SEOUL -- Samsung Electronics said Friday that its operating profit likely fell more than 30% in the third quarter, as unusually high inflation squeezed global demand for semiconductors, smartphones and home appliances.
South Korean tech company may suffer poor earnings in coming quarters

Global inflation is seen crimping demand for Samsung's products. © Reuters
SEOUL -- Samsung Electronics said Friday that its operating profit likely fell more than 30% in the third quarter, as unusually high inflation squeezed global demand for semiconductors, smartphones and home appliances.