$SK Hynix (SKHY) Slips -1.01% After Record Quarter: Memory Giant Consolidates Between $140 Suppor...
๐ Market Recap
As of November 3, 2026, 'SKHY' closed at $147.71, down -1.01% from the previous session. The stock is consolidating after its post-earnings surge, sitting roughly -26.1% below its 52-week high of $199.87 and about +18.3% above its 52-week low of $124.80. Intraday range was $146.29 to $156.06, with volume of 20.80 million shares and a volume ratio of 0.69, indicating lighter-than-average participation.
๐ Key Drivers
- Record Q3 earnings: Revenue reached 104.62 trillion KRW, up 328% YoY, with operating profit of 83.33 trillion KRW, up 632% YoY, far exceeding consensus of 77.5 trillion KRW.
- Massive shareholder return plan: The company plans at least 30 trillion KRW in cash dividends and at least 60 trillion KRW in share buybacks and cancellations for 2026.
- AI memory supercycle: Macquarie estimates memory accounts for about one-third of total AI data center spending, with HBM prices expected to more than double by 2027.
๐ฏ Price Outlook
Short-Term Upside/Downside Probability
| Direction | Probability | Price Range | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upside | 50% | 152 โ 160 | +3% ~ +8% |
| Downside | 50% | 138 โ 145 | -2% ~ -7% |
Medium-Term Upside/Downside Probability
| Direction | Probability | Price Range | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upside | 58% | 160 โ 185 | +8% ~ +25% |
| Downside | 42% | 125 โ 138 | -7% ~ -15% |
Key Price Zones
| Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Short-Term Resistance | 156 / 171 |
| Short-Term Support | 146 / 140 |
| Strong Support Zone | 125 |
(The above forecast results are AI-generated and for reference only. They do not constitute any form of investment advice, trading guidance, or return commitment.)
1. Technical Analysis ๐
Volume: Trading volume was 20.80 million shares with a volume ratio of 0.69, showing subdued participation. One-day capital flow showed total inflow of 974 million versus outflow of 962 million, roughly balanced with a slight net inflow.
MACD: DIF (-6.25) remains below DEA (-7.56), but the MACD histogram is positive at 2.62, indicating a bullish crossover attempt in progress though momentum is still weak.
RSI: 6-day RSI is 45.78 and 12-day RSI is 44.19, both in neutral territory and pulling back from overbought conditions seen in late October. This leaves room for further upside without being overextended.
2. Key Price Levels ๐ฏ
Primary Support: $140.38 โ a break below this level would signal near-term trend weakness and open the door to $125.
Strong Resistance: $170.91 โ clearing this level would confirm a new leg higher toward the $185โ$200 zone.
Immediate Pivot: $149.21 โ the previous close now acts as the intraday bull-bear dividing line.
3. Valuation Perspective ๐ฐ
P/E Ratio TTM is extremely low at 0.77, while Price-to-Sales Ratio TTM is 5.39 and Price-to-Book Ratio is 4.70. Forward PE is 5.86, below its historical average of 6.54, suggesting the market is pricing in normalized earnings after the extraordinary profit surge.
4. Analyst Targets ๐ฏ
A total of 15 institutions cover the stock with an average target price of $259.41, implying significant upside from current levels. Ratings are distributed as follows: 6 Strong Buy, 10 Buy, and 2 Hold. The lowest target is $154.98, while the highest reaches $400.00.
5. Weekly Outlook ๐ฎ
The stock is expected to trade within the $140โ$156 range in the coming week as it digests the post-earnings surge. A breakout above $156 could target $171, while a breakdown below $140 may test the $125 strong support zone.
Key events to watch over the next 1โ2 weeks:
- Continued digestion of the record Q3 earnings report and shareholder return plan details.
- HBM and AI memory supply-demand updates, especially any new data center capex announcements from major hyperscalers.
- Macro sentiment around AI funding conditions and semiconductor export policy developments.
- Institutional shareholder activity, with notable recent increases by BlackRock and Vanguard.
Risk Disclaimer โ ๏ธ
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Stock markets involve risk, and investors should exercise caution. 'SKHY' valuation is heavily tied to the AI memory cycle, and any slowdown in HBM demand or broader AI capital expenditure could lead to sharp price corrections.
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