iShares MSCI South Korea ETF logs record inflow on SK Hynix ADR demand

Traders are using EWY for exposure to SK Hynix ADRs, whose newly listed shares are trading at a substantial premium to local stock.

Summary

The iShares MSCI South Korea ETF (EWY) recorded a record inflow as traders sought exposure to SK Hynix through its ADRs (U.S.-traded depositary receipts). The move reflects strong demand for the chipmaker’s new ADRs, which are trading at a substantial premium to SK Hynix’s locally listed shares, highlighting a pricing gap between the U.S. and home market listings.

Terms & Concepts
  • ADR: U.S.-traded depositary receipt
  • iShares MSCI South Korea ETF: Exchange-traded fund tracking South Korean equities