Samsung Q3 2026 slides: first tech firm to top 100T won profit

On October 29, Samsung Electronics (KRX:005930) unveiled its Q3 2026 earnings, marking a historic first as the sole global tech company to achieve over 100 trillion won in quarterly operating profit. The report showcased an operating profit of 107.4 trillion won, backed by a 195.3 trillion won revenue figure. This marked the fourth consecutive quarter of record-breaking results, primarily fueled by the soaring demand for AI-related memory chips.

Samsung's stock surged 7.4% to $3,555 following the announcement, nearing the top of its 52-week trading range of $1,200 to $4,030. Investors expressed confidence in Samsung's semiconductor prowess and the enduring demand for AI-driven products through 2027 and beyond.