Semiconductor ETFs Surge Amidst Market Rally, But Volatility Risks Remain
South Korea’s ETF market has seen exceptional gains as the KOSPI hits record highs, with semiconductor-related ETFs and single-stock leveraged products posting outstanding returns. The surge is largely driven by leading stocks such as Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, coupled with growing optimism over AI infrastructure investments. This has resulted in significant capital inflows to thematic products like SOL AI Semiconductor TOP2 Plus, although some profit-taking has also emerged among select semiconductor ETFs. Notably, single-stock leveraged ETFs tracking Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix attracted 28 trillion KRW in just three days after listing, with strong individual investor participation through products like KODEX and TIGER. However, concerns are rising over excessive short-term trading, concentration in a few large stocks, and potential for increased volatility.
Competition among asset management firms is intensifying. While Samsung Asset Management and Mirae Asset Global Investments lead in capital inflows, KB Asset Management and Korea Investment Trust Management have stood out with higher returns. Korean regulators have requested restricted marketing of these high-risk leveraged ETFs to protect retail investors, with experts advising caution and recommending these products for short-term tactical trading only.
Beyond the domestic market, global semiconductor ETFs have also reported impressive results. NH-Amundi’s HANARO Fn K-Semiconductor ETF has surpassed 4 trillion KRW in assets with a year-to-date return of 239%, while Hanwha Asset Management’s PLUS Global HBM Semiconductor ETF reached 1 trillion KRW in assets and a staggering 579.6% annual return. The surge is underpinned by increasing demand for AI data center-related chips and sustained expectations for long-term growth in the semiconductor sector.
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