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Samsung Electronics announced on July 28, 2025, that it has signed a landmark $16.5 billion contract to supply semiconductors to an undisclosed global corporation. The agreement, finalized on July 26, covers contract chip manufacturing services and will remain in effect until December 31, 2033.
The South Korean tech giant, which ranks as the world’s largest memory chipmaker and the second-largest foundry service provider behind TSMC, did not disclose the identity of the client or specific terms of the deal due to confidentiality provisions.
Following the announcement, Samsung shares opened 3.5% higher, reflecting investor optimism about the company’s strengthened position in the global semiconductor market.
Industry analysts view the deal as a strategic boost for Samsung’s foundry business, particularly amid rising global demand for advanced chips used in artificial intelligence, automotive systems, and data centers. The long-term nature of the contract signals confidence in Samsung’s manufacturing capabilities and its competitiveness against rivals in the high-value chip segment.
Samsung declined to comment further on the agreement, citing contractual obligations to maintain business confidentiality until the deal’s conclusion in 2033.