Samsung's Q1 operating profit rises 755% on chip rebound

Nikkei Asia | April 6, 2026, 8:57 p.m. | Original

SEOUL -- Samsung Electronics' first-quarter profit surged a stronger-than-expected 755% on the year, though the conflict in the Middle East is clouding the company's outlook.

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