SK Hynix Shares Fall 12% After Strong Nasdaq Debut on AI Demand

SK Hynix (000660) shares fell over 12% in Seoul on Monday after rising 13% during its Nasdaq debut on Friday. The decline was attributed to profit-taking by investors and uncertainty regarding the valuation of the company's shares in the U.S. compared to its Korean listing. Analysts have noted a discount rate of more than 20% between the domestic and U.S. listings, reflecting mixed market sentiments. This sell-off might be temporary as structural demand for AI memory chips is expected to continue outpacing supply, maintaining eventual positive outlook for the stock.