DRAM is trading at $57.19, up 3.72% on August 20, 2026, while the broader market is slightly lower, driven by SK Hynix’s plan to repurchase and cancel approximately $28.6 billion of shares.

  • The buyback supports memory-chip stocks and investor confidence.
  • Tightening DRAM supply reflects manufacturers prioritizing HBM production for AI systems.
  • Morgan Stanley expects DDR4 prices to rise 50% in the third quarter, strengthening the sector’s pricing outlook.