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SK Hynix earnings surprise likely as NAND exports surge

Expectations are rising that SK Hynix will deliver a first-quarter earnings surprise, with brokerages forecasting operating profit of about 35.2 trillion won and some estimates as high as 39.6 trillion won. Analysts cite solid server demand, preemptive purchases by mobile and PC clients, and the spread of long-term contracts. NAND results are also in focus, with brokerage estimates pointing to a sharp rise in exports and profitability. SK Hynix reports on April 29.