Samsung Electronics (005930 KS) Q1 oper. profit is seen rising six-fold Y/Y to a record KRW 40.5tln and revenue seen increasing 50% Y/Y ahead of tomorrow's prelim. results

Samsung Electronics is poised to report significant growth in its Q1 operational profit and revenue, with a projected six-fold increase in profit and a 50% rise in revenue year-on-year.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 6 Apr 2026, 00:27 UTCOn the live feed at 00:07 UTC, 20 minutes before this page

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Singapore PMI (Mar) 56.7 (Prev. 59.2)

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Samsung Electronics (005930 KS) Q1 oper. profit is seen rising six-fold Y/Y to a record KRW 40.5tln and revenue seen increasing 50% Y/Y ahead of tomorrow's prelim. results

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This remarkable performance indicates strong demand and operational efficiency, likely positioning Samsung favorably in the tech sector and enhancing investor sentiment ahead of the preliminary results announcement tomorrow.

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