SK HYNIX RAISES $26.5B IN RECORD US IPO

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FRI, JUL 10, 2026

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South Korean memory chipmaker SK Hynix completed the largest US market debut by a foreign company, raising $26.5 billion through the sale of 177.9 million American depositary shares at $149 each.

The offering was oversubscribed more than 7 times, signaling strong investor demand for the semiconductor manufacturer despite market volatility. The fundraise exceeds previous records for foreign companies entering US markets and reflects confidence in SK Hynix's business amid global chip demand. The company manufactures DRAM and NAND flash memory chips used in computing, smartphones, and data centers. SK Hynix joins other major chipmakers in accessing US capital markets as the industry navigates supply chain shifts and geopolitical considerations. The capital infusion strengthens the company's position to fund operations and strategic investments. The oversubscription level demonstrates investor appetite for established semiconductor players with proven track records, even as the broader tech sector faces uncertain conditions.

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