Why Does KOSPI Need Samsung and SK Hynix to Rise Further? The 10,000 Point Scenario Driven by Semiconductor Profits

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Watch on YouTube ↗  |  May 12, 2026 at 09:49  |  40:00  |  3PRO TV (삼프로TV)
Speakers
Kim Jang-yeol — Reporter, The Bell

Summary

Kim Jang-yeol discusses the KOSPI outlook, emphasizing that Samsung Electronics and SK hynix are key drivers for further upside. He explains the structural AI memory demand using token-based analysis, argues that the current KOSPI level is a bottom under conservative assumptions, and advises buying on dips. He also warns against a 2x leveraged ETF and comments on LG Electronics and KOSDAQ.

  • KOSPI current level is considered bottom under historical multiple assumptions.
  • Samsung and SK hynix have further upside driven by AI memory demand.
  • Token-based analysis shows exponential growth in memory requirements.
  • He advises phased buying on dips for KOSPI and semiconductor stocks.
  • He strongly advises against the 2x leveraged Samsung-SK ETF due to volatility decay.
  • LG Electronics shows structural improvement but it is too late to chase.
  • KOSDAQ recovery depends on future rate cuts.
  • The video provides detailed technical explanation of AI memory demand.
Trade Ideas
Kim Jang-yeol Reporter, The Bell 12:21
Current KOSPI is undervalued bottom.
KOSPI is currently at the bottom based on the assumption that earnings do not increase and the P/E multiple reverts to the historical average of around 9.8x, which yields a target of 7,600 points. The speaker recommends buying on dips in a phased manner.
Kim Jang-yeol Reporter, The Bell 19:55
Avoid 2x leveraged Samsung-SK ETF.
The 2x leveraged ETF tracking Samsung and SK hynix is not recommended due to daily rebalancing and volatility decay, which can erode principal. He advises against it, especially at the current stage with potential volatility around Nvidia earnings and other events.
Kim Jang-yeol Reporter, The Bell 37:58
AI memory demand drives further upside.
Samsung Electronics and SK hynix have significant upside potential (20-60%) driven by structural AI memory demand. The speaker explains the token-based model showing exponential growth in memory requirements due to longer contexts, more agents, and increasing user numbers. He believes earnings can continue to rise, supporting further stock price gains even at elevated multiples.
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