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Won's 15% Surge Cuts Samsung, SK Hynix Profit Outlook by 21 Trillion Won

The Korean won's 15% surge against the US dollar has led to a 21 trillion won downward revision in profit outlooks for Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. A stronger won reduces the translated value of overseas earnings for Korean chip exporters, pressuring stock prices. If the won remains strong, it could further impact future profits.

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알파경제 · 09-14 08:34 KST
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v.daum.net · 09-14 00:03 KST
Won's 15% Surge Cuts Samsung, SK Hynix Profit Outlook by 21 Trillion Won
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