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SK Hynix Reports Massive Profit Surge Amid Booming AI Demand

South Korean chipmaker SK hynix has posted a record second-quarter profit increase driven by artificial intelligence demand, though its shares plunged.

By 29 Jul 2026 · 09:00 CET Updated 29 Jul 2026 · 09:00 CET

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According to Euronews, South Korean chipmaker SK hynix has reported a 1,242 percent profit surge fuelled by booming artificial intelligence demand. Despite recording these record second-quarter profits, the company's shares plunged as investors questioned whether the ongoing boom can last amid escalating Middle East tensions.

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