AI Stocks: Opportunities in Second Half of 2021

The AI market growth in the second half presents investment opportunities in LG Electronics and Dongjin Semichem with potential for long-term gain.

### AI Market Growth in the Second Half of 2021 and Promising Stocks to Watch
* 📈  The KOSPI has risen to **2,763**, led by large-cap stocks such as semiconductors and automobiles, and with the return of foreign investors, there is anticipation that it could soon surpass **2,800**.
* 🤖  In the second half of 2021, AI infrastructure investment is aggressively taking place in various sectors, and it is expected to continue as a **leading stock**.
* ⛏️ " Semiconductors and AI can be seen as **mega trends** in the second half as well.
* 💻  Big tech companies' investments in AI data centers, which can be understood as factories producing AI services, are likely to **continue in the future**.
* 🔍  Among global AI infrastructure investment-related stocks, companies such as NVIDIA, SK Hynix, TSMC, and ASML are currently seeing **significant growth**.
* 🏠  In the second half of 2021, AI is expected to **actively spread to the B2C sector**, as AI devices start to be sold in earnest and **actively penetrate daily lives**.
* 📦  LG Electronics is introduced as a true beneficiary of the AI market growth, with its AI data center cooling system expected to see **structurally and long-term revenue growth**.
* 🎯  For those approaching Dongjin Semichem from a short- to medium-term trading perspective, it is advisable to set the **first target price at 46,000 KRW** and the **stop-loss price at 39,800 KRW**.

Today, led by large-cap stocks such as semiconductors and automobiles, the KOSPI has risen to 2,763. With the return of foreign investors, could it soon surpass 2,800? We will look for stocks to participate in this. On Tuesday's market, we will start Buying and Selling with Im Jongs' breakthrough trigger. Hello, CEO. It's nice to meet you. The first half of the year has flown by, and it's time to prepare for the second half. AI infrastructure investment is aggressively taking place in various sectors, and some analysis suggests that it will continue to be a leading stock in the second half of the year. As expected, CEO, in the second half as well, semiconductors and AI, yes, AI, can be seen as a mega trend. AI data centers can be understood as factories that produce AI services, and investments by big tech companies in AI data centers are likely to continue in the future. Linked to this, the global data center cooling market is now also growing.

It is highly likely that it will happen. Among the global AI infrastructure investment or facility investment-related stocks, companies that are now seeing the largest numbers include NVIDIA, SK Hynix, TSMC, ASML, etc. In the global AI software market growth phase, companies like Microsoft are expected to benefit greatly. In the AI device market, there is a high possibility that Samsung Electronics will take the lead. In the second half of this year, it is expected to be a time when AI is spreading to B2C. In the second half of this year, as AI devices start to be sold in earnest, it is anticipated that AI will actively penetrate into our daily lives. However, when it comes to investing in stocks, although the U.S. market is finding new figures like Broadcom and Adobe, our market keeps going back and forth with the same ones, which is a bit worrisome.

If you want, which stocks are promising right now? It is risky to talk about stocks recklessly, as you might get hurt. So, I will introduce and recommend a true beneficiary of the AI market growth that can be safely approached from the bottom. The stock I am introducing right now is LG Electronics. When actively investing in AI data center related to big tech, the demand for cooling systems increases. In that case, you can consider LG Electronics as a structure that can meet the demand. The annual revenue of the company's AI data center cooling system is expected to structurally and long-term increase. Currently, the weather is too hot, and in this early heat, the sales of air conditioners are likely to increase significantly. Moreover, through AI innovation, the replacement cycle for AI air conditioners is now rapidly approaching.

In the second quarter of this year, the operating profit is expected to slightly miss the estimates or slightly fall short. It could be a situation where profit expectations are adjusted upwards. The company boasts a portfolio of car infotainment, electric vehicle powertrains, and vehicle lamps, which are expected to contribute positively to performance. With a 40% stake in LG Innotek, they are also expected to show growth through the release of AI iPhones in September this year. Therefore, in the second half of this year, LG Innotek is a company to keep an eye on. The momentum for home appliances, iPhones, and HBM cooling is building up, but the stock price hasn't risen significantly. Where should we set the target price and stop-loss?

Shall we take a look? Yes, the semiconductor market is now in the spotlight and being traded, so for those approaching it from a long-term investment perspective, there may not be a strong need to actively set stop-loss points. However, for those approaching it from a short or medium-term trading perspective, I will provide target and stop-loss points. For the first technical rebound, the target price is around 112,000 KRW, and the stop-loss price can be set at about 95,600 KRW. If you are approaching it from a long-term investment perspective, it seems unnecessary to remember stop-loss and target prices. Therefore, let's move on to the next topic. ASML is accelerating the commercialization of advanced lithography equipment in line with the growth of the AI market. Amid fierce competition in the fine process of foundry companies, where should we look for investment points? ASML is expected to create added value through EUV equipment, and Intel's EUV equipment is currently...

Now, it is in a state of being an entrance. The interest in companies seems to be necessary at this point. Moreover, the era of Hyper NA EUV equipment upgraded beyond the High N EUB equipment is expected to arrive by 2030. Therefore, in this story, it is now a time to cover the companies that will benefit from it. There are several reasons that come to mind. Among them, which one should we look at? Yes, there are a few that stand out, and one of them is Dongjin Semichem. This company seems to need some attention as it is quite famous for its photoresist business. It is already the world's number one in 3D EUV photoresist business, supplying Samsung Electronics since the end of 2020. Also, they are currently supplying EUV photoresist to Samsung Electronics since 2022, and they are involved in memory processes.

The EUV photoresist being introduced is now being delivered, and it seems highly likely that the commercialization of EUV photoresists for foundry use will be successful with a certain time lag. Also, the development of high NA EUV photoresists is underway, and it is expected that revenue will begin to be generated in earnest around 2026 after completion of development in 2025. In addition, the issue of increasing supply of SK Hynix's HBM and CNP slurries is likely to gain attention over time. Dongjin Semichem, which you pointed out as having expectations for an increase in photoresist supply for memory foundries, how far should we set our target and stop-loss points? Currently, Dongjin Semichem is a company that may be highlighted for its perception of a somewhat excessive decline compared to its peak, and if a technological rebound trend develops, the first rebound target price could be around 46,000 KRW.

It seems that setting it up would be good. In my opinion, if it breaks through and succeeds at 46,000 won, there may be additional upward potential, but for those approaching from a short- to medium-term trading perspective, it would be good to set the first target at 46,000 won. Also, if you anticipate a price drop, it is advisable for those who want to manage risks thoroughly to set the reduction criteria and price to 39,800 won. Yes, please remember Dongjin Semicon's target price is 46,000 won, and the stop-loss price is 39,800 won. If you want to continue to learn about various economic issues, please subscribe, like, and turn on notifications. This was AI Caster Kwon Mijung.

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The Rise of KOSPI and the Potential Stocks to Watch

The KOSPI has surged to 2,763 driven by large-cap stocks like semiconductors and automobiles, with the potential to surpass 2,800 with the return of foreign investors.

The second half of the year is expected to be dominated by AI infrastructure investment, with companies like NVIDIA, SK Hynix, TSMC, ASML, and Microsoft likely to benefit.

The global expansion of AI into the B2C market and daily life is anticipated, but there are concerns about the South Korean market's reliance on the same stocks.

LG Electronics is a promising investment due to the increasing demand for AI data center cooling systems.

The company is expected to see a structural and long-term increase in annual revenue from this sector.

Additionally, with a portfolio including car infotainment and electric vehicle powertrains, as well as a stake in LG Innotek, it is positioned for positive performance.

As the momentum for its products builds up and with the release of AI iPhones, LG Electronics is a company to watch for potential growth in the second half of the year.

Long-term Investment and Short-term Trading in the Semiconductor Market

For long-term investors, there may not be a strong need to set stop-loss points in the semiconductor market.

However, for short or medium-term traders, target and stop-loss points can be around 112,000 KRW and 95,600 KRW respectively for the first technical rebound.

ASML is accelerating the commercialization of advanced lithography equipment, expected to bring added value through EUV equipment, with Dongjin Semichem standing out as a company to pay attention to for its prominent role in the 3D EUV photoresist business.

Prospects for EUV Photoresists and SK Hynix's Supply Issues

EUV photoresists for foundry use are likely to be successfully commercialized, with revenue expected to start in 2026.

The increasing supply of SK Hynix's HBM and CNP slurries is also projected to gain attention.

Dongjin Semichem's target price is set at 46,000 KRW with a stop-loss price of 39,800 KRW, reflecting expectations for a potential rebound.