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SK Hynix (SKHYV) Raises $26.5 Billion in Largest U.S. Listing

SK Hynix raised $26.5 billion through American depositary receipts (ADRs), making it the largest first-time listing by a foreign company in the U.S. Demand for its stock on the Nasdaq was seven times higher than available shares. Prior to listing, SK Hynix sold ADRs for $149 each, with trading starting at $170. The company has experienced over a 630% stock price increase over the past year on the Korean Exchange and is a significant player in the high-bandwidth memory market. This listing provides U.S. investors direct access to a growing market in artificial intelligence demand, potentially affecting their investment opportunities.