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title: "Key facts: Samsung Q1 57.2T; semis 53.7T, HBM4; strike May21; gvt warns"
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locale: "en"
url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/286831393.md"
description: "Samsung Electronics reported a record Q1 operating profit of 57.2 trillion won, with semiconductors contributing 53.7 trillion. The company has started HBM4 sales for Nvidia. An 18-day strike is set to begin on May 21 unless negotiations succeed, with the union demanding 15% of operating profit for bonuses. South Korean officials warn that the strike could impact exports and stocks, with potential emergency measures being considered."
datetime: "2026-05-19T00:14:27.000Z"
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# Key facts: Samsung Q1 57.2T; semis 53.7T, HBM4; strike May21; gvt warns

-   SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS (005930): Q1 operating profit hit a record 57.2T won; semiconductors contributed 53.7T. Began HBM4 sales for Nvidia Vera Rubin; AI memory demand remains strong.1
-   Samsung Electronics faces an 18-day strike starting May 21 unless talks succeed; union seeks 15% of operating profit for bonuses and formal contract terms; company offered 10% plus one-time pay.2
-   South Korean officials warned a strike could hit Samsung Electronics (005930) exports and stocks; PM and President said they may use emergency measures if needed.3

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