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Samsung Faces 21% Profit Drop Amid AI Chip Struggles

4/7/2025

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Samsung Electronics braces for a significant 21% plunge in Q1 operating profit, forecasting a dip to 5.2 trillion won ($3.62 billion). Struggling with falling AI chip sales and a tough foundry landscape, the tech giant grapples with fierce competition from SK Hynix and setbacks in its U.S. factory amid global trade tensions and leadership upheaval.

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Samsung Electronics braces for a significant 21% plunge in Q1 operating profit, forecasting a dip to 5.2 trillion won ($3.62 billion). Struggling with falling AI chip sales and a tough foundry landscape, the tech giant grapples with fierce competition from SK Hynix and setbacks in its U.S. factory amid global trade tensions and leadership upheaval.