Samsung Electronics has restarted sales of its ultra-premium Galaxy Z TriFold in the US, marking what industry observers believe is likely the final release of the experimental $2,899 foldable device.
Samsung Electronics held a design briefing to explain the creative process behind its recently launched Galaxy S26 series and Galaxy Buds 4. The session provided insights into the design choices for both products.
SK Hynix shares experienced a significant 15% jump after Samsung Electronics announced a forecast for blowout financial results, indicating positive sentiment across the semiconductor industry.
Samsung expects an eightfold surge in first-quarter earnings, forecasting record profits largely due to the booming demand for AI-related technologies, despite rising energy costs.
Samsung Electronics is anticipated to announce a substantial increase in its quarterly profit, with expectations that it will reach a new record level.
Active Computer Systems S.A. and Samsung Electronics Hellas have announced the commencement of their partnership, aiming to provide technologically advanced and secure mobility solutions to the corporate sector.
Samsung Electronics is collaborating with K-pop group BTS for their global concert tour through 2027, aiming to showcase Galaxy smartphones and improve fan engagement.
Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong visited Beijing on Sunday to attend a high-level economic forum for a second straight year, as the company seeks to maintain ties in the key market amid…
Samsung Electronics confirmed its plans to invest a record 110 trillion won ($73.5 billion) in facilities and research this year, aiming to secure multiyear supply deals with major AI chip customers and strengthen its position in the rapidly expanding AI chip market by 2026.
Samsung Life Insurance Co. announced plans to sell approximately 6.24 million shares, valued at 1.32 trillion won ($881.6 million), in Samsung Electronics Co., marking a significant divestment for the conglomerate's financial arm.
Samsung Electronics and AMD have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on next-generation AI memory solutions and are exploring a broader foundry partnership to enhance their capabilities in the artificial intelligence sector, focusing on advanced AI hardware.
Samsung Electronics’ labor unions will launch a general strike in May, marking the first such action in nearly two years and only the second in the company’s history. A joint labor coalition said Wednesday it had secured the legal right to strike after 93.1 percent of participating members backed a walkout. The coalition, known as the Joint Struggle Headquarters, brings together three unions: the Samsung Group United Union Samsung Electronics Co. Union, the National Samsung Electronics Union and
SUWON, Gyeonggi Province — Samsung Electronics’ annual shareholders meeting opened to applause on Wednesday, a sharp break from last year’s tense gathering as investors returned in high spirits after the stock’s rebound, record annual revenue and a larger dividend plan. At the company’s 57th annual general meeting at Suwon Convention Center, the contrast with 2025 was evident from the start. A year ago, the room was dominated by frustration over a share price stuck in the 50,000 won ($33.65) ran
Samsung Electronics ended domestic sales of the Galaxy Z TriFold on Tuesday, wrapping up a three-month run for the device that was designed more as a technology showcase than a profit driver. The smartphone, which launched here on Dec. 12 at 3,590,400 won ($2,410), sold out within minutes each time new stock arrived. Samsung released small batches every one to two weeks through its online store and at select retail locations, with each round clearing in roughly two to five minutes. Despite the s
Despite global equity market volatility due to Middle East tensions, analysts are raising price targets for South Korea's leading chipmakers, Samsung Electronics and SK hynix, anticipating strong demand.
A South Korean top court ruling, which mandated the inclusion of a key performance bonus in severance pay calculations for Samsung Electronics, is now triggering a wave of lawsuits against the tech giant and its various affiliates.
Samsung Electronics will cancel about 87 million treasury shares worth roughly 16 trillion won ($10.9 billion) in the first half of this year as part of its efforts to enhance shareholder value,…
Samsung Electronics announced its achievement as the leading global television brand for 20 consecutive years, marking two decades of leadership in the TV industry.
Samsung Electronics is moving quickly on its next flagship smartphone chip, preparing production-ready samples of the Exynos 2700 by midyear as the company seeks to expand the use of its own processors in future Galaxy devices and reduce reliance on Qualcomm. Industry sources said this week that Samsung aims to complete production-ready samples of the Exynos 2700 between May and June. The chip is widely expected to power a significant portion of the Galaxy S27 lineup scheduled for release early
A German court has ruled that Chinese electronics maker TCL engaged in misleading advertising by promoting certain televisions as having QLED screens despite lacking meaningful quantum-dot functionality, siding with a complaint filed by Samsung Electronics. According to industry sources Thursday, the Munich Regional Court ordered TCL’s German unit to stop marketing some models — including its QLED870 series — as QLED TVs, finding the advertising violated Germany’s fair competition law. Samsung f
Hyundai Engineering & Construction's Hillstate Pyeongtaek Station Central City is seeing renewed interest as Pyeongtaek’s real estate market recovers, buoyed by Samsung Electronics’ semiconductor expansion plans.
Each step in a coordinated technology theft scheme should be prosecuted as a separate crime in South Korea, the Supreme Court ruled last month, significantly widening criminal exposure in a case involving Samsung Electronics’ semiconductor technology allegedly leaked to China. The court said stealing trade secrets, passing them to an accomplice and using them are not one continuous offense but distinct criminal acts. That conclusion overturns lower court rulings that had treated the entire chain
Samsung Electronics said Friday it had achieved record data transmission speeds in the 7-gigahertz band — a core frequency for 6G networks — in a test with Korean telecom operator KT and US electronics test equipment firm Keysight Technologies. The ultrahigh-density multiple-antenna technology is based on massive multiple-input multiple-output architecture, which integrates a large number of antennas into a single system to improve efficiency and speed. Under the partnership, Samsung developed a
Samsung Electronics Co.'s upcoming Galaxy smartphone is expected to see its first price increase since 2023, industry watchers said Wednesday, amid a global rise in memory chip prices fueled by the artificial intelligence boom. The South Korean tech giant plans to host the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event in San Francisco on Feb. 25 under the theme "The Next AI Phone Makes Your Life Easier," where the company is widely expected to unveil the Galaxy S26, the latest in its flagship lineup. Samsung Elect
Foreign investors have sharply increased purchases of South Korea’s major chipmakers, led by Samsung Electronics and SK hynix, following a ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran. According to the Korea Exchange on Friday, foreign investors bought a combined 3.33 trillion won ($2.5 billion) worth of the two stocks over two trading days from Wednesday to Thursday. Samsung Electronics topped net purchases at 2.65 trillion won, followed by SK hynix at 441.9 billion won and Samsung Electronics p
Samsung Electronics reported record-breaking first-quarter earnings, boosting the combined market capitalization of its group affiliates to nearly 1,600 trillion won, highlighting its dominant position in Korea's equity market.
Samsung Electronics' smartphone division experienced a significant profit decline in the first quarter, despite the company achieving record earnings driven by a memory chip boom. Analysts attribute this to the division being on the 'wrong side' of the chip market.
Samsung Electronics has projected an eight-fold increase in its first-quarter profit, attributing the significant growth to strong demand and rising prices for AI chips.
Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics are intensifying their focus on artificial intelligence and platform strategies to compete in the premium TV segment, as a new alliance between Sony and TCL is set to heighten market competition amidst slowing global demand.
Samsung Electronics is anticipated to report a significant surge in its quarterly profit, potentially reaching a record level, indicating strong financial performance.
Samsung Electronics announced it will supply high-efficiency heat pump air conditioning solutions for a major residential redevelopment project in Cornwall, England, which involves repurposing a former mining site.
Samsung Electronics Co. announced plans to cancel 14.5 trillion won ($9.5 billion) worth of its treasury stocks as part of a buyback program aimed at enhancing shareholder value. This involves approximately 73.3 million common stocks and 13.6 million preferred stocks.
Harman International, an automotive affiliate of Samsung Electronics, plans to invest 131 million euros in Hungary for research and development projects aimed at the European market. This move is part of its strategy to expand its automotive presence in Europe.
Samsung Electronics and Hyundai Motor Group have launched a Car-to-Home Service, allowing drivers to control home appliances from their vehicles, building on their existing Home-to-Car feature.
Samsung Life Insurance and Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance announced plans to sell a combined 1.5 trillion won ($1 billion) stake in Samsung Electronics after the chipmaker’s treasury share cancellation pushed up their ownership ratios.
Sources indicate that Samsung Electronics plans to close its television manufacturing plant located in Slovakia, impacting its European production operations.
Samsung Electronics announced it has held the top position in the global commercial display market for 17 consecutive years, securing a 35.2 percent share with 2.5 million units shipped.
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Samsung Electronics is reportedly considering entering into longer-term deals for memory chips in an effort to stabilize its supply chain and ensure consistent availability.
Samsung Electronics announced that its Galaxy S26 Ultra received the 'Best in Show' award at the Global Mobile Awards (GLOMO Awards) during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 in Barcelona.
SK hynix has overtaken Samsung Electronics as the most preferred employer among South Korean job seekers, underscoring the rising appeal of semiconductor companies amid the global artificial intelligence boom. According to a survey released by job platform Saramin on Monday, 20 percent of the 2,304 respondents selected SK hynix as their top employer of choice. It marks the first time the memory chipmaker has surpassed Samsung Electronics, which had held the top spot since the survey began, Saram
The world suddenly cannot get enough memory chips. Artificial intelligence data centers are consuming unprecedented volumes of DRAM, pushing prices higher and squeezing supply for everything from smartphones to laptops. The two companies at the center of that boom, Samsung Electronics and SK hynix, earned more than 72.1 trillion won ($48.7 billion) in operating profit last year. And yet the shortage continues. The question seems obvious. If demand is booming and profits are soaring, why not simp
Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong has been named the sole Korean on Forbes' world's 100 richest people list this year, with an estimated net worth of $27 billion.
Samsung Electronics’ labor unions will hold a strike authorization vote starting Monday as they move toward a possible general strike in May. The unions’ joint struggle headquarters said Friday that a vote on industrial action will take place from Monday to March 18, with the aim of securing the legal right to strike by mid-March. If more than half of all union members approve the move, the unions plan to stage a large-scale rally of members in April and proceed with a general strike in May. “Th
Wage negotiations between management at Samsung Electronics and its labor union have collapsed after the two sides failed to reach an agreement in mediation with the National Labor Relations Commission, raising the possibility of a walkout for the first time in two years. The commission, a quasi-judicial body tasked with mediating labor-management disputes, decided to suspend the process on Wednesday, following the second round of talks a day earlier. Samsung Electronics management and labor rep
Samsung Electronics and Corning are entering a new phase of their partnership, driven by the increasing demand for optical fiber used in AI data centers.
While high-profile Korean startups such as Toss and Yanolja chase Wall Street valuations — following Coupang’s US listing — a British chip-equipment maker is betting on Seoul instead. TeraView, a UK firm that commercialized terahertz technology for ultraprecision semiconductor inspection, chose to list on Kosdaq rather than in London or New York. The company counts Samsung Electronics, Intel and Nvidia among its customers, supplying critical components used in advanced chip manufacturing. “TeraV
Samsung Group affiliates are bracing for a new wave of severance pay lawsuits after the Supreme Court ruled last month that Samsung Electronics’ target-based bonus must be treated as wages when calculating retirement pay. Legal sources said Thursday that unions and former employees at Samsung Electronics Service, Samsung Fire and Samsung SDS are consulting with law firm A Pro on potential claims seeking additional severance. The legal turning point came Jan. 29, when the Supreme Court held that
Samsung Electronics is reportedly planning a significant $4 billion investment in chip testing and packaging facilities in Vietnam, signaling an expansion of its manufacturing footprint in the region.
Brokerages have increased their earnings forecasts and price targets for Samsung Electronics, citing strong momentum from AI-driven memory demand and anticipated long-term supply contracts with major tech firms.
Samsung Electronics announced a ninefold increase in its first-quarter operating profit, surpassing analyst expectations due to strong demand for AI-driven chips. However, the company faces potential supply chain threats for essential raw materials used in chip production.
High-net-worth investors in South Korea increased their holdings in semiconductor stocks, particularly Samsung Electronics, while divesting from defense and nuclear shares amidst heightened tensions related to the Iran conflict.
Samsung Electronics' $17 billion foundry in Taylor, Texas, has advanced to the equipment installation and commissioning phase, with the company posting 183 new job openings for the site.
Victor Armășelu, Vice President of Samsung Electronics Romania and Bulgaria, discussed Samsung's Vision 2026, emphasizing a shift from product-centric to experience-centric approaches and the role of technology as a non-intrusive partner.
Samsung Electronics is emerging as a potential beneficiary of a tightening supply crunch at TSMC, as surging demand for artificial intelligence chips pushes the industry leader’s most advanced capacity to its limits through 2028.
Unionized workers at Samsung Electronics have met with a co-CEO in anticipation of a proposed walkout, indicating ongoing labor negotiations and potential industrial action.
US chip giant Qualcomm Technologies underscored South Korea’s strategic importance as a global hub for technological innovation, highlighted its long-standing partnership with Samsung Electronics,…
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Samsung Electronics and AMD have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on AI memory solutions and explore a potential foundry partnership, aiming to advance AI technology.
Samsung Electronics unveiled its seventh-generation HBM4E chip at Nvidia’s GPU Technology Conference, widely known as GTC, highlighting its push to strengthen its position in the AI memory market. Samsung on Monday announced its participation in GTC 2026 in San Jose, California, which runs Monday to Thursday, where it presented the HBM4E technology alongside a range of memory solutions designed to support Nvidia platforms. At the event, Samsung set up an exhibition area dubbed the “HBM4 Hero Wal
South Korea's shareholder meeting season has commenced, with major conglomerates like Samsung Electronics and Hyundai Motor Group convening annual general meetings. These meetings are primarily focused on discussing and implementing governance changes and corporate strategies.
Samsung Electronics has maintained its position as the world's top soundbar brand for the 12th straight year, capturing 21.5 percent of global soundbar revenue, according to market research firm Futuresource Consulting.
For the first time, Google has joined the ranks of Samsung Electronics' top five customers, signaling a significant strengthening of their business relationship.
Samsung Electronics Co. announced a record 37.7 trillion won ($25.6 billion) investment in research and development in 2025, aiming for an early lead in the global race for next-generation artificial intelligence chips.
Unionized workers at Samsung Electronics are preparing to vote on whether to go on strike, amidst ongoing controversy regarding alleged disadvantages faced by employees.
Samsung Electronics said Friday that preorders for its latest flagship Galaxy S26 smartphone had reached 1.35 million units in South Korea over a seven-day period, the highest preorder volume ever recorded for the Galaxy S series. The previous record was set by the Galaxy S25 lineup, which drew 1.3 million preorders during an 11-day presales period. Demand again centered on the premium model. The Galaxy S26 Ultra accounted for about 70 percent of total preorders, continuing a recent trend of str
Samsung Electronics Co. said Sunday it plans to transform its domestic and overseas production facilities into factories driven by artificial intelligence (AI) by 2030 as part of its push for manufacturing innovation. The company will introduce digital twin-based simulations across the entire manufacturing process from materials warehousing to production and shipment while deploying AI agents dedicated to quality control, production and logistics to strengthen data-driven analysis and verificati
Samsung Electronics announced the further expansion of Galaxy AI, thereby further solidifying its vision of a rich, open, and integrated multi-agent ecosystem. For
Samsung Electronics and SK hynix are locked in a race to mass-produce sixth-generation high-bandwidth memory, but Chinese rivals are making gains elsewhere — flooding the legacy DRAM market with chips priced at roughly half the going rate. According to industry sources on Friday, China’s top DRAM manufacturer CXMT has been offering older-generation DDR4 chips at about half the prevailing market rate. The move comes as global supply shortages have driven prices sharply higher, allowing the compan
Samsung Electronics and other key Samsung Group affiliates have tightened controls on internal communications by introducing a “secure chat” mode on their employee messaging platform, a step aimed at curbing repeated leaks of sensitive internal discussions, industry sources said Wednesday. The new setting restricts how messages can be shared or stored once activated. According to an internal notice, secure chat rooms block copy and paste, message forwarding, screen capture and the saving of chat