Goldman Sachs
June 4, 2026
Race to the Top: Kioxia and AI
Market ReportEquitiesDerivativesInformation TechnologyIndustrials
Kioxia is rapidly approaching the title of Japan's most valuable company, driven by the AI NAND/HBM memory cycle. Goldman Sachs identifies Kioxia and Softbank as key high-beta vehicles for AI sector exposure.
Key Takeaways
- 1.Kioxia has experienced exponential growth since its 2024 IPO and is nearing Toyota's valuation to become Japan's most valuable company.
- 2.Kioxia and Softbank are presented as the primary 'winners' for high-beta exposure to the AI hardware and software race.
- 3.The report suggests Call Spread vs Put (CSvP) derivative structures for both Kioxia (285A.T) and Softbank (9984.T) for exposure.
Table of Contents
- STATE OF OREGON
- CONVENTIONS
- PLANNING
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Authors
Alvin ChamChristian BeerliEnna HattoriKeita Umetani
Securities
285A.TSoftbankToyota
Themes
AI Hardware SupercycleEquity Derivatives as AI Exposure
Regions
Asia PacificJapan
