Samsung Electronics will raise its investment in expanding semiconductor production and R&D by 22%, reaching $73 billion.

Samsung Electronics announced a plan for investments in 2024‑25

The Korean technology giant had to disclose its plans after competing Micron Technology declared the need to sharply increase capital expenditures. In response, Samsung reports that it is ready to invest more than $73 billion this year and next in building new manufacturing facilities and research.

What this means for the memory market
The amount fully reflects Samsung’s status as the largest producer of memory chips. The company confirms that these investments will help it maintain leading positions in the rapidly growing artificial intelligence segment.

Plans for development beyond memory
In its statement to regulators, Samsung also indicated that it is considering large acquisitions in the following areas:

- robot manufacturing
- medical technologies
- automotive electronics
- air conditioning systems

The final allocation of funds between construction and R&D has not yet been disclosed.

Comparison with last year
In 2023 Samsung spent:

An increase of 22 % in 2024‑25 should allow the company not only to expand production but also to strengthen its position in AI.

Financial commitments to shareholders
As part of the capital allocation plan, Samsung announced dividends of more than $6.5 billion this year.

Thus, the company demonstrates a willingness to invest significant funds in developing new technologies and strengthening its market leadership while providing returns to shareholders.