SK hynix is getting ready to debut “2.5D Fan-out” packaging as its next-generation memory semiconductor technology. Gaining confidence in the field of next-generation chip technology due to its successful performance in High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) this year, SK hynix seems to be accelerating its eff
South Korea’s small and medium-sized semiconductor material, component, and equipment companies are making a bold move by establishing their production facilities within the semiconductor cluster taking shape in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province. The anticipated tech hub, known as the Yongin Semiconductor C
Mirae Asset Global Investments has appointed Vice Chairmen Choi Chang-hoon and Rhie Chun-yong as CEOs.The company is embarking on a plan to strengthen responsible management and establish a solid foundation for ongoing growth, utilizing a structure that includes four executive representatives, featu
Samsung Electronics recently presented a number of memory strategies to prepare for the “AI Big Bang” era at the Investors Forum 2023 in Hong Kong.The company aims to dominate the automotive memory market by 2025, with plans to roll out AI-related products starting next year. The AI market is expand
The Korea Startup Forum (Chairman Jae-Wook Park, hereinafter referred to as KSF), the organizing organization of the global startup festival COMEUP, announced that COMEUP 2023, which was held at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) for three days from November 8 to 10, attracted about 66,000 people. It was
“An accelerated reorganization of global supply chains that began after the U.S.-China hegemony war has led to the emergence of alternative countries as alternative production bases that can replace China,” said Lee Sang-won, head of product strategy at Korea Investment Management at an India & Viet
The author is an analyst for Shinhan Securities. He can be reached at bh.lee@shinhan.com -- Ed.3Q23 review: Profits hit by weak GDR sales and high overseas SG&AGolfzon posted consolidated sales of KRW170bn (-3.4% YoY) and operating profit of KRW27.5bn (-38.7% YoY) for 3Q23, missing our estimates by
FILA Holdings announced its third-quarter results and a special dividend through public disclosure on Nov. 14.The company’s consolidated revenue reached 990.19 billion won and its operating profit stood at 92.56 billion won, supported by subsidiary Acushnet’s robust sales. The FILA brand’s group-wid
The author is an analyst for NH Investment & Securities. He can be reached at jiyoony@nhqv.com -- Ed.In 3Q23, Youngone’s OEM division sales slowed down first time in 10 quarters. Given the industry-outpacing OEM sales clip over the past 2 years, short-term negative effects are inevitable. But, given
The author is an analyst for NH Investment & Securities. He can be reached at minjae.lee@nhqv.com -- Ed.IS Dongseo’s 3Q23 results beat our estimates and consensus. A decrease in sales at the housing business is inevitable on the completion of major projects. Share price differentiation continues ver
The author is an analyst for NH Investment & Securities. She can be reached at hzl.lee@nhqv.com -- Ed.YG Ent posted consensus-meeting 3Q23 results. Viewing the firm’s current share price as already fully reflecting concerns toward an entertainment firm, we advise investors to focus on outweighing up
Researchers in South Korea have confirmed the mechanism of deterioration occurring inside the anodes of solid-state batteries and have demonstrated the possibility of stable operation of these batteries in a low-pressure environment.The Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) announced on N
China is accelerating its stride toward semiconductor self-sufficiency as a countermeasure to U.S. semiconductor export controls. Despite the challenges posed by U.S. restrictions, China’s push for semiconductor autonomy seems to be increasingly fruitful.According to industry sources on Nov. 9, the
The author is an analyst for NH Investment & Securities. He can be reached at dongyang.kim@nhqv.com -- Ed.With profits from its E&P division, LXI is continuing its eco-friendly transition. The firm is entering the rechargeable battery value chain with its acquisition of the AKP nickel mine in Indone
The author is an analyst for NH Investment & Securities. He can be reached at pk.park@nhqv.com -- Ed.Celltrion Healthcare posted sound 3Q23 earnings, when considering purchase price settlements. Defying market concerns, the company showed a relative return of 15%p following its merger disclosure on
The author is an analyst for NH Investment & Securities. He can be reached at pk.park@nhqv.com -- Ed.Classys’s 3Q23 OP exceeded consensus, reaching W24.7bn. The firm’s is still in a re-rating phase, led by an increasing equipment sales portion both domestically and internationally. Costs are expecte
HD Hyundai Electric has recently entered into a supply contract with the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) for high-voltage circuit breakers and reactors.On Nov. 8, HD Hyundai Electric officially announced that it had signed a contract with the SEC on Nov. 7 for the supply of 380-kilovolt (kV) high-vo
On Nov. 8, Medytox announced its financial performance through a disclosure, revealing that it had achieved third-quarter revenue of 58.7 billion won (US$44.76 million) this year based on consolidated figures. This marked a 10 percent increase compared to the same period last year.During the same pe
Coway Co., Ltd., the “Best Life Solution Company,” today reported financial results for the third quarter of 2023."We’re delighted to report another stable quarter, thanks in part to the expansion of our successful sleep and wellness brand, BEREX, as well as our strategic investments in R&D, IT, and
The author is an analyst for NH Investment & Securities. She can be reached at yd.yoon@nhqv.com -- Ed.Kiwoom recently announced that it will reflect provisions of W433.3bn for Youngpoong Paper receivables in 4Q23, putting the issue to rest. Recently, stock market trading has become active again. A d