South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix (KRX:000660) is eyeing the Nasdaq for its planned listing in the U.S., to bank on investor interest in AI-related stocks, Reuters reported Friday, citing two sources familiar with the matter.
The initial public offering is being planned for August, which is anticipated to broaden the chipmaker's investor pool and raise its profile among overseas investors, according to the report.
A representative from SK Hynix declined to comment on' request for comment.
Shares of SK Hynix jumped nearly 7% in Monday morning trade.
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