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SKHY·SK hynix Inc.

$147.51
-9.55 (-6.08%)
After Hours
High
$156.29
Open
$150.51
Market Cap
1.12T
52W High
$199.87
Low
$146.40
P. Close
$147.51
P/E
7.22
52W Low
$113.70
Fwd P/E
4.56
DailyIQ Est.
$277.36
Inst. Ownership
-
Short Interest
0.58%
Days to Cover
2.2
Technical Score (1D)
50
NEUTRAL
News Sentiment
33
BEARISH
On Oct 13, SK Hynix shares fell 10% after Chinese chipmaker ChangXin Memory Technologies announced a breakthrough memory chip design that could compete with industry leaders. The announcement heightened investor concerns that China is narrowing the technological gap with major players such as Samsung and Micron, potentially eroding their market share and pricing power. The selloff reflected fears that the new technology could disrupt the memory market, especially amid rising demand from artificial intelligence applications. The decline was part of a broader slide in memory stocks, with competitors such as Micron and SanDisk also experiencing losses. Investors worried that the competitive landscape could shift, potentially weakening demand for existing SK Hynix products.
LOW TARGET
$152 +3.8%
2 analysts
MEAN TARGET
$252 +72.3%
17 analysts
HIGH TARGET
$355 +142.5%
31 analysts
PRICE RANGE
$152.00 - $355.00
SB / B / H / S / SS
17/29/2/1/1
DAILYIQ EST.
$277.36 (+89.5%)

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$4.24$5.60$6.97$8.33$9.69Q2'26Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$6.25 - -
Q2'26$4.87$9.06+86.1%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$100.6T$100.6T$100.6T$100.6T$100.6TQ3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$100.6T - -
Q2'26 - - -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

SKHY Stock Snapshot

NEUTRAL50/100
$146.40−$1.11 (0.8%)
Market cap
1.12T
P/E ratio
7.2
Day range
$146.40 – $156.29
News sentiment
33/100 · Bearish
Analyst target
$252.21 (+72.3%)
Consensus
Buy · 50 analysts
52-week range+28.8% off low · -26.8% from high
$113.70$199.87
Price $146.40 DailyIQ Est. $277.36

SKHY is in a holding pattern - neither trend nor momentum has taken control. A stock this widely held moves on consensus revisions more than on individual catalysts.

Sector Rotation

Is money rotating into or out of SKHY's sector?

SK hynix Inc. sits in the Semiconductors sector, currently ranked 1st of 12 GICS sectors by relative-strength rotation score (weakening). Within its narrower Semiconductors industry group, SKHY ranks 1st of 15 tracked industries, weakening.

Sector rank
#1 of 12
Sector state
Weakening
Sector rotation score
0
Industry rank
#1 of 15

Options Market

What is the options market pricing for SKHY?

CallsPuts

For SK hynix Inc.'s nearest expiry (2026-10-16, 2 days out), open interest is put-heavy, a defensive/bearish tilt (put/call ratio of 1.95), with at-the-money implied volatility around 66.5%. The options market is pricing roughly a ±5.2% move by that expiry — a range of about $149.72–$166.28.

Put/call ratio (2026-10-16)
1.95
ATM implied volatility
66.5%
Total open interest
97,593
Expected move by 2026-10-16
±5.2% ($149.72–$166.28)

Analyst Rating Changes

Are analysts turning bullish or bearish on SKHY?

JP Morgan most recently initiated coverage on SK hynix Inc. to Overweight on Sep 10, 2026 with a price target of $245. Over the last 90 days, coverage has run 0 upgrades against 0 downgrades, a net mixed lean.

Latest action
JP Morgan — Overweight
90-day upgrades
0
90-day downgrades
0
Net rating momentum
0
DateFirmActionRatingPrice target
Sep 10, 2026JP MorganInitiatedOverweight$245
Aug 24, 2026NeedhamMaintainedBuy$200 → $220
Aug 4, 2026Wolfe ResearchInitiatedOutperform$200
Aug 4, 2026RBC CapitalInitiatedOutperform$200
Aug 4, 2026Cantor FitzgeraldInitiatedOverweight$300
Aug 4, 2026RosenblattInitiatedBuy$320
Aug 4, 2026NeedhamInitiatedBuy$200
Aug 4, 2026William BlairInitiatedOutperform-
Aug 4, 2026StifelInitiatedBuy$240
Jul 30, 2026BarclaysMaintainedOverweight$330 → $300
Jul 30, 2026UBSInitiatedBuy$204
Jul 14, 2026BarclaysInitiatedOverweight$330

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ETFs holding SKHY

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News Sentiment Analysis

Sentiment gathered from recent headlines

33/100
Strong NegativeNeutralStrong Positive
BEARISH

Recent News Coverage

Most recent articles, ranked by recency (click to expand).

10+ articles
What did this article say?
SK Hynix experienced a 10% decline in its shares after a Chinese chipmaker, ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), announced a breakthrough memory chip design that could compete with industry leaders. The announcement heightened investor concerns that China is narrowing the technological gap with major players such as Samsung and Micron, potentially eroding their market share and pricing power. The selloff reflected fears that the new technology could disrupt the memory market, especially amid rising demand from artificial intelligence applications.
What did this article say?
SK Hynix shares fell on October 13 as investors reacted to news that China’s CXMT announced a design breakthrough in memory chip production. The announcement intensified concerns that CXMT could erode market share by delivering higher‑density DRAM at lower cost. The slide was part of a broader decline in memory stocks, with competitors such as Micron and SanDisk also experiencing losses. The market’s reaction reflected fears that the competitive landscape could shift, potentially weakening demand for existing SK Hynix products.
What did this article say?
Analysts reviewed SK Hynix’s recent share price surge and questioned whether the current valuation aligns with its earnings potential. The discussion highlighted the company’s heavy exposure to memory and storage demand, suggesting that future profitability may hinge on the pace of AI‑driven memory adoption. While the stock has delivered significant total returns over five years, the analysis implied that the market may have priced in expectations that could be difficult to sustain.
What did this article say?
SK Hynix’s stock fell 11.9% over the week, prompting investors to reassess the company’s valuation relative to earnings. The decline coincided with reports that Solidigm, SK Hynix’s U.S. flash‑memory arm, is preparing for an IPO that could raise roughly $10 billion and value the unit near $100 billion. Analysts noted that the potential capital raise could strengthen SK Hynix’s balance sheet and support future growth, but the market reaction reflected short‑term uncertainty. The price slide highlighted concerns about whether the current share price aligns with the company’s profitability and capital needs. Overall, the market viewed the move as a cautionary signal amid mixed signals from the upcoming IPO.
What did this article say?
SK Hynix’s stock slipped 4.35% on the day of the news and 11.89% over the past week, reflecting investor caution ahead of the company’s October earnings and the Solidigm IPO announcement. The 90‑day return of 1.48% indicated that the short‑term weakness may be a temporary risk‑appetite reset rather than a fundamental shift. Analysts highlighted that the IPO could raise about $10 billion and value Solidigm near $100 billion, potentially benefiting SK Hynix’s financial position. Despite the recent decline, the longer‑term trend remained modestly positive, suggesting the market is weighing the IPO’s upside against current volatility. The overall sentiment was mildly negative, with the price drop outweighing the potential upside from the IPO.
What did this article say?
During a CNBC appearance, Jim Cramer discussed the memory chip market, noting that SK Hynix is benefiting from the ongoing shortage and has seen a modest rise in its stock price. He highlighted that SK Hynix’s exposure to the data center buildout is limited, but the company remains a positive play in the sector. The segment emphasized that SK Hynix’s performance is likely to stay supportive as demand for memory chips continues to grow, though no specific financial guidance was provided.
What did this article say?
SK Hynix’s Solidigm announced it is engaging banks for a $10 billion U.S. initial public offering, with a potential listing as early as 2027. The company’s valuation could reach up to $100 billion, according to Bloomberg. The move signals Solidigm’s intent to capitalize on growing demand for flash memory and to strengthen its position within the semiconductor supply chain. The IPO would provide SK Hynix with additional capital to fund R&D and expand production capacity. The announcement is viewed as a strategic step to enhance shareholder value and support long‑term growth.
What did this article say?
SK hynix (SKHY) was upgraded to Buy by SeekingAlpha on Oct 8, citing improved long‑term demand forecasts and better cash flow visibility. The analyst noted that industry consolidation could be undervaluing the company, suggesting a potential upside. The upgrade reflects confidence in SKHY’s positioning to benefit from structural tailwinds beyond 2028.

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Congressional Trading Activity
1 disclosed trades · ~$8.0K est. traded value · 1 buys, 0 sells
MemberChamberStateTypeAmountTradedFiled
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