Samsung slashes Galaxy output, admits zero profit

Samsung announced it will curb Galaxy smartphone production by as much as 30% through the end of 2026. The move follows an internal report that the flagship line yields no profit at all.[^1][^2][^3][^4][^5][^6][^7][^8]

The report, cited by 9to5Google, says the cut will affect all mid‑range and premium Galaxy models. Samsung has not disclosed which factories will see reduced output, but the figure suggests a sizeable scale‑back. The …

Analysts point to rising component costs and fierce competition from Apple and Chinese rivals as likely drivers. Samsung’s own chip division faces supply bottlenecks, pushing bill‑of‑materials higher. When a product s…