Samsung’s AI memory boom and cash pile fuel expectations of a special dividend
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Samsung's AI memory-led earnings and cash surge is reviving expectations for its first special dividend in six years, with management confirming board discussions on the next shareholder-return plan. Stronger operating cash flow and a near-doubled net cash position increase flexibility for incremental payouts via special dividends and/or buybacks. Near-term sentiment may improve for Samsung's equity as capital-return visibility rises.
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Samsung Electronics reported second-quarter revenue of 171.5 trillion won and operating profit of 89.5 trillion won as demand for AI memory chips surged. Operating cash flow exceeded 145 trillion won in the first half, while net cash rose to 167.59 trillion won, nearly doubling from a year earlier. On a July 30 earnings call, CFO Park Sooncheol said the board and management are discussing a new shareholder-return programme, including a possible special dividend, according to the Korea Herald.
