SK hynix Inc. (SKHY) Stock Analysis — Fair Value, Risk & Moat Rating
NMS · Technology · Semiconductors
Is SK hynix Inc. a safe investment right now?
As of Aug 13, 2026, our estimated fair value (intrinsic value) for SK hynix Inc. (SKHY) stock is $282.37, versus a market price of $166.33 — Strong Buy Zone. Predicted EPS $14.94 x 18.9 Fair PE.
SK hynix Inc.'s Altman Z-Score of 2.59 places it in the gray zone. Our fair value estimate is $282.37 (Strong Buy Zone). Moat rating: 3.7/5 stars.
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Could SK hynix Inc. go bankrupt? Altman Z-Score analysis
Z-Score of 2.59 places the company in the gray zone (1.8-3.0), warranting closer scrutiny.
- Below 1.8 — Distress Zone (high bankruptcy risk)
- 1.8 to 3.0 — Gray Zone (elevated uncertainty)
- Above 3.0 — Safe Zone (financially healthy)
What drives SKHY's Z-Score?
| Component | Formula | Value | Weight | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A · Working Capital / Total Assets | WC / TA | 0.1822 | 1.2 | 0.22 |
| B · Retained Earnings / Total Assets | RE / TA | 0.6052 | 1.4 | 0.85 |
| C · EBIT / Total Assets | EBIT / TA | 0.2918 | 3.3 | 0.96 |
| D · Market Cap / Total Liabilities | MCap / TL | 0.0213 | 0.6 | 0.01 |
| E · Revenue / Total Assets | Rev / TA | 0.5516 | 1.0 | 0.55 |
How has SKHY's financial health changed over time?
| Year | Z-Score | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1.46 | Distress |
| 2023 | 0.77 | Distress |
| 2024 | 2.2 | Gray |
| 2025 | 2.59 | Gray |
Source: Calculated from SKHY's latest 10-K filing on SEC EDGAR.
SK hynix Inc. Fair Value & Intrinsic Value — What Is It Actually Worth?
How we calculated this
| Input | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Predicted EPS (α) | $14.94 | Proprietary blend of reported actuals + analyst consensus, weighted by α |
| Last Year EPS | $7.47 | Annual report (SEC EDGAR) |
| Analyst Consensus EPS (This Year) | $26.15 | 13 analysts consensus |
| Trailing P/E | 22.3x | Current market pricing |
| Fair P/E (β discount) | 18.9x | Trailing PE adjusted by value discount factor β, hard-capped |
| Earnings Trend (γ) | Accelerating | Directional signal: predicted vs trailing EPS |
Wall Street Reference: Analyst consensus target price is $245.21 (13 analysts). This is shown for reference only and is not used in our valuation model.
Source: Earnings data from SEC EDGAR filings. Market data via Yahoo Finance.
Does SK hynix Inc. have a durable competitive advantage?
Moat rating: 3.7/5.
What makes up SKHY's moat score?
ROIC Stability
ROIC variability over the past decade. Score: 4/5.
Gross Margin Trend
Gross margin trajectory over the past decade. Score: 4/5.
Switching Costs
Estimated customer lock-in based on margin level. Score: 3/5.
How stable is SKHY's return on invested capital?
| Year | ROIC | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 5.3% | — |
| 2023 | -12.3% | Declining |
| 2024 | 26.1% | Rising |
| 2025 | 36.0% | Rising |
Source: ROIC calculated from SEC EDGAR filings.
Is SK hynix Inc.'s dividend safe?
Can SK hynix Inc. afford its dividend?
Payout ratio is 0.0%. FCF covers the dividend -3.0x. 0 consecutive years of payments.
US dividend withholding tax of 30% applies to non-US tax residents. This rate may be reduced under a tax treaty between the US and your country of residence. The adjusted yield shown assumes the default 30% rate. For informational purposes only — consult a qualified tax advisor.
SK hynix Inc.'s key financial metrics
| Metric | Latest | 1Y Ago | 3Y Ago | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $97146.7B | $66193.0B | $44621.6B | Rising |
| Net Income | $42919.3B | $19788.7B | $2229.6B | Rising |
| Free Cash Flow | $24793.8B | $13133.2B | −$4968.4B | Rising |
| Gross Margin | 60.4% | 48.1% | N/A | — |
Recent events that affect our SKHY analysis
SKHY earnings report scheduled
Upcoming report. Consensus EPS estimate: $6.21. Revenue estimate: $101.76T. Our current Fair Value: $282.37 — a significant beat or miss could shift this estimate.
SKHY analyst consensus: 93% bullish (13 of 14 analysts)
4 Strong Buy, 9 Buy, 1 Hold, 0 Sell, 0 Strong Sell. Consensus target: $245.21 (47.4% upside). Compare with our independent Fair Value: $282.37.
SKHY beat EPS estimates by 86.1%
Reported EPS: $9.06 vs estimate $4.87. Earnings strength supports our Fair Value of $282.37 (69.8% above current price).
Common questions about SK hynix Inc.
What is SK hynix Inc. stock price today?
SK hynix Inc. (SKHY) stock price is $166.33 as of the latest market close, traded on the NASDAQ exchange.
What does SK hynix Inc. do?
SK hynix Inc. through its subsidiaries, engages in research, develops, manufactures, distributes, and sells semiconductor devices in Korea, China, rest of Asia, the United States, Europe, and internationally. It offers DRAM, such as server memory, graphics memory, mobile memory, PC memory, consumer memory; NAND flash memory; SSD; and MCP products.
What is SK hynix Inc. market cap?
SK hynix Inc. has a market capitalization of $1.18T, classifying it as a mega-cap stock in the Technology sector.
What sector and industry is SKHY in?
SK hynix Inc. operates in the Technology sector, specifically within the Semiconductors industry. It trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol SKHY.
Is SKHY stock overvalued or undervalued?
Based on our valuation model, SK hynix Inc. trades 41.1% below our fair value estimate — potentially undervalued.
- FairValueLabs Fair Value: $282.37
- Current Price: $166.33
- Valuation Zone: Strong Buy Zone
What is SKHY stock forecast and analyst target price?
Based on 13 Wall Street analysts, the consensus price target for SK hynix Inc. is $245.21, implying upside of 47.4% from the current price.
- Analyst High Target: $355.00
- Analyst Low Target: $152.00
Note: Analyst targets are shown for reference and are not used in our valuation model.
Is SK hynix Inc. revenue and earnings growing?
Here are the analyst consensus growth estimates for SK hynix Inc.:
- Revenue growth (current year est.): 260.2%
- EPS growth (current year est.): nan%
- Revenue growth (next year est.): 51.1%
- EPS growth (next year est.): 22.9%
What are SK hynix Inc.'s key financial metrics?
| Metric | Latest | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $97146.7B | Rising |
| Net Income | $42919.3B | Rising |
| Free Cash Flow | $24793.8B | Rising |
| Gross Margin | 60.4% | — |
What is SKHY's P/E ratio?
The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings:
- Trailing P/E (last 12 months): 22.3x
- Forward P/E (next 12 months est.): 5.2x
- FairValueLabs Fair P/E: 18.9x
How volatile is SKHY stock?
SK hynix Inc. has a beta of 2.41, meaning it is significantly more volatile than the broader market. A beta above 1.0 indicates higher price swings relative to the S&P 500, while below 1.0 suggests more stability.
How much cash and debt does SK hynix Inc. have?
SK hynix Inc.'s balance sheet shows:
- Total Cash: $87.96T
- Total Debt: $18.59T
- Net Cash Position: $69.37T
A positive net cash position means the company holds more cash than debt, reducing financial risk.
Does SK hynix Inc. pay a dividend, and is it safe?
Yes, SK hynix Inc. pays a regular dividend. Here are the key metrics:
- Dividend Yield: 1584.5%
- Payout Ratio: 0.0%
- Consecutive Years Paid: 0
- 5-Year Dividend Growth: 0.0%
- FairValueLabs Safety Grade: D
Is SK hynix Inc. at risk of going bankrupt?
SK hynix Inc.'s Altman Z-Score is 2.59, placing it in the gray zone (1.8–3.0) — some financial uncertainty. The Z-Score uses five balance sheet ratios to predict bankruptcy probability within two years.
Does SK hynix Inc. have a durable competitive advantage?
SK hynix Inc. scores 3.7/5 stars (Solid moat · eroding) in our moat analysis:
- ROIC Stability: 4/5
- Gross Margin Trend: 4/5
- Switching Costs: 3/5
A score above 3.5 suggests meaningful pricing power and a defensible market position.
What is SKHY's return on equity (ROE)?
SK hynix Inc.'s return on equity is 92.7%. ROE measures how efficiently a company generates profits from shareholder equity. An ROE above 15% is generally considered strong, while below 10% may signal inefficiency.
How do I buy SKHY stock?
SKHY shares can be purchased through any brokerage account that provides access to the NASDAQ. Common steps:
- Open an account with a broker (e.g., Fidelity, Schwab, Interactive Brokers)
- Search for ticker symbol SKHY
- Place a market or limit order for your desired number of shares
This is not investment advice. Always do your own research before buying any stock.
Is SKHY a value stock or speculative?
FairValueLabs classifies SK hynix Inc. as Value-Speculation. It has some value characteristics but carries elevated risk factors that make it speculative. Extra due diligence is recommended.
Who is the CEO of SK hynix Inc.?
The current CEO of SK hynix Inc. is Dr. Noh-Jung Kwak.
What is SKHY's earnings per share (EPS)?
Earnings per share measures the company's profit allocated to each outstanding share:
- Trailing EPS (last 12 months): $7.47
- Forward EPS (next 12 months est.): $32.14
- Analyst consensus EPS (this year): $26.15
- Analyst consensus EPS (next year): $32.14
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All valuations, scores, ratings, and classifications on this page are produced by the FairValueLabs internal valuation system. They do not represent actual market value, guaranteed outcomes, or professional investment advice. These are analytical estimates for educational and research purposes only.
This is not financial advice. All data is sourced from SEC EDGAR public filings. Always consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Last updated: Aug 13, 2026. Data sources: SEC EDGAR (financial statements), Yahoo Finance (market data, analyst consensus). Data may not reflect the most recent quarter.
SKHY analysis methodology: How we calculate fair value, Z-Scores, and moat ratings