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Despite strong earnings, the stock price of Seoul-based Samsung closed down 2.73 per cent on Thursday. Photo: AFP
Despite strong earnings, the stock price of Seoul-based Samsung closed down 2.73 per cent on Thursday. Photo: AFPSamsung fourth-quarter operating profit surges 53% on record sales
Finished product businesses remain strong as sales of premium smartphones, including foldable phones, televisions and home appliances rise