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Korean memory semiconductor stocks (Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix) are deeply undervalued relative to their soaring earnings driven by AI capex, and foreign inflows support further upside. The speaker remains long-term bullish and advises buying on dips, though he acknowledges near-term overextension for SK Hynix.
Korean memory semiconductor stocks (Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix) are deeply undervalued relative to their soaring earnings driven by AI capex, and foreign inflows support further upside. The speaker remains long-term bullish and advises buying on dips, though he acknowledges near-term overextension for SK Hynix.
The Korean stock market (KOSPI) is likely to continue its upward trend based on forward PER valuation (11x-10x supporting 8,000+) and improving macro stability. Investors should maintain equity exposure and expect further upside.
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries is poised for an earnings turnaround as low-margin orders from 2022-2023 are mostly flushed out and high-margin orders start reflecting from Q2. Additional catalysts include LNG/naval orders and AI data center generator demand.
Cheap valuation, strong orders support shipbuilding
Shipbuilding stocks are attractive on valuation (PBR around 4x) compared to power equipment (11x) and have strong earnings visibility. With global fleet renewal and high order backlogs, the sector offers a better risk/reward. The speaker allocates 15% to shipbuilding in his portfolio and expects further gains.
Samsung SDS also dropped sharply; similar to LG Electronics, the selloff may be overdone; consider buying on weakness given the Jensen visit related expectations.
IT component shortages (MLCC, substrates) are emerging with AI data center buildouts, benefiting Samsung Electro-Mechanics and LG Innotek. This is reminiscent of the 2012 smartphone boom. High-spec requirements for AI chips drive demand for advanced MLCC and glass substrates, supporting price momentum.
The secondary battery sector, led by LG Energy Solution and Samsung SDI, has likely bottomed as EV demand stabilizes and ESS revenue (especially from US factories) is ramping up. AI data center ESS demand adds further support, suggesting a rebound in the second half.
Securities stocks (Samsung Securities, Kiwoom Securities, Mirae Asset) benefit from rising trading volumes, foreign access to Korean stocks starting in May, and Korea's undervalued market (KOSPI P/E 8.3 vs global 15-20). Brokerage revenues will rise with increased turnover, and the sector has already shown strong performance.
Securities stocks are attractive due to surging trading volumes; they offer dividend and large-cap exposure; Kiwoom Securities, Samsung Securities, and Mirae Asset Securities are good candidates.
IT component shortages (MLCC, substrates) are emerging with AI data center buildouts, benefiting Samsung Electro-Mechanics and LG Innotek. This is reminiscent of the 2012 smartphone boom. High-spec requirements for AI chips drive demand for advanced MLCC and glass substrates, supporting price momentum.
Naval exposure and Canadian order lift Hanwha Ocean
Hanwha Ocean has higher exposure to naval defense than other Korean shipbuilders. A Canadian naval order and broader defense spending (especially US allowing foreign shipbuilding) provide catalysts. Shipbuilding earnings are improving with higher order books and favorable currency.
Power grid and electrical equipment stocks (e.g., LS Electric, Hyosung Heavy Industries) have corrected sharply but underlying demand remains strong due to AI data center buildout and grid modernization. The pullback is just profit-taking and presents a buying opportunity as macro headwinds ease.
The secondary battery sector, led by LG Energy Solution and Samsung SDI, has likely bottomed as EV demand stabilizes and ESS revenue (especially from US factories) is ramping up. AI data center ESS demand adds further support, suggesting a rebound in the second half.
Stocks that have been left behind, such as entertainment (SM, HYBE), internet (NAVER, Kakao), and other low-PBR sectors, are at the bottom of their PBR bands and are likely to see a short-term bounce over 1-2 months. This is a contrarian play on rotation from overbought sectors.
Lee Jae-kyu has 50 trade ideas tracked on Buzzberg across 50 tickers since May 2026. Win rate 34% across 50 evaluated calls, average return -3.1%. Ranked #821 on the Buzzberg Alpha leaderboard. Most covered: 000660.KS, 005930.KS, EWY.
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