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Samsung and SK Hynix Post Record Earnings, Yet Foreign Investors Keep Exiting

Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix reported record earnings, but foreign investors kept net selling amid fears of a memory cycle peak. The outflow may weigh on share prices short term, though sustained earnings beats could lure capital back over the medium term.

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매일경제 · 10-12 16:15 KST
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매일경제 마켓 · 10-12 16:15 KST
Foreigners Stay Away Despite Samsung's Blowout Earnings; KRW 224 Trillion Net Sold This Year
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FTNN 新聞網 · 10-12 15:17 KST
Korea AI Myth Fading? Memory Giants Lose Favor as Foreign Funds Flee, Volume Plunges 70%
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https://www.seoulilbo.co.kr/ · 10-12 14:21 KST
Samsung and SK Hynix Post Record Earnings, but Foreign Investors Exit: Are Leading Stocks Shaking?
Despite record earnings from Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, foreign investors continue net selling, raising concerns about semiconductor leading stocks. The exodus may stem from profit-taking or doubts about a cycle peak. If the trend persists, SK Hynix shares face short-term pressure, though strong fundamentals may provide support.
한스경제 · 10-12 13:43 KST
Earning 107 Trillion Won but Still Selling: Foreigners Exit Samsung and SK
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix earned a combined 107 trillion won, yet foreign investors continue selling, drawing market attention. The exodus may reflect concerns over a semiconductor cycle peak or profit-taking. If selling pressure persists, SK Hynix shares face short-term pressure, but strong earnings may limit downside. Investors should watch fund flows.