SK Hynix recorded an explosive surge on the afternoon of the 31st, soaring to the daily price limit.

As of 2:19 p.m. on the 31st, SK Hynix is trading at 1,714,000 won, up 29.65% (392,000 won) from the previous trading day. During the session, it touched the upper limit price of 1,718,000 won, drawing investors' attention.

This sharp rally came in tandem with a broad-based advance across the domestic stock market. At the same time, both the KOSPI and KOSDAQ maintained double-digit gains, continuing their strong performance as massive buying poured into the semiconductor sector.

With expectations for a global semiconductor industry recovery and forecasts of expanding AI investment coinciding, foreign and institutional buying concentrated on large-cap semiconductor stocks. As a result, large-cap stocks, including SK Hynix, emerged as the leading names driving the market higher.

The upper-limit rally sharply improved investor sentiment, and Samsung Electronics as well as semiconductor equipment and parts/materials stocks also showed strength, broadening the upward trend across the entire sector.

However, given the sharp short-term stock price increase, investors should be mindful of the potential for expanded volatility going forward, requiring a cautious approach.

[※ This article is based on market conditions and does not constitute a recommendation to invest in any specific stock.]