Korea’s market capitalization surges on semiconductor rally, while EUV adoption also accelerates
2026year 6month 2day, South Korea’s stock market capitalization grew on a semiconductor rally, placing it among the world’s top markets. On the same day, it was also reported that the inspection period for the domestic introduction of EUV equipment, a key piece of semiconductor equipment, would be shortened by up to 25days.
2026year 6month 2day, South Korea’s stock market capitalization surged on a semiconductor rally, rising to 6place in the world. Some reports said it jumped to 5place globally. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix were reported to have contributed to the increase in market capitalization.
The KOSPI has risen 86% since the start of the year. Strong performance by major semiconductor stocks influenced the expansion of market capitalization. Reports differ on the extent of the index’s rise and the contribution of individual stocks.
On the same day, it was reported that the inspection period for the domestic introduction of EUV equipment, a key piece of semiconductor process equipment, would be shortened by up to 25days. It was mentioned that if equipment inspection and introduction procedures accelerate, the timing of equipment deployment could be brought forward.
Industry officials said that shortening the inspection period could bring forward the start of equipment operation. The specific scope and timing of the shortened inspections vary by company. The speed of equipment adoption directly affects production-line schedules.
Reports related to market capitalization released that day and news of accelerated EUV adoption were reported separately. Both developments are summarized as facts indicating changes in the structure of the semiconductor industry and the investment environment. Further details and company-specific announcements will need to be checked in future filings and materials.