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Techwing Announces Investor Relations (IR) Session on November 10, 2026
Techwing will hold an Investor Relations session on November 10, 2026, in Yeouido for institutional investors and analysts. The session will focus on the growth prospects of Cube Prober and Memory/SOC Test Handler businesses and the 2027 outlook.
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Wonik IPS: Notice of Preliminary Financial Results Disclosure Schedule for Q3 2026
Wonik IPS has announced that it will disclose its consolidated Q3 2026 financial results on November 9, 2026. The results will be based on K-IFRS and are provided as provisional figures subject to external audit review.
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HPSP Report on the Results of Treasury Stock Disposal (RSU Settlement)
HPSP completed the disposal of 5,360 treasury shares on October 29, 2026, valued at approximately 244.68 million KRW, to settle RSU grants for two employees.
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Samsung Electronics: Acquisition of Shares in TCL China Star Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. from Related Party
Samsung Electronics will acquire a 10.16% stake in TCL China Star Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. from its affiliate, Samsung Display, for approximately 1.27 trillion KRW (~$960.37 million USD). The transaction is intended to strengthen strategic collaboration and is expected to close in December 2026.
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Samsung C&T Corporation Reports Change in Large-Scale Shareholding of Samsung Electronics
Samsung C&T Corporation reported a marginal increase of 495 shares in its total holding of Samsung Electronics, bringing the aggregate stake of the reporting entity and its related parties to 1,151,143,514 shares (19.69%). The change was driven by on-market trading within Samsung Life Insurance’s special customer accounts.
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Hanmi Semiconductor Announces Preliminary Consolidated Financial Results for Q3 2026
Hanmi Semiconductor reported preliminary Q3 2026 consolidated revenue of 181,014 million KRW and operating profit of 90,803 million KRW. While results declined compared to the previous quarter, they showed growth on a year-over-year basis.
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Samsung Electronics: Investment in Related Party (Samsung Biologics) totaling 66.62 billion KRW
Samsung Electronics will invest 66.62 billion KRW (~$49.94 million USD) to acquire 567,503 shares of Samsung Biologics Common Stock. This investment is part of a paid-in capital increase participation approved by the board on October 29, 2026.
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Samsung Electronics: Disclosure of Insurance Transaction with Related Party (Samsung Life Insurance)
Samsung Electronics has entered into a contract with affiliate Samsung Life Insurance for a savings-type insurance product totaling 50 billion KRW. The transaction was approved by the board on October 29, 2026, for the purpose of stable fund management.
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Samsung Electronics Announces Decision to Dispose of Treasury Shares for Employee Incentives (4,690 Common Shares)
Samsung Electronics will dispose of 4,690 treasury shares valued at approximately 1.13 billion KRW (~$851,559 USD) on October 30, 2026. The shares are being granted as performance incentives to 29 executives and employees who achieved development project goals.
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Samsung Electronics: Disclosure of Gift to Related Party (Samsung Life Public Welfare Foundation)
Samsung Electronics announced a monetary gift of 24,430 million KRW (~$18.32 million USD) to the Samsung Life Public Welfare Foundation. The transaction was approved by the board on October 29, 2026, and is scheduled for payment within the same year.
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Samsung Electronics: Disclosure of Gift to Related Party (Sungkyunkwan University Foundation)
Samsung Electronics announced a monetary gift of 38,690 million KRW (~$29.01 million USD) to the Sungkyunkwan University Foundation. The transaction was approved by the Board of Directors on October 29, 2026, and is scheduled for payment within the same year.
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Samsung Electronics: Disclosure of Gift to Related Party (Sungkyunkwan University Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation)
Samsung Electronics approved a gift totaling 11.8 billion KRW (~$8.86M USD) to the Sungkyunkwan University Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation. The gift comprises 7.8 billion KRW in cash and 4.0 billion KRW in the free use of real estate facilities.
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Samsung Electronics: Disclosure of Gift to Related Party (Total 150 Billion KRW)
Samsung Electronics has resolved to provide a monetary gift of 150 billion KRW (~$112.44M USD) to be paid over five years. The funds will be routed through the Korea Inclusive Finance Agency to the Samsung Miso Financial Foundation.
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Samsung Electronics Announces Donation to the Korea Association of Athletics
Samsung Electronics has resolved to donate 1.26 billion KRW (~$944.53 million USD) to the Korea Association of Athletics. The funds will be used for training and the hosting of domestic and international athletics competitions.
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Samsung Electronics: Voluntary Disclosure of Corporate Social Responsibility Contribution to Hoam Foundation
Samsung Electronics announced a voluntary donation of 4.11 billion KRW (~$3.08 million USD) to the Hoam Foundation. The funds are designated for the Samsung Hoam Prize across six academic and social categories.
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IBK Securities: Samsung Electronics – Strong Earnings Performance Overshadowed by Disappointing Shareholder Returns
IBK Securities maintains a Buy rating but lowers the target price to 350,000 KRW (~$262.37 USD) due to disappointing shareholder returns, despite record-breaking earnings forecasts for the DS division.
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Shinhan Securities: Samsung Electronics – Maintaining Buy Rating; Fundamentals Remain Robust Amid HBM4 Momentum
Shinhan Securities maintains a Buy rating and a target price of 450,000 KRW (~$337.33 USD), citing robust fundamentals and HBM4 shipment growth. The firm has upwardly revised 2027 earnings estimates as HBM volumes are already sold out at target prices.
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Daishin Securities Maintains Buy Rating on Samsung Electronics; Target Price 500,000 KRW
Daishin Securities maintains a Buy rating and a Target Price of 500,000 KRW (~$374.81 USD) for Samsung Electronics, citing explosive memory profit growth and attractive valuation. The analyst forecasts a dominant 38% HBM market share by 2027 and significant upside in DRAM ASPs.
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Hanwha Investment & Securities: Samsung Electronics – Recovery in HBM4 Competitiveness and Rising Profit Expectations
Hanwha Investment & Securities maintains a Buy rating with a target price of 580,000 KRW, citing record 3Q26 earnings and a successful recovery in HBM4 market share. The firm highlights structural supply shortages through 2028 and expanding long-term agreements as key drivers for valuation re-rating.
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Yuanta Securities Upgrades Samsung Electronics Target Price to 690,000 KRW on Record-Breaking Earnings and HBM4 Momentum
Yuanta Securities has raised Samsung Electronics’ target price to 690,000 KRW (~$517 USD) with a Buy rating, citing record-breaking 3Q26 earnings and strong 4Q26 projections. The outlook is bolstered by HBM4 sales growth, sold-out 2027 HBM volumes, and expanding 2nm Foundry wins.
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DS Investment & Securities: Samsung Electronics – Buy Rating Maintained, Estimates Upwardly Revised on Record 3Q26 Performance
DS Investment & Securities maintains a Buy rating and a Target Price of 530,000 KRW (~$397.30 USD) for Samsung Electronics following a record-breaking 3Q26 operating profit of 107.4 trillion KRW. The firm raised 2027 operating profit estimates to 632 trillion KRW, citing HBM4 leadership and expanding 2nm foundry wins.
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Hana Securities: Samsung Electronics – Upward Revision of 2027 Operating Profit Forecasts
Hana Securities maintains a Buy rating and a target price of 480,000 KRW (~$360 USD), significantly raising 2027 operating profit forecasts to 624.4 trillion KRW (~$468B USD). The upgrade is driven by HBM4 technological leadership and strong memory pricing, despite a neutral target price adjustment due to global multiple compression.
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Kyobo Securities: Samsung Electronics (005930) – Buy Rating Maintained, Target Price 500,000 KRW; Record-Breaking 3Q26 Results Led by Memory
Kyobo Securities maintains a Buy rating and a Target Price of 500,000 KRW (~$374.81 USD) for Samsung Electronics following record-breaking 3Q26 results. The outlook is bullish based on HBM4 leadership, structural DRAM shortages, and narrowing Foundry losses.
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Mirae Asset Securities: Samsung Electronics – Buy Rating Maintained, Target Price 400,000 KRW
Mirae Asset Securities maintains a Buy rating and a Target Price of 400,000 KRW (~$300 USD) for Samsung Electronics, citing extreme undervaluation. The outlook is supported by record 3Q26 operating profits and the rapid scaling of HBM4 revenue.
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Kiwoom Securities: Samsung Electronics – General Memory Shipments Surge Amid HBM Expectations
Kiwoom Securities maintains Samsung Electronics as a sector Top Pick, citing a transition to shipment-led growth in general memory and long-term HBM potential. 4Q26 operating profit is forecasted to rise 31% QoQ to 140 trillion KRW (~$104.9B USD).
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Korea Semiconductor Exports Hit $56.70B in October 2026 (+257.5% YoY)
Korea’s semiconductor exports (HS 8542) totaled $56.70B in October 2026 (Full Month), ▲ +257.5% YoY and ▼ -6.3% MoM. Data sourced from Korea Customs Service.
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SK Hynix Clarification on Media Reports Regarding Potential 60 Trillion KRW NAND Flash Plant Construction by Solidigm in the U.S.
SK Hynix clarified that reports of a 60 trillion KRW (~$44.94B USD) NAND Flash plant investment in the U.S. by its subsidiary Solidigm are currently unconfirmed. The company is reviewing various expansion options but has not finalized any specific plans.
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Samsung Electronics Announces Preliminary Consolidated Earnings Results for Q3 2026
Samsung Electronics reported preliminary Q3 2026 consolidated revenue of 195.25 trillion KRW (~$146.31B USD) and operating profit of 107.44 trillion KRW (~$80.46B USD). This represents explosive Year-over-Year growth in operating profit of 783.11% compared to Q3 2025.
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Samsung Electronics Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend Decision Totaling 30.00 Trillion KRW
Samsung Electronics’ Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of 4,601 KRW per share for both common and preferred stocks. The total dividend payout amounts to approximately 30.00 trillion KRW (~$22.48B USD), with payments scheduled for November 27, 2026.
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Samsung Electronics: Correction of Preliminary Consolidated Operating Results for Q3 2026
Samsung Electronics corrected its preliminary Q3 2026 consolidated results, reporting revised revenue of 195.25 trillion KRW and operating profit of 107.44 trillion KRW. The filing emphasizes that these are unaudited figures provided for investor convenience and are subject to change upon final board approval.