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SK hynix posts record Q2 profit of W60.5tr as AI memory prices surge
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SK hynix posts record Q2 profit of W60.5tr as AI memory prices surge

SK hynix announced record-breaking financial results for Q2, reporting an operating profit of 60.54 trillion won ($41.6 billion), a 557.2% increase compared to the same period last year. This surge was driven by rising memory prices for AI servers, particularly in high-value products like HBM, DRAM for AI servers, and enterprise SSDs. Revenue reached 79.32 trillion won, up 256.8% year-on-year, and net profit soared to 93.92 trillion won, marking a 1,242.5% increase. The company's performance exceeded its full-year 2025 operating profit target for the year, with first-half revenue reaching 131.9 trillion won, the first time it has surpassed 100 trillion won in six months. SK hynix also highlighted progress in securing long-term supply agreements and advancements in HBM4 and NAND technologies.

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SK hynix posts record Q2 profit of W60.5tr as AI memory prices surge

SK hynix announced record-breaking financial results for Q2, reporting an operating profit of 60.54 trillion won ($41.6 billion), a 557.2% increase compared to the same period last year. This surge was driven by rising memory prices for AI servers, particularly in high-value products like HBM, DRAM for AI servers, and enterprise SSDs. Revenue reached 79.32 trillion won, up 256.8% year-on-year, and net profit soared to 93.92 trillion won, marking a 1,242.5% increase. The company's performance exceeded its full-year 2025 operating profit target for the year, with first-half revenue reaching 131.9 trillion won, the first time it has surpassed 100 trillion won in six months. SK hynix also highlighted progress in securing long-term supply agreements and advancements in HBM4 and NAND technologies.

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