Samsung Electronics (005930 KS) says dollar strength had a positive impact of KRW 1.6tln on operating profit in Q4

Samsung's announcement highlights a significant boost in operating profit due to dollar strength, which suggests favorable conditions for its export-driven segments.

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PRE-MARKET CHINESE STOCKS NEWS: Bank of Qingdao (3866 HK) prelim. FY25 (CNY) net 5.2bln (exp. 4.9bln), rev. 14.6bln (exp. 14.3bln)

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Samsung Electronics (005930 KS) says dollar strength had a positive impact of KRW 1.6tln on operating profit in Q4

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PRE-MARKET TAIWAN AND SINGAPORE STOCKS NEWS: United Microelectronics Corp (2303 TT) - Co. said revenue in 2025 rose 2.3% Y/Y to TWD 237.6bln and it sees 2026 revenue to outpace market growth

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Sees flat smartphone market volume in 2026.
China competition set to intensify for mature foundry chips next year.

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However, the forecast of a flat smartphone market coupled with rising competition in the foundry space, particularly from China, raises concerns about future growth prospects in key areas. This dichotomy between current profitability and future market challenges could influence investor sentiment towards Samsung and the broader tech sector.

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