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AI Chip Boom Strains Korea Bonds; Implications for EWY

Jun 19, 2026, 6:51 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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AI-cycle beneficiaries lift index-aligned weightings; however, rising yields and a weaker won introduce volatility and potential valuation headwinds.

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AI-driven chipmakers Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix power Korea’s equity gains, lifting Kospi, even as bonds slump on rate-hike bets. The BoK's stance shifts toward tightening amid stronger growth and higher inflation, with yields climbing and the won weakening. EWY exposure to chips may benefit, but macro headwinds cap duration.

AI chip boom drives BoK tightening; Korea bonds among worst 2026 performers.
Samsung/SK Hynix rally boosts equity market, weighing on bonds.
Won weakness near 17-year low compounds inflation and yields risk.
Three-year yield rose to 3.858% on June 4; investors price more hikes.
Authorities warn, but growth forecast raised to 2.6%; policy skewed higher.

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