Outstanding margin loans stood at 3.64 trillion won for Samsung and 3.33 trillion won for SK hynix, totaling nearly 7 trillion won. The two stocks accounted for 36.5 percent of margin debt on the benchmark KOSPI, while their share of the broader market's margin debt averaged just 6.7 percent last year.
The concentration comes amid sharp swings in semiconductor stocks driven by concerns over AI investment returns. Samsung and SK hynix have fallen 41.7 percent and 58.3 percent, respectively, since June 22, raising the risk of further declines from forced selling.
Tags: Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK hynix, Korea, SCO, semiconductor, AI
Candice Kim is a dedicated business and technology reporter specializing in the intersection of high-tech innovation and fast-paced consumer trends. Her core beats span the semiconductor, IT, cosmetics, and retail sectors, where she provides in-depth coverage of industry titans including Samsung Electronics, SK hynix, and LG Electronics, alongside leading consumer brands like Olive Young and Musinsa. Whether analyzing complex silicon supply chains or tracking the latest shifts in beauty and fashion retail, Candice is committed to delivering sharp, accurate reporting that keeps readers informed on the forces shaping today's most dynamic markets.
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