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Samsung Projects 2026 Profit Surge Amid Chip Concerns

1/8/2026

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  • Samsung Electronics forecasts fourth-quarter 2026 operating profit of about 20 trillion won, tripling from a year earlier.
  • Samsung plans to launch 800 million devices with AI features in 2026 to regain market share from Apple.
  • Analysts warn that rising chip prices could dampen demand for PCs and smartphones.
  • Samsung's shares have risen significantly, but concerns about potential demand slowdowns persist.