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Samsung's chip-plant expansions face possible delays after a Seoul-area concrete transport workers' strike suspended deliveries.

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Update: Market Chatter: Samsung Mulls EUR1 Billion Investment in French AI Startup

(Updates to add that Mistral declined to comment to)Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) is in discussions with France-based AI startup Mistral regarding a potential 1 billion euro investment, Financial Times reported, citing people familiar with the matter.The investment is a portion of a wider fundraising round that could put the group's valuation at about 20 billion euros, part of its efforts to secure deals with semiconductor producers amid a supply crunch and become a main alternative to US AI models, the report cited the people as saying.Scaleup Europe Fund, owned by Sweden-based EQT, is also in talks with Mistral for the fundraising rounds, the report cited the people as saying.Mistral declined to comment, while Samsung and EQT did not immediately respond to' request for comment.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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Market Chatter: Samsung Mulls EUR1 Billion Investment in French AI Startup

Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) is in discussions with France-based AI startup Mistral regarding a potential 1 billion euro investment, Financial Times reported, citing people familiar with the matter.The investment is a portion of a wider fundraising round that could put the group's valuation at about 20 billion euros, part of its efforts to secure deals with semiconductor producers amid a supply crunch and become a main alternative to US AI models, the report cited the people as saying.Scaleup Europe Fund, owned by Sweden-based EQT, is also in talks with Mistral for the fundraising rounds, the report cited the people as saying.Samsung, Mistral, and EQT did not immediately respond to' request for comment.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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South Korean Shares Rebound as Bargain Hunting Pushes Tech Stocks Higher

South Korean shares stopped their two-day losing streak and closed sharply higher on Tuesday, after investors took to bargain-hunting, with a particular focus on technology stocks.The Korea Composite Stock Price Index, or Kospi, increased by 231.68 points, or 3.6%, to end at 6,747.95. The Kosdaq also rose by 3.7 points, or 0.5%, to close at 753.34.In corporate news, Samsung Electronics' (KRX:005930) US unit, Samsung Electronics America, launched its first credit card called the Galaxy Card in the U.S., according to a Tuesday release.The Samsung Galaxy Card, issued by Barclays US Consumer Bank on the Visa network, will take applications from Wednesday, July 22, the release said.Shoppers can also apply for the card at Samsung retail stores and receive an extra $200 cash bonus after spending $2,000 within the first 90 days of opening the account.Shares of Samsung Electronics added over 6% at market close.In other news, Fitch affirmed KB Financial Group (KRX:105560) subsidiary Kookmin Bank's long-term issuer default rating (IDR) at A and short-term IDR at F1+ with a stable outlook.The ratings agency on Monday also affirmed the Korean bank's government support rating (GSR) and viability rating (VR) at a.Fitch expects the bank's underlying profitability to remain above 2% over the next two years, aided by moderate loan growth, cost discipline and a stabilizing net interest margin. In addition, the bank's strong domestic banking franchise, along with its diverse products and solutions, is expected to raise business volumes and lead to resilient near-term earnings.Shares of KB Financial Group added over 3% at market close.

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Market Chatter: Samsung Electronics to Establish Robotics Division to Drive Future Growth

Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) will establish a robotics division to accelerate the development and commercialization of robotics technologies as it looks to make it a part of its future growth engine, Reuters reported Tuesday, citing a company statement.The South Korea-based technology company said that the new RX, or 'Robotics eXperience,' division will be headed by its chief executive, while its Executive Vice President, Lee Dongkun, will head the Robotics Strategy Team, the report said.The new division will oversee the company's mid-to-long-term robotics strategy, core technology development and commercialization, and expand its research capabilities, with plans to open new robotics research hubs in the US, China, ​and Japan to strengthen its competitiveness, the report said.Samsung Electronics did not immediately respond to a request for comment from.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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Samsung Electronics Launches Galaxy Card in US; Shares Jump 6%

Samsung Electronics' (KRX:005930) US unit, Samsung Electronics America, launched its first credit card called the Galaxy Card in the U.S., according to a Tuesday release.The Samsung Galaxy Card, issued by Barclays US Consumer Bank on the Visa network, will take applications from Wednesday, July 22, the release said.Shoppers can also apply for the card at Samsung retail stores and receive an extra $200 cash bonus after spending $2,000 within the first 90 days of opening the account, it said.Shares of Samsung Electronics added nearly 6% in recent trade.

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South Korean Shares Plunge on Escalating Middle East Tensions; Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix Lose 4%

South Korean stocks plunged more than 4% on Monday as investor concerns shot up due to escalating Middle East tensions.The Korea Composite Stock Price Index, or Kospi, decreased by 304.33 points, or 4.5%, to end at 6,516.27. The Kosdaq also fell by 42.2 points, or 5.3%, to close at 749.64.The U.S. military said Monday that it carried out a ninth straight night of strikes on Iran, targeting command centers, air defenses, missile facilities and other military infrastructure, while a U.S. service member died in northern Iraq during the controlled disposal of an unexploded Iranian drone.Several locations in Bushehr, the capital of Iran's southwestern Bushehr province, were hit in an attack, the province's governor said, Mehr News Agency reported.In economic news, the per capita gross domestic product (GDP) of South Korea is estimated to increase 7.6%, or up $2,750, on-year to about $39,164 this year, Yonhap News reported Sunday, citing data from local analysts.The projected per capita GDP growth will be the strongest annual jump since the 11.5% recorded in 2021, according to the report.In corporate news, the brand value of Samsung Group, the parent group of Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) and Samsung Biologics (KRX:207940), jumped 8.9% to $97.4 billion in 2026 from $89.4 billion in 2025, British consulting firm Brand Finance said in a Sunday report.The group ranked eighth in Brand Finance's ranking of the top 100 tech companies globally.SK Hynix (KRX:000660) rose one place to 28th, LG Corp (KRX:003550) slipped eight spots to 44th, Coupang slipped one position to 49th, and Naver (KRX:035420) moved up five places to 95th, according to the report.Shares of Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix fell nearly 4% at market close, while Samsung Biologics declined 3%. Shares of Naver fell over 2% at market close.

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Samsung Electronics to Unveil Next-Gen Foldables

Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) is expected to unveil a lineup of new foldable devices featuring its recently announced Flex Titanium technology, which integrates a titanium-alloy film and plate to balance slimness, flexibility, and strength.Samsung is expected to unveil a range of new devices, including next-generation foldable smartphones and smart glasses, at its Galaxy Unpacked event in London this week, the Korea Times reported on Monday, citing industry observers.Built on seven generations of foldable expertise, the redesigned display structure reduces crease visibility and enhances durability for a more refined viewing experience, according to a statement by Samsung.Samsung's senior operating executive, Sunghoon Moon said the innovation directly addresses user demands for immersive, large-screen experiences without compromising portability or robustness.

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Samsung Group Brand Value Hits $97.4 Billion, Ranks Eighth Globally

The brand value of Samsung Group, the parent group of Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) and Samsung Biologics (KRX:207940), jumped 8.9% to $97.4 billion in 2026 from $89.4 billion in 2025, British consulting firm Brand Finance said in a Sunday report.The group ranked eighth in Brand Finance's ranking of top 100 tech companies globally.SK Hynix (KRX:000660) rose one place to 28th, LG Corp (KRX:003550) slipped eight spots to 44th, Coupang slipped one position to 49th, and Naver (KRX:035420) moved up five places to 95th, according to the report.Shares of Samsung Electronics fell more than 4%, while Samsung Biologics declined 3%. Shares of SK Hynix declined more than 4%, and those of Naver fell nearly 3%.

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South Korea Raids Montage, Renesas, Rambus in Price-Fixing Probe
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South Korea Raids Montage, Renesas, Rambus in Price-Fixing Probe

South Korean prosecutors have raided the local offices of three foreign semiconductor firms as part of an antitrust investigation into alleged price-fixing of memory interface chips.The Fair Trade Investigation Division of the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office conducted searches and seizures at the South Korean headquarters of China's Montage Technology (SHA:688008, HKG:6809), Japan's Renesas Electronics (TYO:6723) and U.S.-based Rambus. All three companies are suppliers of critical components to global memory companies Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930), SK Hynix (KRX:000660) and Micron Technology.Together, all three suppliers account for over 93% of the global supply for memory interface chips, according to semiconductor platform IC&PCB Union on Thursday. These components are vital for the mass production of high-speed DDR4 and DDR5 RAM, which manage and accelerate data transfer speeds between processors and memory modules.In a Hong Kong filing on Thursday, Montage Technology confirmed the on-site investigation, saying it is fully cooperating with the probe. Montage noted that its operations remain normal and no charges have been filed against the company or its employees.South Korea is a vital market for Montage, accounting for more than half, or 2.93 billion yuan, of its overall 5.46 billion yuan revenue in 2025.Alongside the disclosure, Montage issued a positive profit alert on Friday, forecasting that its group revenue for the first half of 2026 will rise 26.6% year over year to roughly 3.34 billion yuan. It also projects first-half net profit to jump between 63.9% and 81.2% to a range of 1.9 billion to 2.1 billion yuan, driven by booming global demand for AI infrastructure.To stabilize its valuation, Montage also announced that its Chairman and CEO Yang Chonghe has proposed an A-share buyback program valued between 300 million yuan and 600 million yuan.Renesas, Rambus, Samsung, and SK Hynix have not yet publicly commented on the investigation.has reached out to the companies for comment.In late-afternoon trading in Shanghai, Montage's shares fell nearly 10%, while its Hong Kong shares tumbled almost 6%. Renesas plunged nearly 8% in Tokyo.

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Shinsung Secures 15.6 Billion Won Supply Contract in Korea

Shinsung E&G (KRX:011930) secured a 15.59 billion won goods supply contract with Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) for the P5 Phase 1 project in Gyeonggi Province, Pyeongtaek, South Korea.The contract order, signed on Tuesday, represents 2.75% of its consolidated 2025 revenue of 567.45 billion won and is scheduled to be completed on Feb. 20, 2027, according to a Tuesday filing with the Korea Exchange.

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South Korean Shares Plunge as Tech Stocks Lead Losses Amid Middle East Tensions

South Korean shares fell sharply on Thursday, led by steep declines in technology stocks as escalating Middle East tensions took a toll on investor sentiment. Market heavyweights Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) and SK Hynix (KRX:000660) led the losses with declines of nearly 9% and 12%, respectively.The Korea Composite Stock Price Index, or Kospi, decreased by 463.81 points, or 6.4%, to end at 6,820.6. The Kosdaq also fell by 37.59 points, or 4.5%, to close at 791.84.In economic news, the Bank of Korea raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 2.75% from 2.50%, according to a Thursday press release.This rate increase is the first by the South Korean central bank in 3.5 years.Bank of Korea data indicates that foreign investors pulled a record $30.7 billion from Korean securities, including stocks and bonds, during June. The withdrawal represented the fifth consecutive month of net portfolio outflows, dating back to February.The outflow value in June was the second largest on record, after a $36.55 billion outflow in March, and was equivalent to about 47.6 trillion won based on the end-June exchange rate of 1,548.7 won per U.S. dollar.In corporate news, DL Holdings (KRX:000210) was selected as the preferred bidder for the Pyeongtaek Godeok A-69BL and A-71BL integrated public housing project, commissioned by Korea Land and Housing Corporation, according to a Thursday filing with the Korea Exchange.The project has an estimated construction value of 216.9 billion won, including the value added tax. The estimate represents DL Holdings' 33% share of the total contract value of 657.2 billion won, the filing said.Under the project, DL Holdings will build an integrated public housing complex of 1,995 rental and for-sale apartment units, along with related amenities and welfare facilitiesShares of the company fell by 1% at market close.In other news, Hanwha Ocean (KRX:042660) secured an order for the construction of two very large crude carrier (VLCC) vessels worth 394.3 billion won from an unnamed North American shipper, according to a Wednesday filing with the Korean Exchange.Delivery is expected by March 31, 2030, with payments tied to construction milestones.Shares of Hanwha Ocean rose nearly 6% at market close.

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Bank of Korea Raises Benchmark Rate to 2.75% in First Tightening in 3.5 Years
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Bank of Korea Raises Benchmark Rate to 2.75% in First Tightening in 3.5 Years

The Bank of Korea unanimously raised its benchmark seven-day repurchase rate by 25 basis points to 2.75% on Thursday, marking its first interest rate hike in three and a half years.The monetary policy board, led by Governor Shin Hyun-song, pivoted back to tightening to combat persistent inflationary pressures exacerbated by rising energy costs and ongoing geopolitical volatility in the Middle East.The central bank flagged that further rate hikes remain on the table as consumer price inflation, which hit 3.2% in June, is projected to stay above its 2% target.The decision aligns with market expectations as strong AI-driven semiconductor exports continue to support the domestic economy.However, the tightening cycle comes amid warnings of a significant negative interest rate buffer. In a July 10 note, ING economist Padhraic Garvey noted that South Korea's negative interest rate buffer of -1.2% and weak won exchange rates put immense pressure on the central bank to tighten policy.Following the announcement, Capital Economics senior economist Gareth Leather noted that strong export performance and housing market risks give the Bank of Korea the capacity to raise interest rates further in the coming months.

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Samsung Electronics Introduces Flex Titanium Display Technology; Shares Decline 7%

Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) introduced its Flex Titanium display technology on Wednesday, which will be applied to next-generation Galaxy foldable devices, the electronics products maker said in a same-day release.The company redesigned the display structure to enhance visual immersion, a strength of foldable products. The new titanium dual structure replaces the plastic film with a titanium alloy film and pairs it with an upgraded titanium plate, the release said.Shares of Samsung Electronics fell more than 7% in recent trade.

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Market Chatter: Samsung Electronics Faces Protest Over Compensation Gap Between Divisions

Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) faces renewed pressure after employees in its Device Experience division called for a planned protest on Thursday over a 100-fold compensation gap with the chipmaking Device Solutions division, the South China Morning Post reported Wednesday.The Samsung Electronics Company Union, comprising employees mostly from the appliance-making division, plans a protest under the slogan "same company, same rights" following reports of DS employees receiving performance incentives of up to 600 million won.Samsung Electronics did not immediately respond to a request for comment from.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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South Korea Shares Soar as Cool US Inflation Ignites Global Tech Rally

South Korean stocks closed sharply higher Wednesday, thanks to overnight gains on Wall Street in response to softer-than-expected U.S. inflation data.U.S. consumer prices declined by a seasonally adjusted 0.4% in June, the largest monthly decline since April 2020. This brought annual inflation to 3.5% from the broader market expectation of 3.8%. Core inflation was unchanged from May, with the annual rate easing to 2.6%, below forecasts of 2.9%.The Korea Composite Stock Price Index, or Kospi, increased by 427.58 points, or 6.2%, to end at 7,284.41. The Kosdaq also rose by 45.45 points, or 5.8%, to close at 829.43.The Korea Exchange activated a five-minute buy-side sidecar on the country's primary and secondary stock markets on Wednesday morning after investors rushed to buy semiconductor stocks amid an upbeat AI sector outlook despite tensions in the Middle East.The Korea Exchange announced the order at 9:06 am after the KOSPI200 Futures added 71.50 points, or 6.5%, to trade at 1,170.60, and at 9:17 am after the KOSDAQ150 Futures index added 83 points, or 6.1%, to trade at 1,439.50.In economic news, the average shipping charge for a 40-foot container from South Korea to the Middle East, as reported by exporters, rose for a fifth straight month in June, according to data from the Korea Customs Service.Container shipping costs increased 15.1% in June to 7.78 million won from May.Freight rates to the U.S. West Coast surged 45.5% to 7.86 million won, while rates to the East Coast jumped 26.6% to 7.11 million won last month from May. Shipping costs to the European Union added 17.4% to 4.24 million won in June.In corporate news, Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) denied a report that claimed it was exploring a U.S. offering of American depositary receipts, Reuters reported Tuesday, citing a company statement.Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people with knowledge of the matter, that the company had carried out initial discussions ​with banks for a US IPO.Samsung told Reuters that it is "not reviewing ​the possibility" of issuing ADRs.Samsung did not immediately respond to' request for comment.Shares of the chipmaker added over 6% at market close.

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Market Chatter: Samsung Denies Eyeing US Listing

Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) denied a report that claimed it was exploring a U.S. offering of American depositary receipts, Reuters reported Tuesday, citing a company statement.Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people with knowledge of the matter, that the company had carried out initial discussions ​with banks for a US IPO.Samsung told Reuters that it is "not reviewing ​the possibility" of issuing ADRs.Samsung did not immediately respond to' request for comment.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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Market Chatter: Samsung Explores Potential US Stock Listing Amid Renewed Interest

Samsung (KRX:005930) is in early-stage talks with banks about a possible American depositary receipt offering, though no final decision has been made, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing persons familiar with the matter.The company is weighing factors such as volatile memory chip stocks and potential challenges from its complex business structure and ongoing labor disputes, the news wire said.While Samsung previously passed on similar opportunities, the successful US listing of rival SK Hynix (KRX:000660) has prompted the company to revisit the idea, though current efforts remain exploratory, the publication said.Samsung did not immediately reply to' request for comment.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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Kospi Closes Higher as Technology Gains Offset Middle East Tensions; SK Hynix, Samsung Lead

South Korean stocks closed higher on Tuesday, led by gains in technology stocks, although investor sentiment remained cautious amid renewed Middle East tensions and uncertainty over the AI sector's outlook. Shares of market heavyweights Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) and SK Hynix (KRX:000660) closed over 3% and nearly 4% at market close.The Korea Composite Stock Price Index, or Kospi, increased by 49.9 points, or 0.7%, to end at 6,856.83. The Kosdaq fell by 15.38 points, or 1.9%, to close at 783.98.In economic news, the Bank of Korea is projected to raise its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 2.75% at its upcoming monetary policy meeting on Thursday, according to a Reuters poll of economists published on Tuesday.The move would mark the central bank's first interest rate hike in more than three years.Out of 37 economists surveyed by Reuters between July 7 and July 13, 36 forecast a rate increase this week.Driven by persistent inflation pressures that remain well above the central bank's 2% target, the majority of economists also expect policymakers to implement an additional rate hike before the end of 2026.On the corporate front, Hyundai Motor Securities (KRX:001500) will issue a derivative-linked bond worth 5 billion won, the company said in a Monday filing with the Korea Exchange.Subscriptions and payment are scheduled for Wednesday, July 15.Shares of Hyundai Motor Securities fell nearly 2% at market close.

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Samsung Electronics Transfers Shares to Executives, Employees as Performance Bonuses

Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) is transferring 1.1 million treasury shares worth 322.8 billion won to executives and employees as performance-based compensation, according to a same-day bourse filing.The transfer of the stock to 928 individuals at 285,000 won apiece will be completed Monday.

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Google Cloud Partners with Samsung Electronics to Deploy Gemini Across DX Division

Alphabet's unit, Google Cloud, said it has partnered with Samsung Electronics Co (KRX:005930) to deploy its Gemini Enterprise platform across Samsung's Device eXperience Division worldwide, including South Korea.The global technology giant said that the partnership is its largest enterprise agentic artificial intelligence deployment in the country, allowing the enterprise to connect Samsung's internal systems through a dedicated Google Cloud environment, according to a Monday release.The deployment, the largest in South Korea, will improve productivity, support efficient business operations, and enable Samsung employees to build customized AI agents.

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