EWY is trading 3.2% up today, driven by record September semiconductor exports and renewed demand for AI-related chips.
- South Korea’s KOSPI reclaimed 7,000; Samsung Electronics surged 4.98% and SK hynix gained 0.59%.
- Semiconductor materials, systems, and HBM shares advanced, broadening sector support for the Korea-focused ETF.
- Stronger U.S. chip stocks, broader risk appetite, and easing selling pressure after last week’s correction reinforced the move.