[Market Focus] KMW Surges 14% on Expectations of Gains from U.S. Telecom Network Investments

On March 17, the share price of KMW rose by more than 14%. This surge appears to have been driven by the positive outlook surrounding investment expansion by U.S. telecommunications companies.

As of 9:26 a.m. on this day, KMW shares had risen 14.04% from the previous day to reach 29,650 won. During intraday trading, the price even soared to 31,950 won. This is the highest level since the intraday record of 32,000 won on September 16, 2022.

Investor sentiment seems to have been boosted by forecasts that the company's performance will improve due to increased investment by U.S. telecommunications companies. According to analyst Kim Hongsik at Hana Securities, the upcoming frequency auction in the United States—scheduled to begin in June, in what is the world's largest communications equipment market—is a positive factor. The analysis is that, following spectrum acquisition, telecommunications companies will ramp up network infrastructure investment, leading to increased demand for equipment.

Another positive factor is that AT&T in the U.S. has announced plans to execute annual facility investments for five years from this year through 2030 at a level 2.5 times higher than in 2025. Given the regulatory trends in the U.S. for telecommunications equipment and components, it is highly likely that Samsung Electronics, as well as suppliers to Ericsson, will be selected. Analyst Kim explained, "Considering that KMW is virtually the leading company in the global base station filter and antenna market, there is a high possibility that profits will surge in 2027."

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