision to stay on KOSDAQ to be the top dog could attract passive inflows. He plans to actively monitor the stock.
196170.KQ WATCH
HD Hyundai Heavy mirrors Wärtsilä growth.
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries mirrors the growth story of Finnish marine engine maker Wärtsilä, which surged 150% in a year on demand for ship-based energy solutions for data centers. HD Hyundai Heavy Industries is well positioned in ship engines and can benefit from the same data center power generation trend, giving it meaningful momentum.
329180.KS LONG
Hotel Shilla benefits from weak won tourism.
Weak Korean won is boosting inbound tourism, and Hotel Shilla is a direct beneficiary. Despite being expensive, the hotel benefits from non-price-sensitive foreign visitors from Europe and the Americas. FX tailwinds make Hotel Shilla and other hotel/department store names attractive as niche trades.
008770.KS LONG
Buy SK Square as SK hynix proxy.
Fund managers are hitting single-stock concentration limits on Samsung Electronics and SK hynix. As a workaround, they will buy holding companies to gain additional exposure. SK Square, the holding company of SK hynix, is a direct beneficiary of this forced buying. The 10% cap on active funds means they need holding company proxies.
377300.KS LONG
HIGH
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Jun 18
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Technical breakout despite expensive valuation
Samsung Electro-Mechanics is showing a powerful technical breakout to new all-time highs with increasing volume, making the chart a textbook buy despite the speaker’s personal view that the stock is fundamentally expensive. The market is pricing in an explosion in MLCC demand (multilayer ceramic capacitor) and the company’s early leadership in silicon capacitors, which enable thinner and more efficient semiconductor packaging.
009150.KS LONG
AI catalysts will drive catch-up rally
Samsung Electronics will also move higher as it catches up to SK hynix’s rally, supported by specific AI-related catalysts such as Google TPU, Neuralink, and Tesla supply expectations. Although it has been a frustrating underperformer, broad semiconductor demand and investor positioning into related names support further upside.
005930.KS LONG
Rotation from semis after global auto bottom
Hyundai Motor and Kia are poised to rally when global automotive heavyweights like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Toyota find a bottom or stop falling. The Korean duo has shown relative strength by holding up far better than global peers, and Korean funds will eventually rotate back into them after the current extreme concentration in Samsung Electronics and SK hynix fades.
000270.KS LONG
005380.KS LONG
ADR listing event will boost valuation
SK hynix will continue to rise strongly because its upcoming ADR listing event in July will create arbitrage pressure between the Korean and US markets. US investors typically assign higher valuations, so the Korean price will be pulled up to narrow the gap, alongside the stock's overall leadership in AI-driven memory demand. The speaker also expresses a long-term view that SK hynix can reach 300,000 KRW.
000660.KS LONG
Sector trend alive, buy on dips
The Korean shipbuilding sector is in a solid uptrend and today’s market-wide decline represents a normal dip rather than a trend break. The sector’s trend remains intact, so buying into weakness is warranted.
Korean shipbuilding sector LONG
Nuclear plant news, buy on pullback
Doosan Enerbility and the nuclear power sector are attractive on the current pullback. The government’s announcement to resume building nuclear plants after 15 years is a major, tangible catalyst that was quickly sold off along with the broader market, creating a dip-buying opportunity.
034020.KS LONG
Strong above 20-day moving average
Korean transformer-related stocks that are holding above the 20-day moving average are technically strong relative to the KOSDAQ index. Such strength indicates institutional or foreign accumulation, making them buyable on pullbacks because a new leg up is likely when the broader market stabilizes.
Korean Transformer Sector LONG
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Autonomous driving DRAM demand supports Samsung/Hynix
Autonomous vehicle DRAM demand could become a major new application, potentially reaching 10-40% of current smartphone DRAM demand by 2030. This 'physical AI endgame' will serve as the relief pitcher for Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, offsetting oversupply as new capacity comes online. The market is likely to start pricing in this catalyst around 2028, pulling forward 2030 estimates and providing a new narrative that supports stock prices even if DRAM prices soften. In contrast, humanoid robot DRAM demand will remain too small (at most a few percent of smartphone demand) to matter.
000660.KS WATCH
005930.KS WATCH
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SK Hynix leads AI memory super cycle.
The market outside semiconductors is entering a bearish phase. Only the top semiconductor-related names—Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, Samsung Electro-Mechanics, and LG Innotek—are structurally safe. All other sectors, including KOSDAQ, will continue to lose money and suffer severe polarization. Investors should concentrate long positions in these four and avoid or reduce everything else.
000660.KS LONG
009150.KS LONG
SK Square is forced proxy for SK Hynix.
SK Square is the cleanest proxy for SK Hynix. As institutional investors hit concentration limits on SK Hynix (30% cap), they are forced to buy SK Square to maintain exposure. The holding company discount and the SK Hynix stake value alone justify current prices, and the stock is lifting in tandem with SK Hynix.
402340.KS LONG
Only four semi stocks survive the bear phase.
The market outside semiconductors is entering a bearish phase. Only the top semiconductor-related names—Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, Samsung Electro-Mechanics, and LG Innotek—are structurally safe. All other sectors, including KOSDAQ, will continue to lose money and suffer severe polarization. Investors should concentrate long positions in these four and avoid or reduce everything else.
005930.KS LONG
011070.KS LONG
KOSDAQ Index AVOID
Buy nuclear, ship, transformer dips on 20-day.
Nuclear, shipbuilding, and transformer stocks that maintain their 20-day moving averages are the best dip-buying candidates. Doosan Enerbility (nuclear), Hyundai Electric (transformers), and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (shipbuilding) have strong trends and were sold off today purely due to rotational flows into semiconductors. This pullback is a buy opportunity as underlying themes remain intact.
267260.KS LONG
034020.KS LONG
329180.KS LONG
PSK trades at 12x forward earnings, cheap.
PSK (the operating company) is a semiconductor equipment stock trading at only 12x forward earnings based on next year's estimates, despite strong exposure to Intel, Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron. The stock is significantly undervalued relative to the broader equipment sector and should re-rate as the Intel recovery and device demand materialize.
005510.KS LONG
Goldman picks HL Mando as robot actuator play.
HL Mando was singled out by Goldman Sachs as a top pick for the Korean robot theme because of its advanced actuator technology required for humanoid robots. The stock surged on the report and still has room as robot supply chains develop, particularly in Boston Dynamics and Tesla-related ecosystems.
204320.KS LONG
Hyundai Mobis wins robot aftermarket AS revenue.
Hyundai Mobis will capture the long-duration aftermarket and service revenue from robots. Just as car dealers earn most of their profit from after-sales service, robots will generate a massive AS parts and maintenance stream. Hyundai Mobis, as the key parts/AS arm within the Hyundai Motor Group, is structurally positioned to benefit from the robot installed base growth.
012330.KS LONG
Buy resilient KoSDAQ semi equipment small-caps.
Small-cap semiconductor equipment stocks like Wonik IPS and Iotech were resilient during the extreme semiconductor rally, and foreign investors were net buyers of these names. These stocks are displaying relative strength and could outperform when the concentration in memory chips eventually broadens into the equipment space.
039030.KQ LONG
030530.KQ LONG
Weaker won and tourism boom lift Hotel Shilla.
Hotel Shilla is a direct beneficiary of the weak Korean won and surging inbound tourism. Hotel room rates have skyrocketed to 1 million KRW per night even on weekdays, and foreign tourists, especially from the US and Europe, find these rates relatively cheap due to FX effects. The company's hotel segment is booming, providing a niche investment angle outside semiconductors.
008770.KS LONG
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Jun 18
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Four semiconductor leaders will continue outperforming.
The Korean stock market is entering a bear market except for semiconductor leaders, specifically Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, Samsung Electro-Mechanics, and LG Innotek, which will continue to outperform due to strong semiconductor demand and liquidity concentration as money flees other sectors.
005930.KS LONG
000660.KS LONG
009150.KS LONG
011070.KS LONG
Avoid KOSDAQ and non-semiconductor stocks.
KOSDAQ and non-semiconductor stocks are in a bear market with shrinking liquidity and double-top technical patterns; chasing rebounds outside semiconductors is dangerous and likely to lead to further losses as only semiconductor names attract funds.
KOSDAQ Index AVOID
Korean semiconductor equipment stocks are unappealing.
Korean semiconductor equipment stocks have not risen alongside semiconductor leaders despite positive capex news, with already high valuations and a lack of price reaction indicating limited near-term upside; the speaker lacks conviction to bet on them.
471990.KS AVOID
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09:01
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Concentration continues until bull market ends
The AI-driven semiconductor bull market is intact. Valuations are not excessive: Micron's FY27 EPS of $160 gives just 9.4x P/E, so Korean memory names have room to run. FOMC noise is irrelevant to semiconductors. The extreme concentration into Samsung Electronics and SK hynix will continue until the overall bull market ends and 80% of participants declare them overvalued. Stay long and buy dips.
005930.KS LONG
000660.KS LONG
Easy proxy for SK hynix exposure
SK Square holds a 20% stake in SK hynix and acts as a simple proxy for investors who face position limits on SK hynix itself. When the memory rally pushes SK hynix up, SK Square rises in tandem. Recent shareholder return discussions and an ADR listing add incremental appeal. It is an easy way to add exposure.
402340.KS LONG
AI server MLCC catalyst drives re-rating
A TrendForce report indicates MLCCs are replacing aluminum capacitors in new AMD accelerators, increasing MLCC content per board from 1400 to over 1500 units. Samsung Electro-Mechanics, with ~40-50% of revenue from MLCC, is the prime beneficiary. AI server MLCC demand is growing fast and could surpass the smartphone market, justifying a re-rating of the stock.
009150.KS LONG
Buy Hyundai Motor on 600k pullback
Hyundai Motor target prices are widely dispersed (690k–1,200k KRW), a sign of healthy debate rather than a crowded top. A recent bearish report valued Boston Dynamics at just 50t KRW, which is too conservative; a fairer 100t KRW valuation and FY27 earnings give a target near 800k KRW. The stock is currently neglected due to semiconductor concentration, so wait for a pullback toward 600k KRW as a compelling entry.
005380.KS WATCH
Needs 110,000 KRW resistance breakout
New nuclear power plant site selection is a positive momentum signal for Doosan Enerbility. Technically, the stock must break and settle above the 110,000 KRW resistance level; today it touched 109,300 and pulled back. Once that level is cleared, a new uptrend can begin. The actual plant completion is far off, so treat primarily as a momentum trade.
034020.KS WATCH
Front-end equipment uptrends intact, buy dips
Despite extreme market concentration into memory leaders, Korean front-end semiconductor equipment stocks have held up well, indicating strong underlying demand. Names like PSK, Jeju Semiconductor, VM, Wonik IPS, TES, and KoMiCo are forming higher lows and maintaining uptrends. Pullbacks from the current semiconductor capex cycle offer buying opportunities, especially when looking at the trend of rising lows in stocks like KoMiCo.
319660.KS LONG
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183300.KQ LONG
Avoid Samhwa Condenser, expensive and volatile
Samhwa Condenser rallied sharply on MLCC-related momentum, but even under an optimistic earnings recovery to 30 billion won, the stock trades at 60x P/E, which is not cheap. It is more volatile than Samsung Electro-Mechanics and will fall harder on pullbacks. Samsung Electro-Mechanics is the better way to play the MLCC theme.
001820.KS AVOID
Substrate uptrend continues, AI packaging demand
LG Innotek's substrate business has settled into a steady uptrend after the initial AI-related spike. The fundamental trend from AI packaging demand is intact, and the consolidation pattern is healthy. The previous high will be retested and surpassed over time; only timing is uncertain. The outlook is cleanly positive.
011070.KS LONG
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AI agent payments will boost crypto infrastructure
AI agents will increasingly perform execution tasks like travel booking and shopping, requiring new payment infrastructure. Traditional card networks cannot handle the high-frequency, micro-transaction nature of AI-to-AI payments, making blockchain-based stablecoins and fast, low-cost networks essential. The standardization war among Coinbase, Mastercard, and Google will determine the winners, but the adoption wave will benefit the crypto payment rails and companies building the new standard.
SOL LONG
POL LONG
MA LONG
GOOGL LONG
COIN LONG
HIGH
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Jun 18
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Memory and storage semiconductors are resilient.
The memory and storage semiconductor sector is a top safe-haven choice amid market uncertainty. Demand is extremely strong, with TrendForce reporting 'extremely tight' NAND supply and ongoing price increases. Companies in this space, like Micron, Western Digital, and Seagate, are outperforming the broader market, demonstrating their resilience to macro factors like interest rates.
MU LONG
WDC LONG
STX LONG
CPU sector is a key AI beneficiary.
The CPU sector is emerging as another key beneficiary of the AI trend, following memory chips. Key players are showing strong performance and have specific positive catalysts. Intel is making progress with its 1.8nm process, and ARM Holdings is hitting new highs, indicating broad strength across the CPU ecosystem.
INTC LONG
AMD LONG
ARM LONG
Tesla's Robotaxi is a major catalyst.
Tesla's stock has a major upcoming catalyst in its Robotaxi business. The Q2 delivery numbers and, more importantly, Elon Musk's conference call commentary on the Robotaxi timeline will be critical drivers. Positive real-world data on FSD performance from Europe further supports the long-term thesis, making the upcoming announcements a key event to watch.
TSLA WATCH
Post-war stocks benefit from lower oil.
The end of the war in the Middle East, signaled by the US-Iran agreement, will lead to lower oil prices. This benefits specific sectors that are sensitive to fuel and transportation costs. UBS identifies construction-related retailers (Lowe's, Home Depot), consumer staples (P&G), and logistics (UPS) as key beneficiaries of this trend.
LOW LONG
PG LONG
HD LONG
UPS LONG
Broadcom is currently undervalued by market.
Broadcom is currently undervalued by the market. Despite some concerns about competition and its order backlog, JP Morgan believes the market's worries are excessive. At its current price level, the stock presents an attractive investment opportunity.
AVGO LONG
Space technology sector is showing rebound.
The space technology sector is showing signs of a rebound after a period of decline. AST SpaceMobile's recent successful satellite launch has provided a positive catalyst, and Blue Origin's plan to resume launches by year-end adds to the positive momentum. This suggests a potential turning point for space-related stocks.
ASTS WATCH
LiDAR company Ouster benefits from physical AI.
Ouster, a LiDAR company, is a potential beneficiary of the move towards 'physical AI'. The company has been securing a series of supply contracts, and its stock chart is showing positive momentum. As some in the market believe LiDAR will be a crucial component for advanced robotics and autonomy, Ouster is a company to watch.
OUST WATCH
SpaceX has a strong supply-demand imbalance.
SpaceX's long-term value is not as a space company but as a core AI infrastructure provider. Its ultimate goal is to build data centers in space, overcoming Earth's physical limitations on power and land. The recent acquisition of Kursor strengthens its AI software capabilities. The key milestone is the commercialization of Starship, which will dramatically reduce launch costs and make this vision economically viable.
SPCX LONG
Robinhood stock is showing a turnaround.
Robinhood's stock is showing strong signs of a turnaround. The company has undertaken restructuring, including a 10% workforce reduction, which has been a positive trigger for the stock. With research firms like Argus now forecasting high growth, the stock is attractively positioned for a continued rebound from its bottom.
HOOD LONG
Abaco has solution for glass substrates.
Abaco, a Korean equipment company, has a potential solution to a key bottleneck in the manufacturing of next-generation glass substrates. Its advanced laser equipment is designed to address the challenges of creating Through-Glass Vias (TGV), a critical step. As the industry moves towards glass substrates for advanced packaging, companies that solve key manufacturing hurdles like Abaco could see significant demand.
083930.KQ LONG
Korean nuclear power sector is poised for rebound.
The Korean nuclear power sector is poised for a rebound. There are strong domestic catalysts, such as the selection of a new plant site, and significant international opportunities. A new US-Korea investment cooperation body is launching, and based on Japan's precedent, a large portion of this investment will likely target power projects, including SMRs and large nuclear plants, directly benefiting key players like Doosan Enerbility and the undervalued KEPCO.
015760.KS LONG
034020.KS LONG
Korean power equipment stocks are attractive.
Korean power equipment stocks have become attractive again after a 35% correction brought their valuations below 28x P/E, which is now cheaper than global peers. With strong Q2 earnings expected, positive FX tailwinds, and recent price hikes demonstrating pricing power, the sector is set for a rebound.
298040.KS LONG
Rotate to cheaper semiconductor materials stocks.
It's time for a rotation within the semiconductor 'So-Bu-Jang' (materials, parts, equipment) space. While equipment stocks have run up to high valuations (35-40x P/E), materials stocks like Dongjin Semichem, Soulbrain, and ENF Technology are trading at a much more attractive ~15x P/E. As the capex cycle is just beginning, these relatively cheaper materials companies offer a better entry point to play the theme.
Dongjin Semichem LONG
357780.KQ LONG
ENF LONG
Samsung Electro-Mechanics has huge growth potential.
Samsung Electro-Mechanics appears expensive on current earnings, but this is misleading. The market is starting to price in massive future growth from new markets like glass substrates, humanoid AI components, and automotive electronics, which are not reflected in current analyst consensus. As these earnings materialize, the P/E ratio will rapidly compress, following the classic 'buy high P/E, sell low P/E' pattern for a growth cyclical.
009150.KS LONG
Korean biotech sector is bottoming out.
The Korean biotech sector is showing signs of bottoming and is worth starting to accumulate. The sector has been neglected (an 'empty house'), and sentiment is poor, but the macro backdrop is improving, similar to the 2022 bottom. Key stocks like Alteogen have interesting strategic decisions to make that could attract passive flows. It's time to cautiously re-enter the sector.
196170.KQ WATCH
Korean nuclear stocks have strong momentum.
Korean nuclear power stocks are showing strong technical and fundamental momentum. Recent news of new domestic plant sites provides a catalyst, and the charts for key names like Doosan Enerbility, BHI, and KEPCO E&C show a bullish setup, rebounding off their 10-day moving averages. This is a good opportunity to trade the sector's momentum.
BHI LONG
KEPCO E&C LONG
KPS LONG
Medical AI Vuno has positive momentum.
Vuno, a medical AI company, is showing positive momentum driven by a strong clinical result for its cardiac arrest prediction tool. The news has triggered a positive chart pattern, with the stock crossing its 20-day moving average. This kind of setup can attract further momentum-based buying.
338220.KQ LONG
Kangwon Energy has new AI cooling catalyst.
Kangwon Energy has a new, specific catalyst driving its stock. The company announced a collaboration with Japan's Nidec, a major motor manufacturer, on liquid cooling solutions for AI data centers. This partnership provides a new growth angle beyond its previous association with lithium.
114190.KQ LONG
Naver is an attractive contrarian long. After a long period of underperformance, it has been designated a key AI partner by Nvidia's CEO, which provides a major catalyst. Its unique position as a non-Google search leader in a US-friendly country with vast local data makes it a strategic asset. A recent historic volume spike suggests a major change in ownership. While the B2B AI transformation will take time, the current low valuation offers a compelling risk-reward to bet on this turnaround.
035420.KS LONG
LG Group is the hardware provider for Physical AI.
The next major AI wave will be 'Physical AI' (humanoid robots), and LG Group is the premier hardware provider, or 'body,' for this revolution. It possesses a complete internal supply chain for critical components: LG Electronics (motors), LG Innotek (sensors), LG Display (displays), and LG Chem (batteries). Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's visit was to secure this strategic hardware partner, positioning the entire LG ecosystem for long-term growth.
TIGER_LG_GROUP_PLUS_ETF LONG
066570.KS LONG
AI agents will drive crypto payment adoption.
The next evolution of AI is 'execution AI'—agents that perform tasks, not just provide information. These agents will require a native digital payment layer for their high-frequency, micro-transactional nature, which traditional finance cannot handle. This creates a massive, fundamental use case for crypto, positioning efficient blockchains like Solana and Polygon, and stablecoin issuers like Circle, as the core infrastructure for this new economy.
MATIC-USD LONG
SOL LONG
COIN LONG
Doosan Group is a diversified AI infrastructure play.
Doosan Group is a diversified 'AI infrastructure gift set,' providing exposure to the three pillars of the AI era: energy (nuclear), semiconductors, and robotics. The group's ETF offers a balanced portfolio, combining high-growth ventures like Doosan Robotics with stable cash-flow businesses like Doosan Bobcat, making it an ideal way for investors to get comprehensive and risk-managed exposure to these critical long-term themes.
WOORI 200 Doosan Group Focus ETF LONG
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BlackRock IBIT keeps net inflows, bullish signal.
While overall spot Bitcoin ETFs have experienced significant net outflows this year, BlackRock's IBIT ETF has sustained net inflows over recent days. This indicates that institutional demand through the leading ETF continues, which is a constructive sign for Bitcoin and could point to accumulation even when broader flow data is weak.
IBIT LONG
CBDC ban rewards PayPal stablecoin business.
The US legislation that bans CBDCs while allowing private stablecoins is advancing, likely to pass. This will benefit major private stablecoin issuers like PayPal by removing central bank competition and solidifying the legal environment for their stablecoin businesses, driving growth and adoption.
PYPL LONG
ETF flows now drive Bitcoin more than rates.
Since the launch of spot Bitcoin ETFs, ETF fund flows have become a more powerful driver of Bitcoin price than Federal Reserve interest rate policy. Institutional flows respond more slowly and create longer-term demand, reducing Bitcoin's sensitivity to macro news. Going forward, ETF inflow data should be treated as the primary leading indicator for Bitcoin direction, with strong inflows needed in H2 to reverse the current stagnation.
BTC WATCH
STRC deep discount offers 13% effective yield.
Strategy's preferred stock (STRC) is trading at $89, a deep discount to its $100 par/liquidation value that Strategy is likely to maintain. Combined with an annual dividend yield of about 12.9%, the effective yield exceeds 13% if the price reverts to par, offering a fixed-income-like total return that the market is currently overlooking.
STRC LONG
Ceasefire and Hormuz reopening pressure oil lower.
The US-Iran ceasefire agreement and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz are set to remove a major geopolitical risk premium and increase oil supply availability. This development, combined with an already expected supply glut, points to further downward pressure on crude oil prices.
WTI SHORT
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LG Chem benefits from physical AI battery demand.
LG Chem’s secondary battery business will see a turnaround driven by new demand from physical AI applications. Humanoid robots, autonomous vehicles, robotaxis, and satellites all require batteries, creating an entirely new demand layer. The stock is now out of favor due to China competition and oil prices, but the structural demand shift from the physical AI era can lead to a significant re-rating.
051910.KS LONG
Doosan Robotics leads collaborative robots for physical AI.
Doosan Robotics is a global top-tier collaborative robot (cobot) company. Its cobots can work safely alongside humans and are already winning innovation awards (CES 2026 Best Innovation). The company is evolving from hardware to intelligent robot software solutions leveraging NVIDIA’s agentic AI, positioning it at the center of the physical AI ecosystem. Together with Doosan Bobcat’s stable cash flow and construction equipment dominance, the robotics segment offers both growth and stability.
454910.KS LONG
LG Group is NVIDIA’s physical AI hardware partner.
LG Group is uniquely positioned as the strategic hardware partner for NVIDIA in the physical AI era. The group offers a full stack of critical humanoid robot components: motors, gear reducers, sensors (LG Innotek), displays (LG Display), batteries (LG Chem), and system integration software (LG CNS), making it the best candidate for factory deployment of humanoid robots. NVIDIA’s CEO visit and previous collaborations confirm the strategic relationship. The TIGER LG Group Plus ETF provides diversified exposure to LG and related GS/LS affiliates poised to benefit from the robotics and AI infrastructure buildout.
TIGER LG그룹플러스 ETF LONG
LG Electronics is the core humanoid robot hardware play.
LG Electronics is the centerpiece of LG’s humanoid robot capabilities. The company designs and manufactures core components—motors, drives, gear reducers, and control systems—that enable precise human-like movement in humanoid robots. As physical AI scales, LG Electronics’ manufacturing integration and existing factory automation expertise position it as the primary beneficiary within the LG Group.
066570.KS LONG
LG Innotek rides AI and space component demand.
LG Innotek is a leading Korean components and materials company with strengths in sensors, 3D sensing, lidar, and communication modules. Japan’s stock market reached all-time highs largely due to its materials/parts sector, and the AI era will similarly highlight Korean 소부장 champions. A recent secret visit by SpaceX executives to LG Innotek validates its component capabilities and positions it for new growth from AI, robotics, and space.
011070.KS LONG
Doosan Group is a diversified AI infrastructure ETF.
Doosan Group is a comprehensive AI infrastructure play, with 90% of the Woori Doosan Group Focus ETF allocated evenly across nuclear power/energy, semiconductors, and robotics. The group offers diversified exposure to the AI buildout: Doosan Enerbility (nuclear, SMR, turbines), Doosan Tesna (semiconductor testing), Doosan (semiconductor materials for NVIDIA GPUs), and Doosan Robotics plus Doosan Bobcat (robotics and autonomous equipment). The ETF structure provides a balanced mix of stable cash-flow generators and high-growth future AI businesses.
우리 두산그룹포커스 ETF LONG
Doosan Enerbility catalysts from US nuclear cooperation imminent.
Doosan Enerbility is a unique global nuclear power equipment leader—the only company worldwide that can manufacture nuclear reactor vessels, SMR main components, and turbines simultaneously. A key near-term catalyst is the upcoming US-Korea investment cooperation, with project announcements expected within 2-3 months. Based on Japan’s precedent (where over 4 billion dollars of nuclear/power plant investments were announced after a bilateral agreement), Doosan Enerbility should be a direct beneficiary of large-scale US nuclear power plant orders.
034020.KS LONG
HIGH
02:18
Jun 18
Jun 18
000660.KS
005930.KS
035420.KS 1ST
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HIGH
Must-hold AI semiconductor core holdings.
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are must-hold core positions because global AI investment continues even if interest rates stay elevated, as shown by big tech’s heavy spending and Warren Buffett’s participation in Google’s AI-related share offering. Upcoming catalysts such as SK Hynix’s ADR listing, MSCI developed-market inclusion, and Micron’s earnings provide additional positive momentum, and the stocks should form at least 30–50% of a portfolio before adding other alpha plays.
000660.KS LONG
005930.KS LONG
Naver's B2B AI pivot with Nvidia.
Naver is transforming from a B2C advertising-led model to a B2B AI infrastructure provider, backed by a strong Nvidia partnership that supplies GPUs and gives it unique access to Korea’s massive user data. The historic volume spike in the stock signals fresh market interest, and the B2B AI revenue roadmap—projecting 0.85 T KRW by 2027 rising to 17 T KRW by 2031—offers a clear re‑rating catalyst. With government and Nvidia having already set the stage, Naver is now at an attractive entry price to start building a position and watch the AI transition unfold, despite residual skepticism.
035420.KS LONG
HIGH
01:49
Jun 18
Jun 18
SpaceX stock
GDX
SpaceX ETF
GLD
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HIGH
SpaceX index inclusion drives passive inflows.
SpaceX just listed and surged 49% in four days. Upcoming addition to Nasdaq, Russell, and MSCI indices will trigger massive passive fund flows into ETFs with high SpaceX weighting, driving further gains. She personally holds both SpaceX stock and ETF and recommends holding until index inclusion around late June to early July, then taking partial profits or accumulating on dips for those with risk tolerance.
SpaceX stock LONG
SpaceX ETF LONG
Gold mining ETFs attractive amid rate easing.
With the FOMC holding rates, inflation moderating, and potential for future rate cuts, gold is beginning to rise. In a prolonged easing environment, gold prices should continue to improve, making gold mining ETFs worth monitoring as part of a cyclical rotation.
GDX WATCH
GLD WATCH
HIGH
01:47
Jun 18
Jun 18
SPY 1ST
SILVER 1ST
WTI
▾
HIGH
US economy positive, stay long equities
The US economy remains positive: the upper tier of the K-shaped recovery is driving consumption and investment, the impact from the war was limited, and the AI cycle is in early stages. GDP growth was revised down only slightly (2.4% to 2.2%) and does not signal a breakdown. The speaker recommends continuing to view the economy positively, which supports a constructive stance on US equities.
SPY LONG
Avoid silver, upside limited by rates
Silver has limited upside because it is inversely correlated with interest rates, and the Fed is in a rate-hiking cycle. Industrial demand provides some support but is not enough to offset the negative impact from rising rates. The speaker would not buy silver and recommends selling if one holds it at a cost basis around 84 (currently 70).
SILVER AVOID
Oil downside limited, floor near $70
Oil prices (WTI) are expected to have a downside floor around $70. Although the Hormuz blockade may ease and supply will eventually increase, normalization will take time — 2-3 months for shipments, plus time for Middle Eastern producers to ramp up production. During the inventory drawdown period, oil will not fall dramatically, and further downside will be slow.
WTI WATCH
HIGH
01:23
Jun 18
Jun 18
KS 1ST
KQ 1ST
032280 1ST
Gangwon Energy
KOSDAQ
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HIGH
Nuclear stocks set for rebound today
Nuclear power stocks are presenting a rebound opportunity today. Charts show similar patterns with successful 10-day moving average support after pullbacks, and fresh catalysts reinforce the setup: new conventional nuclear plant plans in Yeongdeok, Gyeongbuk and SMR installation plans in Gijang, Busan. As long as the overall market does not collapse, nuclear names look attractive for a bounce. The speaker explicitly states that today is a day one can follow, but does not recommend picking only one name — the theme is broad.
KS LONG
MNC Solution: cheap, monopolistic defense parts
MNC Solution is a critical defense components supplier whose parts go into virtually every domestic defense platform, including K2 tanks. Production cannot happen without its servo motors and gear motors. Earnings are forecast to double from KRW 600bn this year to KRW 1,100bn next year. At a market cap of about KRW 850bn, the stock is cheap among defense names. Additional potential catalysts include European expansion and a strategic investor (SI) joining the ongoing M&A process, which could dramatically change the valuation narrative.
KQ LONG
Samyang Comtech defense parts steady climb
Samyang Comtech is a defense armor and parts maker that has been moving steadily higher without meaningful pullbacks after a long period of being depressed. The speaker sees it as a reasonable level, benefiting from the broader defense spending and demand themes.
032280 LONG
Gangwon Energy teams with Nidec on AI cooling
Gangwon Energy is rising sharply after announcing a collaboration with Japan's Nidec (a major global motor company) on AI data center liquid cooling systems. Nidec is a meaningful, credible partner, giving weight to the announcement. This positions the company in the AI infrastructure theme via thermal management.
Gangwon Energy LONG
KOSDAQ restructuring favors semiconductor equipment stocks
KOSDAQ is reducing its top-segment constituents from 100 to 70 names, creating a 'first league'. Eligibility will likely require a minimum market cap and, importantly, a track record of real earnings. Companies in semiconductor equipment/materials that are delivering strong profits are almost certain to be included, while bio and secondary battery names with poor earnings are likely to be excluded. This creates a structural demand catalyst for KOSDAQ semiconductor equipment and materials stocks.
KOSDAQ LONG
HIGH
00:23
Jun 18
Jun 18
Korea Semiconductor Equipment & Materials sector
005930.KS
298040.KS 1ST
009150.KS
034020.KS
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HIGH
Buy semiconductor equipment and materials now
The semiconductor capex cycle is just beginning, with equipment orders about to surge and materials to follow. Despite high valuations, the growth cycle will be stronger than past ones, and supply bottlenecks favor companies that can deliver. Equipment stocks trade near 40x earnings but the earnings trajectory will compress multiples; materials stocks are still at 15x earnings and offer cheaper entry. This is the early phase of an AI-driven infrastructure buildout, and the whole semiconductor materials/parts/equipment sector should be bought now.
Korea Semiconductor Equipment & Materials sector LONG
Samsung Electronics re-rating from 7x higher
Samsung Electronics trades at a 7x P/E while Micron trades at 10-11x. With an ADR listing ahead and the semiconductor cycle strengthening, Samsung is likely to re-rate higher, closing the valuation gap. The current low multiple provides a comfortable entry point for a core large-cap holding.
005930.KS LONG
Power equipment stocks recovering on earnings upgrades
Korean power equipment and transformer stocks fell 35% from their peak and now trade at a discount to global peers at about 28x earnings. Companies are raising product prices by 10% or more, and the weak won provides an earnings tailwind for these export-sensitive names. Second-quarter earnings checks remain positive, and meaningful foreign buying has returned this week. The sector is entering an earnings-driven recovery phase.
298040.KS LONG
Earnings surprise will compress Samsung Electro-Mechanics PE
Samsung Electro-Mechanics trades at 160 trillion won market cap with consensus earnings far too low. MLCC price increases started in April and substrate demand is expanding from AI edge, autonomous driving, and humanoid AI applications. Actual earnings next year could hit 5-6 trillion won rather than the 2.5 trillion consensus, compressing the P/E from over 100x to 20-30x. The market is under-reacting to these catalysts, making the stock a buy despite optically expensive multiples.
009150.KS LONG
Doosan Enerbility is nuclear's prime beneficiary
Doosan Enerbility is the ‘TSMC of nuclear power’—the key contractor that captures orders when KEPCO and KHNP win projects. Korea-US negotiations on nuclear and LNG are expected to yield concrete project announcements in June/July, and the SMR theme is gaining traction. Nuclear value chain expansion is at an early stage, and Doosan is the direct beneficiary of any new plant construction.
034020.KS LONG
Korean shipbuilders rally on policy tailwinds
Shipbuilding stocks are rallying on policy tailwinds: Trump’s expected MOU with Iran sets up regional reconstruction demand, and LNG projects plus US alliance cooperation create a new order pipeline. The sector’s strength is likely to show continuity, with both shipbuilders and pipe-fitting suppliers benefiting.
Korean shipbuilding sector LONG
Defense stocks continue to benefit from exports
Contrary to the simplistic view that a ceasefire hurts defense stocks, Korean defense companies are benefiting from European defense cooperation and solid export growth. Positive order data and deepening alliance structures support a favorable outlook, so the recent pullback is a buying opportunity rather than a reason to exit.
Korean defense sector LONG
Begin accumulating beaten-down Korean biotech
The US biotech ETF IBB historically reverses higher when oil prices roll over, and a similar setup is forming now. Domestic biotech is deeply out of favor, with KOSDAQ events and improved earnings visibility on the horizon. While not yet full conviction, the risk/reward favors starting to accumulate beaten-down biotech names, especially before Q3 catalysts and the potential AI drug discovery theme gain wider attention.
Korean biotech sector LONG
HIGH
23:28
Jun 17
Jun 17
009150.KS
011790.KS
011070.KS
083930.KQ 1ST
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MED
Glass substrates accelerate, Korean players benefit.
With AI semiconductor growth, demand for advanced packaging substrates is surging. Glass substrates offer superior thermal and electrical properties compared to organic substrates. TSMC is making progress in commercializing glass substrates, and Korean companies such as Samsung Electro-Mechanics, SKC, and LG Innotek are actively developing their own solutions. Although large-scale production is still 1–2 years away, sales expectations for glass substrates are rising and the segment presents an emerging investment theme.
009150.KS WATCH
011790.KS WATCH
011070.KS WATCH
Abaco solves TGV, key glass substrate enabler.
Abaco has developed advanced laser equipment to overcome the bottleneck of drilling through-glass vias (TGV) in glass substrates, a critical challenge for mass production. This positions the company as a key enabler for the emerging glass substrate market in AI semiconductor packaging.
083930.KQ LONG
MED
22:56
Jun 17
Jun 17
SPCX 1ST
▾
HIGH
Supply squeeze from index inclusion buying.
The SpaceX IPO float is only 4.9%, with staggered lock-ups. Several major indices (CRSP, FTSE Russell, MSCI) will include the stock in June–July, forcing passive funds to buy an estimated 30 trillion won worth, while institutional IPO investors are long-term holders unlikely to sell. This severe supply-demand imbalance creates a short-term upward pressure on the stock price, making it difficult for the price not to rise in the near term.
SPCX LONG
HIGH
22:13
Jun 17
Jun 17
LOW
AVGO
MU
HD 1ST
TSLA
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HIGH
Falling oil benefits Lowe's, Home Depot, P&G, UPS.
Falling oil prices driven by progress on the Iran peace deal benefit war-ending cyclical and value stocks such as Lowe's, Home Depot, Procter & Gamble, and UPS. These companies get a positive earnings tailwind from lower energy costs, creating intermediate momentum opportunities.
LOW LONG
HD LONG
PG LONG
UPS LONG
Broadcom undervalued, ASIC demand strong.
Broadcom is undervalued according to JP Morgan; the market is overly worried about competitive threats. ASIC chip demand remains strong, and the current stock price offers sufficient merit, despite some debate about RPO execution and diversification away from Broadcom by Google.
AVGO LONG
Memory semiconductors are safe haven amid uncertainty.
Memory semiconductors are a safe haven during market uncertainty and rising rates because of tight supply and rising NAND prices. TrendForce continues to report extreme tightness and supply shortages, supporting a sustained price uptrend. Micron specifically benefits from this dynamic and its stock is outperforming the broader market.
MU LONG
Robotaxi catalyst drives Tesla stock.
Tesla's upcoming Q2 delivery numbers and the robotaxi narrative are key catalysts. Wolf Research says robotaxi will make Tesla stock dance, and the speaker views robotaxi as the first step of physical AI. The conference call updates on robotaxi timing will be crucial for the stock.
TSLA LONG
US healthcare rises during market uncertainty.
US healthcare sector tends to rise during periods of market uncertainty, offering defensive characteristics that are distinct from Korean biotech. This makes it a useful reference for portfolio positioning when volatility picks up.
XLV LONG
Lidar key for physical AI, Ouster positioned.
Lidar company Ouster has been actively announcing supply contracts and its chart is improving. As the market moves toward physical AI, lidar could become a critical component, potentially making Ouster an interesting beneficiary.
OUST WATCH
Robinhood turnaround with cost cuts and growth.
Robinhood is showing a turnaround after cutting 10% of its workforce, which acted as a trigger for a stock rebound. Argus Research sees high growth potential, and the stock appears to be bottoming, making it worth monitoring.
HOOD LONG
HIGH
13:30
Jun 17
Jun 17
USD/KRW short
Long KRW
EWY
SPY
JPY/USD
▾
HIGH
Won to strengthen toward 1,300
The Korean won is severely undervalued and should strengthen toward 1,300 KRW per USD from around 1,500, driven by a record current account surplus, strong exports, Korea's growing attractiveness as a reserve currency for central banks (second only to Singapore among non-G7 currencies), and the expected calming effect of 24-hour FX trading starting in July which will absorb speculative offshore NDF flows. The government signaled discomfort above 1,550, and the dollar index peak is already past, supporting a long-term won appreciation cycle.
USD/KRW short LONG
Long KRW LONG
KOSPI to rally on foreign inflows
If the won strengthens gradually toward 1,300 while semiconductor exports remain robust, foreign investors will return to Korean stocks to capture both currency gains and equity upside, creating a consensus trade that could push the KOSPI significantly higher. Korea has pricing power in exports, so won appreciation will not derail exports.
EWY LONG
Dollar peak means US stocks less attractive
The US Dollar Index has been in a multi-year uptrend and peaked around Trump's inauguration in January 2025. It is now trending down, and this decline is likely to persist, making US equities progressively less attractive while opportunities in non-US markets, especially Korea, become relatively more appealing.
SPY AVOID
Watch for yen carry trade unwind
Speculative short positioning in the Japanese yen has surged to levels last seen just before the violent 2022 yen carry trade unwind. Japan is normalizing rates while the US pressures for orderly appreciation, yet the market is heavily betting on continued yen weakness under Prime Minister Takaichi. This extreme positioning creates a risk of another sharp yen rally that would trigger forced liquidation of carry trade assets and cause broad market turmoil.
JPY/USD WATCH
FXY WATCH
Managed yuan strength supports Chinese assets
China is deliberately managing the yuan to strengthen in a controlled manner to build credentials as a reserve currency. Holding yuan-denominated assets now should benefit from this managed appreciation trend over time, even though China tightly controls its currency.
Chinese yuan (CNY) LONG
Yuan-denominated assets LONG
HIGH
12:30
Jun 17
Jun 17
DND Pharmatech
012450.KS
ABL Bio
010140.KS
042660.KS
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HIGH
DND MASH drug licensing deal imminent
DND Pharmatech’s MASH (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis) treatment candidate DD01 showed very strong efficacy at 24 weeks and 36 weeks in an ongoing 48-week trial. The CEO indicated they are in licensing negotiations with Big Pharma and could secure a deal worth 2 to 4 trillion won. The stock has been beaten down but is now breaking out with potential for further upside as the deal materializes.
DND Pharmatech LONG
Hanwha Aerospace cheap, strong defense catalyst
Hanwha Aerospace is the preferred pick among Korean defense stocks. It trades at only 24x PER compared with LIG Nex1’s 50x and Korea Aerospace’s 35x, yet it has strong catalysts from European defense expansion (Poland, joint venture with Rheinmetall) and US Defense Production Act, which will increase orders for Korean alternative suppliers.
012450.KS LONG
Oversold ABL Bio rebounding with platform deals
ABL Bio, a biotech platform company, has fallen more than 70% from its high and is now showing signs of a technical turnaround. The company previously signed Korea’s largest licensing deals and still has platform value that can attract further collaborations in the second half. The speaker says wait for a breakout above 120,000 won to confirm the trend, but the stock is oversold and no longer scary.
ABL Bio WATCH
Shipbuilders breaking out on new orders
Korean shipbuilders Samsung Heavy Industries and Hanwha Ocean are breaking out of a multi-month box range. Samsung Heavy won FLNG orders and Hanwha Ocean has a submarine catalyst plus FLNG discussions with Canada. The overall trend is positive and the stocks are in a recovery phase.
010140.KS LONG
042660.KS LONG
Buy SK Hynix on dips, HBM supercycle
SK Hynix is a long-term hold to buy on dips. The HBM price for next year has already been contracted at more than double the current price, so the HBM revenue proportion and profit margin will increase substantially. Additionally, SK Hynix is expected to cancel shares equivalent to the amount of the ADR issued, which will prevent dilution and be shareholder-friendly. The speaker bought more SK Hynix during today’s morning decline.
000660.KS LONG
HIGH
11:30
Jun 17
Jun 17
KS
EWY
Korean defense sector
Korean secondary battery sector
Korean reconstruction sector
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HIGH
Prepare exit strategy for Samjeonnix near targets
Samsung Electronics and SK hynix have led the rally but the percentage return is shrinking as the stocks approach their target prices. Once Samsung exceeds 400,000 won and SK hynix exceeds 300,000 won, selling pressure may emerge as high-net-worth investors lock in profits. It is time to start considering an exit strategy and calculating selling zones.
KS WATCH
KOSPI has only 10% upside left
With the KOSPI at 8,800 and only about 10% upside remaining to the year-end target of 10,000, the risk-reward is becoming less favorable. This narrow upside means the index itself warrants caution, as further gains from current levels will be limited and could lead to choppy conditions.
EWY WATCH
Defense sector orders and political catalysts strong
Defense sector continues to attract strong orders and the outlook remains positive. The potential for Trump to campaign on increased defense spending during the midterm elections could act as an additional catalyst, sustaining momentum in the sector.
Korean defense sector LONG
Secondary battery earnings could surprise positively
Secondary battery sector may surprise with better-than-expected Q2 earnings. If positive guidance emerges, there is potential for a momentum rebound, making the sector worth attention during earnings season.
Korean secondary battery sector LONG
Avoid reconstruction theme due to profit uncertainty
Reconstruction-themed stocks related to the Middle East carry high uncertainty. Questions remain about whether Korean companies can actually win profitable contracts, especially against Chinese competition. Chasing this theme is risky.
Korean reconstruction sector AVOID
HIGH
11:04
Jun 17
Jun 17
005930.KS
039490.KS 1ST
010140.KS
034020.KS
042660.KS
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HIGH
Samsung undervalued, set to rise further
Samsung Electronics remains undervalued with improving foundry and memory outlook; along with SK Hynix it will drive KOSPI to 10,000; market expects further upside.
005930.KS LONG
Securities stocks on record deposit and ETF boom
Securities stocks will benefit from surging customer deposits (120 trillion won) and booming ETF trading, generating strong interest and commission income; Kiwoom Securities is the sector leader.
039490.KS LONG
Samsung Heavy a direct FLNG beneficiary
Samsung Heavy Industries is the purest play on FLNG orders; the company recently secured FLNG deal and has further project visibility.
010140.KS LONG
Doosan Enerbility oversold, gas turbine play
Doosan Enerbility oversold after recent drop; strong order backlog in gas turbines and potential SMR projects, valuation attractive, likely to rebound to 12-13k won.
034020.KS LONG
Hanwha Ocean catalyst from sub and LNG
Hanwha Ocean is a prime beneficiary of defense submarine orders and Canadian FLNG project; recent Korea-Canada summit adds diplomatic tailwind for contract wins.
042660.KS LONG
LIG Nex1 JV opens European defense market
LIG Nex1's joint venture with Germany's Rheinmetall opens European defense market for Korean firms, marking a breakthrough export strategy and re-rating catalyst.
079550.KS LONG
Defense stocks benefit from global rearmament
Defense stocks have strong order momentum and undemanding valuations after recent pullback; global rearmament, European export expansion, and domestic demand support sustained growth.
064350.KS LONG
012450.KS LONG
047810.KS LONG
Hyundai Heavy engine play holds support
HD Hyundai Heavy is a sound pick for engine play in shipbuilding; stock holding key support around 630k won, with upside as orders increase.
329180.KS LONG
Entertainment stocks rebound on BTS comeback
Entertainment stocks dropped excessively on governance and BTS concerns, but upcoming Q2 earnings from BTS comeback and concerts will be strong, driving a snapback rally.
352820.KS LONG
035900.KS LONG
122870.KQ LONG
DND Pharmatech on tech export catalyst
DND Pharmatech's CEO publicly committed to a major technology export deal within this year; the stock has broken out strongly on these expectations, with further upside as details emerge.
092200.KS LONG
ABL Bio oversold rebound after licensing deals
ABL Bio has collapsed over 50% from highs despite multiple platform licensing deals; the stock is deeply oversold, forming a double bottom, and poised for a strong rebound.
298380.KQ LONG
KOSPI to rise on won strength and flows
Korean won will strengthen as the US dollar cycle turns, leading to foreign inflows; KOSPI is set to rise to 10,000 and beyond, making Korean equities attractive.
EWY LONG
Hynix leads on ADR and earnings
SK Hynix is hitting a record high driven by expected ADR listing and superior earnings growth from HBM; the company's profit margins will leap versus Samsung, and potential shareholder return measures add value.
000660.KS LONG
HIGH
08:55
Jun 17
Jun 17
KOSDAQ Index
Korean Nuclear Energy sector
KXI 1ST
000660.KS
Korean robotics sector
▾
HIGH
Momentum to push KOSDAQ to new highs.
The KOSDAQ index is very close to its all-time high of 8,933 and currently at 864, with strong momentum that typically causes overshooting. The index is likely to ride this momentum to break the high and reach 9,000, and possibly even 10,000 thereafter.
KOSDAQ Index LONG
Growth sectors set for new highs.
In the event of a sudden market crash (e.g., a 5% drop from an FOMC shock), the best stocks to buy immediately are Samsung Electronics, SK hynix, and Samsung Electro-Mechanics, along with leading names in Korean growth sectors (shipbuilding, nuclear, energy, robotics). These quality names will rebound strongly and deliver high returns. Investors should always have this crash-buy list prepared in advance.
Korean Nuclear Energy sector LONG
KXI LONG
000660.KS LONG
Korean robotics sector LONG
005930.KS LONG
009150.KS LONG
Korean shipbuilding sector LONG
MSCI inclusion hurts Korean mid-caps.
If Korea is added to the MSCI developed market watchlist, the reweighting rules would heavily favor large-cap stocks while likely causing outflows from mid-cap names. This creates a headwind for Korean mid-cap stocks, making them vulnerable.
Korean Mid-Cap Stocks AVOID
HIGH
08:24
Jun 17
Jun 17
347850.KQ
298380.KQ
226950.KQ
950160.KQ 1ST
012450.KS
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HIGH
Biotech rebounding on cleaned credit
KOSDAQ biotech stocks have been heavily depressed with margin debt cleaned out ('empty house'), and are now rebounding. The move is led by DND Pharmatech on technology export expectations and other names like ABL Bio, Olix, and Kolon TissueGene are following. The chart setups suggest a significant bounce can occur once a catalyst lands.
347850.KQ LONG
298380.KQ LONG
226950.KQ LONG
950160.KQ LONG
Oversold defense stocks poised to rebound
Defense stocks have been sold off on war-ending noise, but order backlogs remain strong with fresh contracts emerging from the Middle East and Europe. LIG Nex1's JV with Rheinmetall opens European market access. The sector is oversold and now offers a favorable entry for a rebound before further catalysts.
012450.KS LONG
079550.KS LONG
064350.KS LONG
047810.KS LONG
Shipbuilding rebounding on order catalysts
Korean shipbuilding stocks are attractive after recent pullback, with upcoming order announcements (FLNG, submarines) and a supportive geopolitical backdrop from the Korea-Canada summit. The global ship shortage and rising ship prices underpin earnings. Preferred names include Samsung Heavy for FLNG, Hanwha Ocean for FLNG/submarines, and HD Hyundai Heavy for engines.
010140.KS LONG
329180.KS LONG
042660.KS LONG
AI component leader with strong earnings
Samsung Electro-Mechanics is a top AI-driven component play (MLCC, FC-BGA, silicon capacitor) that will benefit from strong earnings growth. Although current valuations appear high, earnings upgrades will make it look cheap in the future. It will remain a core leader with its uptrend intact.
009150.KS LONG
Oversold Doosan Enerbility to rebound
Doosan Enerbility has been oversold and is now at a support level. The nuclear power theme remains intact with SMR development and gas turbine strength. While US nuclear projects face cost hurdles, Doosan's valuation has become cheaper and it is likely to rebound toward the 120,000–130,000 won range.
034020.KS LONG
Jeju Semiconductor on massive sales target
Jeju Semiconductor, a memory play, announced a sales target of 1 trillion won (up from 3 billion last year), which is feasible given the memory market. This would generate huge operating profits and the current market cap of about 3 trillion won appears cheap. He considered it a good early entry this morning.
155660.KQ LONG
K-pop stocks oversold, strong Q2 ahead
K-pop entertainment stocks like HYBE, JYP, and YG have been heavily sold off after the BTS event disappointment, but Q2 earnings will be very strong due to ongoing world tours. It is now an 'empty house' trade with valuations having corrected to comfortable levels, setting up for a rebound.
352820.KS LONG
035900.KQ LONG
122870.KQ LONG
AI substrate play holding key support
LG Innotek, an AI substrate play, has corrected but held the key 20-day moving average, showing resilience. It is a good stock to accumulate small positions while waiting for trend resumption, with explosive earnings potential in the data-center substrate business.
011070.KS LONG
Hyundai Group trend intact, buy dips
Hyundai Motor and Kia are in a solid uptrend and today's decline is a normal rest. An upcoming World Cup marketing event could act as a catalyst. Long-term investors can use dips to accumulate, but they should be aware that earnings may peak in Q3 and patience will be required.
000270.KS LONG
005380.KS LONG
SK Hynix leads on ADR, earnings growth
SK Hynix is benefiting from multiple positive catalysts: the Nasdaq ADR listing and expected large shareholder return plan signal strong commitment, while Q2/Q3 earnings growth is projected to be much larger than Samsung's. The previous US semiconductor sell-off was a transient event driven by SpaceX buying, not fundamentals. The stock broke out to new highs and he bought the premarket dip.
000660.KS LONG
HIGH
03:39
Jun 17
Jun 17
SPY 1ST
BTC FLIP
STRC 1ST
▾
HIGH
Post-FOMC equity rally on uncertainty resolution
US equities are likely to rally after Kevin Warsh's first FOMC meeting, because resolving the uncertainty itself will be taken positively and the existing upward trend will continue. Even if the dot plot appears hawkish, a calm and stable press conference will allow markets to interpret the event as uncertainty cleared, pushing prices higher.
SPY LONG
Long Bitcoin; pro-crypto Fed and stablecoin catalyst
Bitcoin is positively exposed to Kevin Warsh's tenure as Fed chair and to upcoming stablecoin infrastructure. Warsh is the first genuinely pro-crypto Fed chair with a deep understanding of bitcoin, having called it the new gold for under-40s and a market discipline indicator. Moreover, the Fed plans to launch a skinny master account for payment settlement in Q4, which will allow stablecoin issuers like Circle and Ripple to access Fed payment rails without needing full master accounts. This will accelerate stablecoin adoption and serve as a major catalyst for the broader crypto market, including bitcoin.
BTC LONG
Avoid STRC; broken trust, damaged model
Strategy's preferred stock STRC is broken after the company sold 32 BTC and tried to frame it as a precaution. The market no longer trusts the strategy: the price fell to $91, the dividend yield spiked above 12% despite the company's intention to maintain distributions, and the original bull case of being able to raise capital cheaply to buy BTC in a bear market is not working. The high yield is a symptom of distress, not success, and the company should cut the dividend to around 7% and admit the mistake to restore credibility. The market has begun to price in management's failure points.
STRC AVOID
HIGH
03:26
Jun 17
Jun 17
TSM
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TSMC is undervalued and will continue rising.
TSMC is undervalued and will continue to rise ahead of its earnings report. It remains a solid choice in the AI sector and is expanding its US operations through a packaging partnership with Amkor, with price targets being raised to $700.
TSM LONG
Liquidity rotation pushes financial stocks higher.
Financial stocks like KB Financial, Shinhan, and Hana are hitting new highs as market liquidity rotates out of overheated tech and semiconductor stocks into value and cyclical sectors.
105560.KS LONG
086790.KS LONG
055550.KS LONG
Q2 deliveries and robotaxi narrative support Tesla.
Tesla's Q2 deliveries are expected to be better than anticipated, leading to an upgrade by Goldman Sachs. The FSD and robotaxi narrative will continue to drive the stock's momentum in the second half of the year.
TSLA LONG
US regulatory hurdle removal boosts wind power.
The US administration dropped its appeal against an injunction on a wind power development ban, removing a major regulatory hurdle. This immediately boosted Korean wind power stocks like CS Wind, CS Bearing, and SK Ocean Plant.
297090.KQ LONG
112610.KS LONG
100090.KS LONG
Biopharma offers a contrarian buying opportunity.
Biopharma stocks like Alteogen, Samchundang Pharm, and ABL Bio are showing signs of a turnaround. They offer a contrarian buying opportunity against the consensus of rising interest rates, especially as oil prices have dropped significantly.
298380.KQ LONG
000250.KQ LONG
196170.KQ LONG
Buy SpaceX after lock-up expiration in September.
SpaceX will become the best US company due to its AI, Starlink, and Starship capabilities. Investors should wait for the lock-up expiration around September to buy it at a cheaper price.
SPCX WATCH
HD Hyundai CE is an undervalued play.
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment is a comfortable pick for the Middle East reconstruction theme because it lagged behind other reconstruction stocks and has significant room to rebound.
267270.KS LONG
Jeju Semi's earnings will jump from LPDDR.
Jeju Semiconductor expects 1 trillion won in revenue from LPDDR4/5 contract manufacturing for SK Hynix. Its earnings are growing rapidly, making it an attractive semiconductor play.
200710 LONG
Hanwha Aerospace and KAI lead space defense.
Hanwha Aerospace is the 'Korean SpaceX' with top-tier launch vehicle technology among US allies. KAI is also highly promising for aerial and space defense, especially after the Russia-Ukraine war ends.
047810.KS LONG
012450.KS LONG
Power equipment stocks rebound from cheap valuations.
Power equipment stocks like LS, Hyosung Heavy Industries, and HD Hyundai Electric are rebounding after a 35% drop. They are cheaper than US peers and have raised prices, ensuring strong future earnings.
298040.KS LONG
006260.KS LONG
267260.KS LONG
Amotech benefits from the high-value MLCC shift.
Amotech is a strong buy as top-tier MLCC makers like Murata reduce consumer MLCC production to focus on automotive and industrial sectors, benefiting companies focused on high-value MLCCs.
052710.KQ LONG
Hwashin is an undervalued robotics body supplier.
Hwashin is an attractive robotics play with a low PER of 5x and solid earnings. It is expanding from automotive chassis to robot bodies and was recently visited by Boston Dynamics.
010690.KS LONG
Doosan Enerbility will dominate the nuclear market.
Doosan Enerbility is the top pick for nuclear power. Despite high current valuations, its future value is immense as Korea, the US, and France will dominate the global nuclear market by 2030.
034020.KS LONG
MLCC price hikes boost Samsung Electro-Mechanics.
Samsung Electro-Mechanics and Daeduck Electronics will see significant earnings growth as MLCC price hikes are not yet reflected in consensus. Daeduck is especially cheap at a forward PER of around 20x.
353200.KS LONG
009150.KS LONG
KEPCO benefits greatly from falling oil prices.
KEPCO is highly undervalued with extremely low PBR/PER. It is the primary export leader for Korean nuclear power projects and benefits significantly from falling oil prices.
015760.KS LONG
Korean Air benefits from strong cargo demand.
Korean Air is a strong buy. Fuel surcharges are dropping, cargo demand is very strong due to semiconductor shipments, and China routes are expanding in the winter.
003490.KS LONG
Battery stocks benefit from de-risking policies.
Secondary battery stocks like LG Energy Solution, Samsung SDI, and POSCO Holdings are bottoming out. They will benefit from US and European policies aimed at de-risking from China.
005490.KS LONG
373220.KS LONG
006400.KS LONG
MicroStrategy's high note yield is a mistake.
MicroStrategy's decision to sell 32 BTC and raise its convertible note yield to 11-12% is a strategic mistake that signals a lack of confidence. The stock price is dropping and they need to lower the yield to around 7% to recover.
MSTR SHORT
Coinbase's super-app strategy attracts massive liquidity.
Coinbase is accelerating its super-app strategy by introducing AI advisors, integrating global liquidity through Deribit, and launching stock trading. This will attract massive liquidity to the platform.
COIN LONG
HIGH
03:01
Jun 17
Jun 17
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HYPE benefits from volume explosion and fee burn.
Hyperliquid's native token HYPE surged to a new all-time high, driven by an explosion in trading volume for SpaceX perpetual futures (SPCX) on its platform. After SpaceX's stock price broke out, the 24-hour volume for the SPCX perpetual on Hyperliquid jumped from an average of $26M pre-listing to $1.4B, a 5,285% increase. Since 97% of Hyperliquid platform fees are used to burn the HYPE token, the volume spike directly reduces supply and pushes the token price higher. Additionally, other mega IPOs like Anthropic and OpenAI are expected to list perpetual futures on Hyperliquid, creating a sustained catalyst for platform volume and further HYPE burns.
HYPE LONG
Coinbase super-app update disrupts derivatives dominance.
Coinbase's latest major system update introduces AI trading features, a global liquidity integration for perpetual futures, and a super-app strategy that also includes stock trading. By merging its global and US perpetual markets via its Deribit acquisition, Coinbase could challenge Binance's dominance in perpetual futures, attract users with competitive fees, and capture liquidity from crypto and traditional assets. This positioning accelerates the super-app vision and could materially improve Coinbase's market share and revenue outlook.
COIN LONG
Waiting for SpaceX pullback before buying.
SpaceX's valuation has risen sharply despite being a loss-making company, making the current price hard to justify. The speaker is waiting for a correction before buying, ideally within 2-3 months. A pullback before possible Nasdaq index inclusion would be preferable, as a post-inclusion decline could drag the broader market, while a pre-inclusion drop would not impact the index and could offer a more attractive entry.
SPCX WATCH
HIGH
02:28
Jun 17
Jun 17
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Shipbuilding benefits from LNG and data centers.
Shipbuilding stocks led by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries are attractive because the resumption of US LNG projects and data center power shortages are driving demand for LNG carriers. Strong order backlogs and the LNG carrier super-cycle provide powerful momentum.
329180.KS LONG
Power equipment orders strong, stocks rebound.
Korean power equipment stocks (transformers, switchgear) such as LS Electric, Hyosung Heavy Industries, and HD Hyundai Electric have corrected 35% from highs but are rebounding strongly. Order backlogs extend to 2029, MLCC price hikes from these companies confirm pricing power, and the sector remains undervalued relative to US peers. Data center power demand ensures sustained strength.
010120.KS LONG
004800.KS LONG
267260.KS LONG
Nuclear revival, Doosan and KEPCO key.
Nuclear power is a key theme as the Trump administration reverses its anti-renewable stance and promotes nuclear energy. Korea is set to become a top global nuclear exporter alongside the US. Doosan Enerbility holds enormous future value despite high current valuation, and Korea Electric Power (KEPCO) trades at extremely cheap PBR/PER and will be the front-line contractor for nuclear export deals, acting like a nuclear TSMC.
015760.KS LONG
034020.KS LONG
Hyundai E&C benefits from nuclear building.
Hyundai Engineering & Construction will benefit from nuclear power plant construction and reconstruction momentum. The company has extensive references in nuclear projects and historically showed strong upside when nuclear-related construction themes played out.
000720.KS LONG
Samsung Electro-Mechanics MLCC super-cycle winner.
Samsung Electro-Mechanics is a dominant MLCC super-cycle winner. Consensus estimates are too low because recent MLCC price increases have not been reflected. AI data center, physical AI, and autonomous driving will drive explosive MLCC demand. Capacity expansion from 2027 will add further gains. Even at 40-50x PER, the stock is justified because next year’s earnings could reach 3-5 trillion won instead of the consensus 2.5 trillion.
009150.KS LONG
Daeduck Electronics cheap MLCC/substrate play.
Daeduck Electronics is undervalued: market cap around 7-8 trillion won with forward PER near 20x. Second-quarter operating profit should surpass 600 billion won, a strong surprise. Price increases for MLCC/substrates are not yet in consensus, and the company will benefit from the AI server and memory supply chain. Peers like Unimicron and Ibiden trade at higher valuations, justifying further re-rating.
008060.KS LONG
Amotech small-cap MLCC beneficiary expanding.
Amotech is a small-cap MLCC beneficiary. Major global MLCC makers (Murata etc.) are reducing general consumer-grade MLCC production to focus on high-end automotive and industrial MLCCs, leaving the general MLCC market to firms like Amotech. The company's rights offering is for capacity expansion, which should drive growth, similar to how optical communication small-caps surged during the fibre boom.
052710.KQ LONG
Korean Air profit from travel and cargo.
Korean Air is a buy, not a sell. Falling oil prices reduce costs, travel demand is surging, semiconductor equipment-related air cargo is exceptionally strong, and China route expansion is beginning. Container and air freight rates remain robust, and the merger with Asiana Airlines will add further benefits.
003490.KS LONG
Battery recovery, de-China benefits LG and SDI.
Secondary battery stocks LG Energy Solution and Samsung SDI are showing recovery signals. EV demand is bottoming in the US and Europe, and the de-China policy trend is pushing US/EU subsidies toward Korean suppliers. LG Energy Solution has already begun raising earnings estimates, and Samsung SDI is winning new orders from Mercedes, VW, and BMW while ESS remains a strong plus.
373220.KS LONG
006400.KS LONG
Defense stocks restocking and export growth.
Korean defense stocks are extremely positive despite ceasefire narratives. Post-war restocking, expanded Middle East/Europe exports, and a shift to high-value missiles and air defense systems will drive growth. The valuation gap with Rheinmetall (30% divergence) makes Korean names attractive. LIG Nex1's JV with Rheinmetall, Hanwha Aerospace's increased stake in Korea Aerospace, and Hyundai Rotem tank exports are specific catalysts.
012450.KS LONG
064350.KS LONG
079550.KS LONG
047810.KS LONG
HIGH
01:53
Jun 17
Jun 17
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Memory supercycle driven by US hyperscalers
US big tech hyperscalers are doubling their capex this year, driving a memory supercycle. Korean memory makers Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are direct beneficiaries, and the semiconductor upcycle remains strong at least until September when SpaceX lockup shares start to flow.
005930.KS LONG
000660.KS LONG
Hanwha Aerospace is Korean SpaceX proxy
Hanwha Aerospace produces the Hyunmoo-5 surface-to-surface missile, which can be adapted as a space launch vehicle. While still behind SpaceX, it is the leading launch technology player among US allies and effectively serves as the Korean SpaceX proxy.
012450.KS LONG
SpaceX lockup expiry creates buying opportunity
SpaceX’s valuation soared to the 4th largest globally because the public float is only about 4%. A large lockup expires starting in September, which will flood the market with shares and likely push the price down, creating a much better entry point for long-term investors who believe SpaceX will become the top US company.
SPCX WATCH
KAI long-term aerospace winner
KAI is making satellites for the Nuri rocket, has a strong KF-21 fighter program, and will benefit from a post-Ukraine shift toward air and space defense. Its long-term potential is very high as it connects air power to the space domain.
047810.KS LONG
Shipbuilding and steel to lead next
If North Korea-US relations normalize and the US Shipbuilding Act starts executing, Korean shipbuilders like Hanwha Ocean and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries will benefit from US Navy MRO demand, while steel demand rises from both shipbuilding and infrastructure rebuilding. Shipbuilding and steel could replace semiconductors as the next market leaders.
042660.KS LONG
329180.KS LONG
Falling oil benefits Korean biotech
Oil prices have already fallen to the mid-70s and will decline further as Russian, Iranian, and Venezuelan supply comes back online once the Ukraine war ends. Falling oil lowers energy costs and, together with eventually lower interest rates, will revive the KOSDAQ biotech sector which has been neglected during the semiconductor rally.
KOSDAQ biotech sector LONG
HIGH
01:19
Jun 17
Jun 17
WTI 1ST
Korean robotics sector
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Oil unlikely to rise, may fall further.
Oil prices have already priced in the easing of war risks and improving Hormuz Strait traffic. With the war ending and supply routes gradually normalizing, WTI has dropped from $100 to $75. The speaker expects oil will not rise again and may decline further, with limited upside and potential for additional downside as ceasefire optimism is fully reflected and traffic data recovers.
WTI SHORT
Robot catalysts will lift Korean robotics sector.
Upcoming robot-related catalysts—RoboCup, RSS academic conference, World Robot Conference in China, Chinese Robot Olympics, Tesla Optimus Gen 3 mass production, and robot training center (Almaxo) developments—will repeatedly heat up the Korean robotics sector. These events are expected to lift market sentiment and drive stock prices higher.
Korean robotics sector LONG
Hwashin's robot body shift drives re-rating.
Hwashin, a lightweight auto chassis maker, is being re-rated as a robot body parts supplier. Boston Dynamics recently visited the company, signaling its relevance to humanoid robots. With a very low P/E of around 5x and strong existing financials, the shift from thin-margin auto parts to higher-value robot bodies gives Hwashin a valuation re-rating story similar to Hyundai Motor's. The stock is surging daily and still attractive.
010690.KS LONG
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