📊Executive Summary

K Semiconductor's export share has surpassed 30% for the first time, driven by soaring demand and prices for memory semiconductors. In 2025, semiconductor exports from South Korea reached $173.39 billion, a 22.2% increase from the previous year, reflecting a significant rise in the overall export share. The price of DRAM and NAND flash products has surged dramatically, with DRAM prices increasing by 588.9% and NAND flash by 175.4% year-over-year. This trend is expected to continue as demand for AI infrastructure grows, leading to potential supply shortages. The article highlights the implications for procurement teams in the semiconductor sector, particularly regarding pricing trends and supply availability....