Samsung Electronics Q4 2025 Earnings: Record 20 Trillion Won Profit Amid AI Surge
Samsung Electronics projects a record-breaking 20 trillion won operating profit for Q4 2025, fueled by a 50% surge in AI-driven memory chip prices.
20 trillion won in profit. Samsung Electronics just shattered its all-time earnings record. Driven by an insatiable hunger for AI hardware, the memory giant is riding a wave that's eclipsed even the historic heights of 2018.
Samsung Electronics Q4 2025 Earnings: A Record-Breaking Milestone
According to Reuters and official guidance released Thursday, Samsung Electronics projects an operating profit of 20 trillion won for the fourth quarter of 2025. This massive figure represents a near tripling of profits compared to the previous year and beats the company's prior record of 17.6 trillion won set in Q3 2018. Consolidated sales are expected to reach 93 trillion won.
The 50% Memory Price Hike Powering the 'Hyper-Bull' Market
The primary catalyst is the skyrocketing price of memory chips. Counterpoint Research reports that memory prices surged between 40%-50% in the final quarter of 2025. As companies like Nvidia scramble for the high-bandwidth memory (HBM) needed for AI processors, a supply crunch has gripped the broader market, including chips for PCs and smartphones.
The HBM Race and Future Outlook
Despite the stellar numbers, Samsung still trails SK Hynix in the critical HBM market. Closing this gap will be the top priority for 2026. Investors remain bullish, however, as shares have climbed over 145% in the last year. Market analysts expect the 'Hyper-Bull' phase to continue, with a 20% price rise anticipated for the second quarter of 2026.
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