Samsung is expecting to hit over $38 billion (KRW 57.2 trillion) in operating profits for the first quarter of 2026, fueled by its semiconductor division. The figure would represent all-time high quarterly earnings and a 753% rise compared to the Q1, 2025 earnings. The Q1 earnings would also trump Samsung’s entire 2025 annual profit, which is a remarkable feat. Consolidated figures based on K-IFRS (in trillion won) 2026 Q1 (guidance) 2025 Q4 2025 Q1 Sales 133 93.84 79.14 Operating profit 57.2 20.07 ...