# Thousands of Samsung workers rally at its computer chip complex in Pyeongtaek, South Korea.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-04-23 · The Associated Press*

## Key points

- About 40,000 Samsung Electronics workers rallied at the Pyeongtaek chip complex demanding higher bonuses.
- The union has threatened an 18-day walkout starting May 21 if bonus negotiations fail.
- Samsung projected a record 57.2 trillion won Q1 operating profit, exceeding SK Hynix's recent record.
- The union claims a walkout could cost Samsung over 1 trillion won ($676 million) per day.
- Helium supply disruptions and rising energy costs from conflict in the Middle East may affect chip production.

**Companies:** Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix
**Countries:** South Korea

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