Morningstar has reaffirmed its fair value estimate for SK Hynix's American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) at $160, citing a reasonable valuation level despite long-term cyclical risks. Analyst Jing Jie Yu noted that SK Hynix plans to allocate the 40 trillion won raised from its listing towards future fab investments. However, the primary aim of the listing is to enhance valuation rather than address immediate financing needs. The valuation multiples of Korean memory chip companies, including SK Hynix, have historically been lower than their US counterparts. Despite this, SK Hynix's current cash reserves are deemed sufficient for its investment requirements. Morningstar projects SK Hynix's EBITDA to reach 317 trillion won in 2026 and 474 trillion won in 2027, suggesting that the recent fundraising's impact on capacity investment is more symbolic than substantial. Given the unpredictable earnings trajectory of memory chip manufacturers, Morningstar maintains a "Very High Uncertainty" rating for SK Hynix.