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Analyst Douglas Kim of Douglas Research Advisory stated that after SK Hynix successfully listed in the United States through American Depositary Receipts (ADR), Samsung Electronics' similar listing plan has become more urgent. The complex accounting issues may have been one of the reasons why Samsung Electronics has been delaying its ADR listing. However, SK Hynix's successful ADR issuance without major accounting issues should help alleviate concerns. Kim said, "If Samsung Electronics relies only on domestic listing platforms in Korea and its own cash reserves for financing, it may be at a disadvantage in capital expenditure competition." He added that currently, SK Hynix's ADR is trading at a premium compared to its Korean domestic shares, and if this premium continues, the motivation for Samsung Electronics to list in the United States will be further strengthened.