Global Market | SK Hynix weighs $12 billion special dividend ahead of Q3 Results: Reports

What happened: SK Hynix is reviewing a possible special dividend, reported at up to $12 billion and funded by gains from selling its Kioxia stake. The company said details will come with its quarterly earnings on Wednesday. Key numbers: $12 billion special dividend under review. Why it matters: SK Hynix and Samsung face growing investor pressure for higher payouts after record AI-driven profits, and shares have retreated from June highs on doubts about AI spending. SK Hynix also paused a US listing of its Solidigm unit, citing market volatility. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

SK Hynix is reviewing a possible special dividend, reported at up to $12 billion and funded by gains from selling its Kioxia stake. The company said details will come with its quarterly earnings on Wednesday.

SK Hynix and Samsung face growing investor pressure for higher payouts after record AI-driven profits, and shares have retreated from June highs on doubts about AI spending. SK Hynix also paused a US listing of its Solidigm unit, citing market volatility.