Bank of America predicts that Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix will return 50% free cash flow to shareholders

According to analyst Jukan, Bank of America predicts that both Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix plan to use 50% of their free cash flow for shareholder returns. Samsung Electronics expects to distribute a special dividend of KRW 30 trillion in the third or fourth quarter, repurchase KRW 40 trillion shares in the first half of 2027, distribute KRW 30 trillion year-end dividends in April 2027, and additionally repurchase KRW 30 trillion shares for employee compensation. SK Hynix plans to repurchase KRW 40 trillion worth of shares and distribute KRW 20 trillion in cash dividends.