# The dispute centers on performance-based bonuses.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-05-11 · The Economic Times*

## Key points

- Samsung union now comprises about 73,000 members versus 32,000 during the first 2024 strike.
- Up to 40,000 workers may join the proposed 18-day strike from May 21 to June 7.
- The union demands 15% of Samsung's operating profit be allocated to a performance bonus pool.
- JPMorgan estimates the dispute could cut Samsung's annual profit by over 40 trillion won.

**Companies:** Samsung Electronics
**Countries:** South Korea

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