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SAMSUNG SDS (018260) EARNINGS: 2Q OPERATING PROFIT FALLS SHORT OF ESTIMATES

  • Samsung SDS reported an operating profit of 230.16 billion won for the second quarter of 2025.
  • This operating profit fell short of the estimated 237.17 billion won.
  • The company’s net profit was 170.60 billion won, which also missed the estimated 194.96 billion won.
  • Sales for the quarter came in at 3.51 trillion won, slightly under the estimate of 3.53 trillion won.
  • In terms of stock recommendations, Samsung SDS has 20 buy ratings, 2 hold ratings, and no sell ratings.

Samsung SDS on Smartkarma

Analyst coverage on Samsung SDS by independent investment research network Smartkarma indicates a positive stance towards the company’s special dividend strategy. Sanghyun Park‘s recent report, “Sharing Intel from IR on the Growing Market Interest in Samsung SDS‘s Special Dividend,” highlights insights obtained from an investor relations meeting. The post suggests that Samsung SDS may opt for a special dividend over increasing its base payout, following the value-up plans of Samsung Electronics and C&T. Despite legal proceedings involving Samsung’s leadership, the analyst believes that this won’t significantly impact the company’s strategic decisions.


A look at Samsung SDS Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value3
Dividend3
Growth4
Resilience4
Momentum5
OVERALL SMART SCORE3.8

Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma

As per the Smartkarma Smart Scores, Samsung SDS is positioned for a promising long-term outlook. The company’s high momentum score indicates a strong upward trend, suggesting potential for continued growth. Coupled with solid scores in growth and resilience, Samsung SDS appears well-equipped to navigate challenges and capitalize on future opportunities in the market.

With a balanced score across value and dividends, Samsung SDS strikes a middle ground between investment returns and company stability. Overall, Samsung SDS‘s diverse range of information technology services, including consulting, technical services, and outsourcing, positions it as a versatile player in the industry, likely to maintain a competitive edge in the long run.


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