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Korea October Exports Surge 93.7%, Chip Sales Jump 259%

South Korea's October exports surged 93.7% year-on-year, the strongest in 50 years, with chip sales jumping 259%. The data underscores robust global AI and memory demand, directly benefiting SK Hynix and other Korean semiconductor exporters.

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Forbes Middle East · 11-01 20:06 KST
South Korea's October Exports Surge 94% to Record $115.3B on AI Chip Demand
South Korea's October exports jumped 94% year-on-year to a record $115.3 billion, driven by AI chip demand. Memory leader SK Hynix stands to benefit directly, reinforcing optimism on its earnings and share price.
工商時報 · 11-01 16:57 KST
Korea October exports surge 93.7%, strongest in 50 years; chip sales jump 259%
AI demand drove Korea's October exports up 93.7% year-on-year, the strongest in 50 years, with chip sales surging 259%, underscoring memory upcycle strength. This provides solid fundamental support for SK Hynix shares and reinforces expectations of upside in HBM and DRAM demand.