SK Hynix Q4 Profit Soars on AI-Driven Chip Demand
SK Hynix shattered expectations with a record-breaking fourth quarter, posting 32.8 trillion won in revenue and 19.2 trillion won in operating profit. The 137% annual profit surge underscores the insatiable demand for high-bandwidth memory chips powering AI systems.
Microsoft's exclusive adoption of HBM3E chips for its Maia 200 AI processor signals a strategic pivot toward AI infrastructure. Shareholders reap rewards through a 12.24 trillion won treasury share cancellation and 2.1 trillion won dividend payout.
The 6% after-hours stock jump reflects market Optimism about HBM4 production scaling. Memory chips have become the unsung heroes of the AI revolution, with SK Hynix positioned as a critical enabler of next-generation computing.