Samsung fabs memory gold
Samsung Electronics reported preliminary Q1 2026 revenue of ₩133 trillion ($88.5B), up 68% YoY, with operating profit soaring 755% to ₩51 trillion ($37.9B), driven by high HBM prices and rising DRAM/NAND demand. This follows similar massive profit reports from Micron and SK hynix, indicating sustained strong demand across the memory sector. Bullish: Strong earnings across major memory suppliers confirm robust demand and pricing power, supporting continued price strength for HBM, DRAM, and NAND.
- Related manufacturers
- Samsung Electronics, SK hynix, Micron
- Impact score
- 60 / 100, medium impact