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Korean stocks you can buy on US exchanges
Most Korean companies trade only on the Korea Exchange in won. A few offer American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) on the NYSE or Nasdaq, which trade in dollars during US hours. This table maps each US ticker to its Korean listing and shows how many Korean shares one ADR represents.
Exchange-listed ADRs (NYSE and Nasdaq)
| Company | US ticker | Exchange | ADR ratio | KRX code | Filing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SK hynix | SKHY | Nasdaq | 1 ADS = 1/10 common share | 000660 | SEC |
| KB Financial Group | KB | NYSE | 1 ADS = 1 common share | 105560 | SEC |
| Shinhan Financial Group | SHG | NYSE | 1 ADS = 1 common share | 055550 | SEC |
| Woori Financial Group | WF | NYSE | 1 ADS = 3 common shares | 316140 | SEC |
| POSCO Holdings | PKX | NYSE | 1 ADS = 1/4 common share | 005490 | SEC |
| Korea Electric Power (KEPCO) | KEP | NYSE | 1 ADS = 1/2 common share | 015760 | SEC |
| SK Telecom | SKM | NYSE | 1 ADS = 5/9 common share | 017670 | SEC |
| KT Corp | KT | NYSE | 1 ADS = 1/2 common share | 030200 | SEC |
| LG Display | LPL | NYSE | 1 ADS = 1/2 common share | 034220 | SEC |
Over-the-counter (OTC) tickers
These large companies have no US exchange listing. OTC Markets shows the tickers below, but we have not verified the security type (ADR or foreign ordinary shares) or ratio. OTC lines can be thinly traded; many brokers instead offer direct access to the Korea Exchange.
| Company | OTC ticker | KRX code | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Electronics | SSNLF | 005930 | OTC Markets |
| Hyundai Motor | HYMTF | 005380 | OTC Markets |
| LG Electronics | LGEIY | 066570 | OTC Markets |
Korea-linked US companies (not ADRs)
- Coupang (NYSE: CPNG) — US (Delaware) company with Korean operations; common stock, not an ADR.
- WEBTOON Entertainment (Nasdaq: WBTN) — US (Delaware) company; common stock, not an ADR.
Frequently asked questions
- Which Korean companies trade on US stock exchanges?
- As of September 2026, 9 Korean companies have ADRs listed on the NYSE or Nasdaq: SK hynix (SKHY), KB Financial Group (KB), Shinhan Financial Group (SHG), Woori Financial Group (WF), POSCO Holdings (PKX), Korea Electric Power (KEPCO) (KEP), SK Telecom (SKM), KT Corp (KT), LG Display (LPL).
- Does SK hynix trade in the US?
- Yes. SK hynix listed American Depositary Shares on the Nasdaq under the ticker SKHY on July 10, 2026. Each ADS represents one-tenth of a common share.
- Can I buy Samsung Electronics stock in the US?
- Samsung Electronics is not listed on a US exchange. Some brokers offer an over-the-counter line (SSNLF), and some offer direct access to the Korea Exchange, where Samsung trades under code 005930. Liquidity and fees vary, so check with your broker.
- What is an ADR ratio?
- The ratio shows how many underlying shares one ADR represents. For example, one PKX ADR represents a quarter of a POSCO Holdings share, so its price and dividends are scaled accordingly.
US listings verified against each issuer's latest Form 20-F/424B4 on SEC EDGAR; OTC tickers from OTC Markets pages (security type not verified). Last verified 2026-09-29. Listings change—confirm with the depositary bank or your broker. Related: What is an ADR? · Korea dividend tax calculator · Korea market hours. Not investment advice.