Samsung and SK hynix ETFs

The new financial products aim to provide a low-cost entry point for everyday traders to speculate on the performance of Korea's dominant semiconductor giants.

Financial regulators have approved the 20,000 won ($13.30) base price, which is significantly lower than the underlying share prices of the two firms.

While the move is expected to boost market liquidity, analysts warn that leveraged single-stock products carry high risks and could increase market volatility.

The launch comes as South Korean tech stocks rally on the back of strong global AI chip demand and a recent labor agreement at Samsung.