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South Korea Overtakes India as World's Sixth-Largest Stock Market
BusinessbloombergTimes of Indiajapan-times4d ago3 sources

South Korea Overtakes India as World's Sixth-Largest Stock Market

South Korea has surpassed India to become the world's sixth-largest stock market by capitalization, with memory chipmakers Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix powering the country's equity surge. This shift reflects changes in global market valuations and investor sentiment.

"NACHO" Trade Signals Prolonged Inflation, Memory Chip Rally Continues
Businessadvisor-perspectives17d ago

"NACHO" Trade Signals Prolonged Inflation, Memory Chip Rally Continues

The "NACHO" trade, signifying "not a chance Hormuz opens," has emerged as a new reality for global investors following the Xi-Trump summit. This development has heightened prospects of prolonged inflation, driving global bond yields higher while the rally in memory chipmakers persists.

Chinese AI Startup DeepSeek Nears $45 Billion Valuation in Investment Talks
TechnologyFTSCMPrzeczpospolita+6tvn24publicoYahoon1-bihmeta-mkseeking-alpha1mo ago9 sources

Chinese AI Startup DeepSeek Nears $45 Billion Valuation in Investment Talks

Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek is reportedly in advanced investment talks, with its valuation nearing $45 to $50 billion. China's "Big Fund" is said to be leading these discussions, aiming to bolster the country's technological champions.

AI Boom Transforms Memory Chip Market Dynamics
BusinessFT1mo ago

AI Boom Transforms Memory Chip Market Dynamics

The current AI frenzy is signaling an end to the traditional boom and bust cycles for memory chipmakers, with companies like SK Hynix and Samsung reporting increased demand for long-term contracts amid acute shortages.

S&P 500, Nasdaq Reach Record Highs on Intel Surge
FinanceReutersbloombergFT+16yle-uutisetcnbcglobe-and-mailNHK WorldvgmarketwatchforbesYahoo+8 more1mo ago19 sources

S&P 500, Nasdaq Reach Record Highs on Intel Surge

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq stock indices closed at record highs, largely driven by a significant surge in Intel's stock. The chipmaker's shares soared over 20% amid strong AI demand and signs of a turnaround.

Foreign funds pour W3.3tr into Samsung, SK hynix following ceasefire
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Foreign funds pour W3.3tr into Samsung, SK hynix following ceasefire

Foreign investors have sharply increased purchases of South Korea’s major chipmakers, led by Samsung Electronics and SK hynix, following a ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran. According to the Korea Exchange on Friday, foreign investors bought a combined 3.33 trillion won ($2.5 billion) worth of the two stocks over two trading days from Wednesday to Thursday. Samsung Electronics topped net purchases at 2.65 trillion won, followed by SK hynix at 441.9 billion won and Samsung Electronics p

Iran's Parliament Speaker Warns US Against Ground Invasion Amid Troop Buildup
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Iran's Parliament Speaker Warns US Against Ground Invasion Amid Troop Buildup

Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has issued strong warnings against a potential US ground invasion, vowing never to accept 'humiliation' as the Pentagon reportedly prepares ground force options and more American marines arrive in the region, even as diplomatic efforts are claimed.

Dow and Nasdaq End Fifth-Straight Losing Week in Correction Amid Market Slump
Businesswsjcnbcmarketwatch+3forbesYahooseeking-alpha2mo ago6 sources

Dow and Nasdaq End Fifth-Straight Losing Week in Correction Amid Market Slump

Technology and social media stocks have experienced their worst week in nearly a year, with Snap hitting a new 52-week low and Meta Platforms among the most oversold, as both the Nasdaq and Dow officially end their fifth-straight losing week in correction territory amid war concerns and a chip selloff.

A Japanese toilet maker and seasoning giant are unlikely winners of the AI boom
BusinessBusiness Insider3mo ago

A Japanese toilet maker and seasoning giant are unlikely winners of the AI boom

AI demand is boosting unexpected Japanese companies — including a toilet maker and a seasoning giant. Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images A toilet maker and seasoning giant are Japan's unlikely winners in the AI boom. Toto, famous for its bidets, has drawn investor attention because it makes key components for memory chips. Food giant Ajinimoto produces an insulating material used in advanced semiconductor packaging. The AI boom isn't just lifting chipmakers and Big Tech. In Japan, it's flushing gains into a toilet manufacturer and a seasoning giant. As demand for AI chips surges, investors are piling into companies that sit inside the semiconductor supply chain — even if they're better known for bathrooms and soup stock. Toilet maker Toto, famous for its high-tech bidets and heated seats, has drawn investor attention. The company makes electrostatic chucks, which are critical components used in the production of NAND memory chips. Memory prices have climbed sharply in recent months, driven by AI-related demand. Last week, UK-based activist fund Palliser Capital called Toto "the most undervalued and overlooked AI memory beneficiary," according to reports by Bloomberg and the Financial Times. After news broke on Tuesday that Palliser Capital had taken a stake and was pushing Toto to promote its chip-parts business, the toilet maker's stock jumped more than 5%. Its shares are up more than 54% over the past year. It's not just Toto. Japanese food giant Ajinomoto, better known for its umami seasonings and soup bases, has become an unlikely AI infrastructure play. The company produces an insulating material used in advanced semiconductor packaging. Ajinomoto's latest financials point to strength beyond its core food business. For the nine months ended December, the company reported an 8.9% rise in net profit, while operating profit increased 5.6% year-on-year. The gains were partly driven by its "Healthcare and Others" segment which includes electronic materials used in semiconductors, the company said in a February earnings statement. After Ajinomoto posted its earnings on February 5, the company's stock rose 13%. Its shares are up more than 56% over the past year. Not all non-tech companies are benefiting equally from the AI boom. Daikin, best known globally for its air conditioners, supplies high-purity chemical materials used in semiconductor manufacturing. It recently trimmed its outlook, citing uncertainty over US tariffs as a drag on demand. The Japanese air conditioning maker reduced its operating profit forecast by about 5% to 413 billion Japanese yen, or $2.6 billion, for the fiscal year ending in March. "Operating profit was significantly affected by the decline in semiconductor demand, decreasing by 44.6% year over year to ¥18,102 million," the company said in its financial report in February. "Net sales of fluoropolymers fell year over year, despite focused Group efforts to capture strong new demand in the data center field, and was due to the stagnation in the construction markets of the United States and China and the significant overall impact of delays in the recovery of semiconductor demand," it added. The company said it plans to cushion the blow through price increases and cost reductions. Daikin's stock dropped as much as 8.4% in Tokyo following its financial results. Read the original article on Business Insider

Micron Joins Trillion-Dollar Club Amid Booming AI Chip Demand
BusinessBBCbloombergFT+6marketwatchYahoonaftemporikiRappleradvisor-perspectiveszerohedge9d ago9 sources

Micron Joins Trillion-Dollar Club Amid Booming AI Chip Demand

Micron Technology has officially surpassed a $1 trillion market capitalization, driven by the surging demand for memory chips fueled by the artificial intelligence boom, making it the latest tech firm to join this exclusive club alongside SK Hynix.

Opinion: U.S. Chip Export Controls' Downside
PoliticsFox News17d ago

Opinion: U.S. Chip Export Controls' Downside

An opinion piece argues that U.S. export controls on semiconductors act as a self-imposed tax, harming American chipmakers by cutting them off from the Chinese market and inadvertently boosting Beijing's domestic chip manufacturing efforts.

Trump-Xi Summit Addresses Trade, Taiwan, Iran, AI Safety
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Trump-Xi Summit Addresses Trade, Taiwan, Iran, AI Safety

The summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing covered critical issues including trade, Taiwan, and Iran, with Trump stating Xi vowed no military equipment support for Iran. Discussions also touched upon potential US-China AI safety talks.

Skild AI and Nvidia Deploy Robot Brains on Blackwell Assembly Lines
TechnologyReutersindian-expresschannel-news-asia2mo ago3 sources

Skild AI and Nvidia Deploy Robot Brains on Blackwell Assembly Lines

Skild AI and Nvidia are deploying advanced robot brains on Blackwell assembly lines, aiming to enhance automation and efficiency in manufacturing processes by integrating sophisticated AI into production. This collaboration focuses on leveraging AI to optimize assembly line operations.

EU’s antitrust chief now has warning for America's biggest chip companies Nvidia and AMD
TechnologyTimes of India2mo ago

EU’s antitrust chief now has warning for America's biggest chip companies Nvidia and AMD

The European Union is expanding its AI industry scrutiny, with officials warning US chipmakers like Nvidia and AMD. Regulators are examining the entire AI stack, from underlying models and data to cloud infrastructure, due to concerns about market dominance. Nvidia's significant market share in GPUs is a particular focus, potentially leading to antitrust investigations and hefty fines.

SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won Deepens AI Alliances
BusinessKorea Herald1d ago

SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won Deepens AI Alliances

SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won is strengthening alliances with leading AI chipmakers, holding talks with TSMC Chairman C.C. Wei and meeting Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to bolster the group's position in the AI sector.

SK Hynix and Micron Join $1 Trillion Valuation Club Amid AI Boom
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SK Hynix and Micron Join $1 Trillion Valuation Club Amid AI Boom

Memory chipmakers SK Hynix and Micron Technology have both reached a market valuation of $1 trillion, driven by surging demand for their products due to the artificial intelligence boom. SK Hynix's shares have seen significant growth, making it the third Asian company to achieve this milestone, with its market cap hitting $1 trillion.

ASML Expects First Chips from New High-NA Machines Soon
BusinessReuterschannel-news-asia17d ago2 sources

ASML Expects First Chips from New High-NA Machines Soon

ASML, a key supplier to chipmakers, has announced that the first chips produced using its new High-NA extreme ultraviolet lithography machines are expected to arrive within months. This marks a significant step in advanced semiconductor manufacturing.

Wuhan Robotaxi Malfunction Strands Passengers and Halts Traffic
TechnologyAPBBCbloomberg+46NYTwsjFTnrkcnbcfazSCMPder-standard+38 more2mo ago49 sources

Wuhan Robotaxi Malfunction Strands Passengers and Halts Traffic

Autonomous taxis from Baidu's Apollo Go experienced a widespread system failure in Wuhan, China, causing over 100 vehicles to stop abruptly in traffic, leading to collisions and paralyzing road movement, with police rescuing stranded passengers.

Marco Rubio Criticizes NATO Allies, Threatens Reassessment Over Limited Iran War Support
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Marco Rubio Criticizes NATO Allies, Threatens Reassessment Over Limited Iran War Support

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has sharply criticized Spain and other European NATO allies for their limited support in the war with Iran, calling their alleged lack of assistance 'very disappointing' and suggesting Washington might reassess its relationship with the alliance after the conflict concludes, questioning the benefits of the alliance for the US.

SK hynix, Sandisk team up on next-gen HBF standards
TechnologyKorea Herald3mo ago

SK hynix, Sandisk team up on next-gen HBF standards

SK hynix and Sandisk have agreed to jointly pursue global standardization of High Bandwidth Flash, a next-generation memory technology designed to improve artificial intelligence inference systems, the companies said Thursday. The two chipmakers launched the HBF Spec Standardization Consortium at Sandisk’s headquarters in California, announcing plans to form a dedicated workstream under the Open Compute Project, the world’s largest open data center technology initiative. The workstream will focu