Samsung reportedly set to distribute up to $26.6 billion to staff in AI-driven semiconductor bonuses after last-minute union deal — average payouts could approach $400,000 per chip employee
Samsung Electronics is set to distribute up to $26.6 billion in bonuses to its semiconductor employees following a last-minute deal with the workers' union. The average payout per employee is expected to be around $400,000, based on the company's projected profits. This agreement, which aims to address labor unrest, will allow bonuses to continue for the next decade if profit targets are met.
- ▪Samsung will distribute 40 trillion won in bonuses to chip employees after a deal with the workers' union.
- ▪The average payout is estimated to be around 600 million won, or approximately $396,000 per employee.
- ▪The new bonus program will last for 10 years, contingent on meeting specified profit targets.
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Tech Industry Big Tech Samsung reportedly set to distribute up to $26.6 billion to staff in AI-driven semiconductor bonuses after last-minute union deal — average payouts could approach $400,000 per chip employee News By Etiido Uko published 21 May 2026 Employees to receive bonuses in stock and cash When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Getty / JUNG YEON-JE) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Following a last-minute deal yesterday between Samsung Electronics and its South Korean workers’ union, the company will reportedly distribute 40 trillion won…
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