Should I keep holding Samjeonnix? From now on, you need to calculate the 'selling zone'

Should I keep holding Samjeonnix? From now on, you need to calculate the 'selling zone' | Cha Young-joo, Director of Wise Economic Research Institute [Focus Today's Stock]
Watch on YouTube ↗  |  June 17, 2026 at 11:30  |  38:44  |  3PRO TV (삼프로TV)
Speakers
Cha Young-joo — Director, Wise Economic Research Institute

Summary

Cha Young-joo argues that with the KOSPI near 8,800 and only about 10% upside left to the 10,000 year-end target, investors should start calculating selling zones, especially for Samsung Electronics and SK hynix. He emphasizes the upcoming Q2 earnings season as a catalyst to differentiate winners and highlights electric power, shipbuilding, defense, securities, and secondary batteries as sectors expected to deliver strong results. He advises caution on reconstruction plays and sees Hyundai Motor's earnings as pivotal for a potential robotics re-rating.

  • KOSPI has about 10% upside remaining to the year-end 10,000 target, warranting profit-taking preparation.
  • Samsung Electronics and SK hynix may enter selling zones as they approach 400,000 won and 300,000 won respectively.
  • High-net-worth investors are starting to take profits on Samjeonnix and explore real estate investments.
  • The Q2 earnings season beginning late June will be critical for differentiating stocks; investors should focus on corporate guidance reports.
  • Electric power equipment, shipbuilding, defense, securities, and secondary battery sectors are expected to deliver strong earnings and offer upside.
  • Kiwoom Securities stands out for its interest income and ETF-linked fee growth.
  • Hyundai Motor's Q2 earnings will determine whether it is valued as an auto stock or a robotics play.
  • Reconstruction-themed stocks are risky due to uncertain profitability and Chinese competition.
Ideas
Cha Young-joo Director, Wise Economic Research Institute 2:01
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.
Cha Young-joo Director, Wise Economic Research Institute 6:02
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.
Cha Young-joo Director, Wise Economic Research Institute 21:55
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.
Cha Young-joo Director, Wise Economic Research Institute 29:13
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.
Cha Young-joo Director, Wise Economic Research Institute 34:36
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.
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This 3PRO TV (삼프로TV) video, published June 17, 2026, features Cha Young-joo discussing EWY, KS, Korean defense sector, Korean secondary battery sector, Korean reconstruction sector. 5 trade ideas extracted by AI with direction and confidence scoring.

Speakers: Cha Young-joo  · Tickers: EWY, KS, Korean defense sector, Korean secondary battery sector, Korean reconstruction sector