Samsung to Invest $73B in AI Semiconductor Expansion

Samsung Electronics has announced a major investment plan of more than 110 trillion won (around $73.24 billion) for 2026. The company aims to strengthen its position in the semiconductor industry, especially in artificial intelligence (AI) chips.

According to a corporate filing, the investment will be used for research and development (R&D) as well as expanding production facilities. Samsung is focusing on advanced technologies to stay ahead in the global chip market.

The company also revealed plans to explore mergers and acquisitions in several high-growth sectors. These include robotics, medical technology, automotive electronics, and air-conditioning solutions.

In comparison, Samsung invested a total of 90.4 trillion won in 2025. This included 52.7 trillion won for capital expenditure and 37.7 trillion won for R&D activities.

Additionally, Samsung announced that it plans to pay 9.8 trillion won as regular dividends in 2026, showing confidence in its financial stability and future growth.

This investment highlights Samsung’s strong push towards AI-driven semiconductor innovation and expansion into emerging technology sectors.