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SK Hynix, Intel RAM deal talks could shift U.S. manufacturing exposure

Sep 16, 2026, 9:26 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Concrete progress toward U.S.-based RAM manufacturing would diversify SKHY's revenue exposure, potentially improve margins on AI/data-center RAM, and attract upside risk from U.S. manufacturing incentives; however, the lack of final plans and regulatory scrutiny could limit upside if negotiations stall.

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Reuters reports SK Hynix is negotiating with Intel to manufacture RAM in the United States, potentially at Ohio or via a joint venture with cloud providers. SK Hynix says no final plans yet, while a separate Indiana facility for AI packaging—costing $3.8 billion and due to start production by 2029—signals a broader domestic push. If a deal progresses, SKHY could gain meaningful U.S. exposure and upside from AI-data center RAM demand, but policy and regulatory risks could temper gains.

  • SK Hynix in talks with Intel to manufacture RAM in the U.S. Nothing finalized.
  • Options include leasing space at Intel's planned Ohio factory; joint venture possible.
  • SK says no final plans yet; Indiana AI-packaging facility under construction, mass production 2029.
  • U.S. policy context: potential tariffs on semiconductors and incentives for domestic production.
  • SK ADR listing broadened access to American investors; Chey Tae-won supportive of U.S. factories.

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