June 22nd Before Market Open: US-Iran Conflict Uneasy Even After MOU, 'Hormuz Re-blockade' / MSCI Developed Markets Index, Micron Earnings, the Dream of KOSPI 10,000 on the Line

[June 22nd #BeforeMarketOpen] US-Iran conflict uneasy even after MOU, 'Hormuz re-blockade' / MSCI Developed Markets Index, Micron earnings, the dream of Manspi is on the line
Watch on YouTube ↗  |  June 22, 2026 at 01:01  |  3:16:26  |  815 Money Talk (815머니톡)
Speakers
Lee Kwon-hee — CEO, Economist
Lee Ju-hyeon — Director, Xangle
Park Hyun-sang — Deputy Head
Hwang Yoo-hyun — Private Banker Team Lead, NH Investment & Securities

Summary

The June 22nd pre-market show analyzed US-Iran tensions' limited market impact, showcased strong semiconductor export data, and featured multiple experts presenting bullish ideas on Korean chipmakers, shipbuilders, robotics, and undervalued conglomerates, while urging caution on margin trading and short-term noise.

  • US-Iran peace talks face setbacks but have not collapsed; oil prices remain stable, limiting immediate downside risk.
  • Korean semiconductor exports surge over 300% YoY, underpinning bullish stance on Samsung Electronics and SK hynix.
  • Shipbuilding supercycle reinforced by used ship prices exceeding new builds; Korean yards are poised for strong earnings.
  • LG Group's deepening NVIDIA collaboration in physical AI and robotics sparks interest in LG affiliates and robotics stocks.
  • Secondary battery sector seen bottoming, with CATL's solid-state battery delay giving Korean NCM producers an advantage.
  • Consumption recovery and low valuations drive interest in apparel and department store sectors.
  • SK Square and Samsung C&T cited as deeply undervalued holding company plays with huge asset discounts.
  • Gold accumulation via GLD recommended for large portfolios as a long-term inflation hedge.
  • Micron earnings and SK hynix ADR listing are near-term catalysts that could reignite semiconductor momentum.
  • Risks include National Pension Service rebalancing selling and excessive margin trading, but the overall bull trend is expected to continue.
Ideas
Hyundai gains full Boston Dynamics control.
SoftBank sold its 9.65% Boston Dynamics stake to Hyundai Motor Group, giving the group full control and enabling faster decision-making for robotics strategy. This is a clear positive catalyst that should gain attention despite the day's weak market.
MLCC shortage lifts all producers.
AI server MLCC supply shortage is causing a broad MLCC sector rally. Even producers like Avatec that do not yet produce AI-specific MLCC are surging, indicating severe shortage and broad investor appetite for all MLCC makers.
EV recovery boosts Korean battery makers.
CATL's CEO stated that solid-state battery commercialization is difficult until 2030, giving Korean NCM cell makers a multi-year advantage. Samsung SDI and LG Energy Solution are poised for a rebound as earnings improve and the InterBattery Europe event provides a catalyst.
Samsung Life benefits from group strength.
Life insurance stocks are rising with interest rates, and Samsung Life Insurance benefits additionally from strong Samsung group stock flows and ETF inflows into Samsung group names.
Samsung SDS benefits from group rally.
Samsung group stocks are attracting ETF inflows, lifting many affiliates; Samsung SDS could be a laggard catch-up play as group strength continues.
Power equipment gains on chip demand.
Power equipment stocks like Hyosung Heavy Industries and LX Electric are rising after a long break, tied to semiconductor power shortage; supply rotation can enter this sector anytime.
Gaming stocks seeing bargain buying.
Gaming stocks are showing signs of bottom fishing and turnaround. NCSoft has clear earnings, Shift Up maintains a steady user base, and Kakao Games surged on governance changes, suggesting sector sentiment is improving.
Accumulate gold via GLD ETF.
Gold is a long-term uptrend asset and inflation hedge. Having pulled back from highs, it is now suitable for large portfolios to accumulate gradually, preferably via GLD ETF to minimize fees.
Hwang Yoo-hyun Private Banker Team Lead, NH Investment & Securities 43:12
SpaceX long-term compounder.
SpaceX uniquely integrates space, telecom, and AI, creating an un-moatable business. Long-term investors can accumulate gradually despite upcoming lock-up expirations; the space conquest thesis is intact.
Lee Ju-hyeon Director, Xangle 58:00
LG-NVIDIA robotics deal boosts affiliates.
LG Group is sending a 30-member working team to NVIDIA to discuss physical AI and robotics collaboration. This serious commitment signals concrete business developments ahead, benefiting LG Electronics, LG Innotek, and robotics players Robotis and Robostar.
Lee Ju-hyeon Director, Xangle 62:24
Shipbuilding supercycle boosts Korean yards.
Used ship prices have surged to three times new ship prices, an anomaly signaling severe supply shortage and a supercycle mirroring 2007. Korean shipbuilders like Hanwha Ocean, Daehan Shipbuilding, and HD Korea Shipbuilding are direct beneficiaries.
Lee Ju-hyeon Director, Xangle 95:31
SK Square massively undervalued.
SK Square's fair value is estimated at 700 trillion won versus a current 240 trillion market cap, driven by its SK hynix stake. The enormous discount offers massive upside.
Lee Ju-hyeon Director, Xangle 96:45
Samsung C&T deeply discounted.
Samsung C&T holds 5.11% of Samsung Electronics; the implied value far exceeds its current market cap of 82 trillion won. The stock is deeply undervalued relative to its asset value.
Lee Ju-hyeon Director, Xangle 99:42
CS Wind cheap on renewable policy.
CS Wind hit the daily limit after a deep correction. The 40,000 won band is a cheap accumulation zone, supported by enduring renewable energy policy tailwinds globally.
Lee Ju-hyeon Director, Xangle 101:48
Hanwha Solutions rights offering attractive.
Hanwha Solutions is conducting a rights offering at 27,000 won; the company is turning around with positive renewable energy prospects. I am subscribing for the long term.
Lee Kwon-hee CEO, Economist 116:28
Hyundai Rotem huge order potential.
Hyundai Rotem has potential orders of 12 trillion won from Peru and Iraq. This pipeline, if realized, could resolve the stock's undervaluation; analyst target price is 284,000 won.
Lee Kwon-hee CEO, Economist 133:44
Defense stocks rebounding on orders.
Defense stocks like LIG Nex1 and Hanwha Aerospace are rebounding from correction lows. Strong order backlogs and persistent geopolitical tensions support further upside; LIG Nex1 target is 1.32 million won.
Lee Kwon-hee CEO, Economist 138:10
Buy Samsung and Hynix on dips.
Semiconductor exports are surging 200-400% YoY, supporting extremely strong earnings momentum. Samsung Electronics and SK hynix remain cheap; any dip is a buying opportunity, especially Samsung near 33,000 won.
Lee Kwon-hee CEO, Economist 146:48
KOSPI 10,000 this year.
Despite short-term geopolitical noise and corrections, the bull market is not over. KOSPI will definitely reach the 10,000-point milestone this year.
Park Hyun-sang Deputy Head 169:55
Cheap apparel stocks ready to rebound.
Apparel stocks like F&F, Youngwon Trade, and Hanssem trade at 6-8x P/E versus department stores at 17x. With consumption recovery and low valuations, the sector is undervalued and may rotate into favor.
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