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SK Hynix: Record Results, Cancellation of Treasury Shares, & Start of an AI Solution Co in the US

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Douglas Kim
Jan 28, 2026
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  • SK Hynix achieved record high results in terms of sales and operating profit in 2025, fueled by growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductors.

  • SK Hynix announced that it plans to cancel 15.3 million treasury shares, representing 2.1% of its outstanding shares (728 million) to enhance shareholder value.

  • SK Hynix announced that it plans to establish an AI solutions company (tentatively named “AI Co”) in the United States and invest up to US$10 billion (14.3 trillion won).

Source: SK Hynix

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