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Korea's chip duo's Q3 combined operating profit nears 180 trillion won, seen at record high

Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are expected to post combined third-quarter operating profit approaching 180 trillion won, a record high, driven by AI memory demand. If realized, the results would reinforce confidence in the memory upcycle and provide medium- to long-term support for both stocks.

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디지털투데이 · 10-07 08:00 KST
Korea's chip duo's Q3 combined operating profit nears 180 trillion won, seen at record high
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are expected to post combined third-quarter operating profit approaching 180 trillion won, potentially a record high, underscoring the strength of the HBM and memory pricing cycle. If realized, it would reinforce earnings-upgrade expectations and act as a positive catalyst for SK Hynix shares, though some of the optimism may already be priced in.