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Trump’s decision to scale back US–South Korea military exercises has not only unsettled the security order in Asia, it has also refocused attention on companies that sit closest to shifting defense priorities. When geopolitical risk and alliance doubts rise, investors often reassess which stocks might benefit or lose out. This article breaks down how that story could play out in 3 specific stocks from our Global Defense Contractors screener. The 3 stocks below are just a starting sample, and...

LS Corp. ( KRX:006260 ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a substantial price...

While SEMCNS Co., Ltd. ( KOSDAQ:252990 ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw a significant share...

Samsung Electronics (KOSE:A005930) and Movellus Circuits announced a collaboration to offer on-die power optimization and telemetry IP to AI and high performance computing chip designers through Samsung Foundry's SAFE Program. The partnership brings new power management technology into Samsung's foundry ecosystem, targeting advanced process nodes for AI and HPC silicon. The move expands Samsung's IP offering for AI focused chip projects beyond earlier work centered on memory, products, or...

For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...

The Korean won's sharp swing higher, a reset in Kospi after the AI boom, and fresh rate hikes from the Bank of Korea have quietly reshuffled the deck for South Korean financials and FX sensitive cyclicals. Currency moves can reshape profit pools, funding costs and sentiment faster than earnings reports. This article explains that story and walks through 3 stocks from the screener that appear positively exposed to the recent news. The three stocks below are just a starting sample from this...

Regular readers will know that we love our dividends at Simply Wall St, which is why it's exciting to see Webzen Inc...

Regular readers will know that we love our dividends at Simply Wall St, which is why it's exciting to see Hankook...

KT&G Corporation ( KRX:033780 ) stock is about to trade ex-dividend in four days. Typically, the ex-dividend date is...

Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...

Some investors rely on dividends for growing their wealth, and if you're one of those dividend sleuths, you might be...

As global markets experience fluctuations with major U.S. stock indexes reaching new highs and geopolitical developments influencing investor sentiment, the appeal of dividend stocks becomes increasingly significant for those seeking stability amidst uncertainty. In these conditions, a good dividend stock is characterized by consistent payouts and a strong track record, offering investors potential income even when market volatility prevails.

SK hynix (KOSE:A000660) and SanDisk released a new High Bandwidth Flash specification for AI systems through the Open Compute Project. The HBF standard targets high bandwidth, high capacity near-compute memory to support AI inference workloads. The specification is designed to guide AI hardware designers and encourage early ecosystem adoption in AI infrastructure. This move positions SK hynix more prominently in open industry collaboration around next generation AI storage...

In August 2026, the Asian markets have shown resilience amid global economic shifts, with key indices reflecting a cautious optimism driven by technological advancements and geopolitical developments. As investors navigate these evolving landscapes, companies with strong growth potential and high insider ownership often stand out, suggesting a level of confidence from those closest to the business.

Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...

We can readily understand why investors are attracted to unprofitable companies. For example, although...

It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...

South Korea’s plan to pour hundreds of billions into memory fabs, with SK Hynix’s US$720b buildout and its US$26.5b Nasdaq listing in the spotlight, has turned the country’s chip ecosystem into a live stress test for AI-era demand. For investors, this kind of capital wave can reshape supply chains, profits, and pricing power. This article walks through three stocks linked to this story and what that might mean for your portfolio thinking. The three stocks below are just a starting sample, and...

In recent weeks, global markets have shown resilience amid geopolitical developments and strong corporate earnings, with major U.S. stock indexes reaching new heights fueled by enthusiasm around AI-related stocks. As investors navigate these evolving conditions, growth companies with high insider ownership stand out for their potential alignment of interests between management and shareholders, offering a unique perspective on long-term value creation in today's market environment.

South Korea’s Kospi has slipped into a technical bull market after rebounding roughly 23% from its late July low, and memory chip heavyweights like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix sit right at the heart of that story. With AI related spending lifting expectations for hardware demand, investors do not want to ignore where capital is flowing. This article walks through three stocks exposed to that trend and explains how each might fit your watchlist. The stocks covered below are just a...

Amidst a backdrop of geopolitical developments and fluctuating oil prices, Asian markets have shown resilience with technology and semiconductor shares providing notable support. In such an environment, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing due to their potential for significant earnings growth and alignment of interests between management and shareholders.

Energy markets are back in the spotlight as oil, gold and bond expectations all react to fresh geopolitical risk and a closely watched U.S. CPI release. That mix can quickly reshuffle which stocks benefit and which get squeezed, especially among global producers most tied to commodity swings. This article walks through 3 stocks from our Global Energy Producers screener that appear especially exposed to today’s news mix and explains what that could mean for your watchlist. The 3 stocks below...

The Asian markets have been experiencing a mix of resilience and challenges, with some indices showing strength amid geopolitical developments and economic data pointing to varied growth across the region. In this environment, identifying undervalued stocks can be crucial for investors looking to capitalize on potential market inefficiencies. A good stock in such conditions is one that demonstrates strong fundamentals yet trades below its intrinsic value, offering an opportunity for potential...

SK hynix has delivered a very large 5 year return, yet the stock still screens as undervalued on Simply Wall St’s broader valuation checks, which raises a clear question about how much upside might be left after such a strong run. Over the past 5 years SK hynix has returned about 14x, which puts a lot of focus on whether recent gains already reflect the company’s long term earnings power. Future revenue and cash flow expectations can support the current share price. At the same time, any...