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StocksMedium•5 November 2026•
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South Korea Secures $2B Foreign Investment for AI and Semiconductor Sectors

Key Facts

1South Korea secured $2 billion in investment commitments from seven international companies for AI data centers and semiconductor manufacturing.
2Approximately $1.97 billion of the total investment is intended for projects located outside the Seoul metropolitan area.

South Korea secured $2 billion in investment commitments from seven international companies to bolster its AI infrastructure and semiconductor manufacturing. Serrari Group reported that the funds are designated for AI data centers and production facilities, with approximately $1.97 billion of the total investment intended for projects located outside the Seoul metropolitan area.

The commitments involve major global firms including Amkor Technology, Tokyo Electron, Henkel, and Air Liquide. Regarding related equity performance, Amkor Technology closed at $35.66 on November 4, 2026, while Tokyo Electron (8035.T) closed at 8,753 yen on November 5, 2026, and Henkel (HENOY) closed at $23.25 on November 4, 2026. These inflows coincide with South Korea reporting a 93.7% year-on-year increase in exports on November 1, 2026.