Iran & Samsung Electronics
73 shared events · Importance 7 · Last updated Aug 24, 2026
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International
Iran: Target of US airstrikes; retaliates by attacking US-allied states and vessels, escalating conflict.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics fell 10.5% in Seoul, caught in the broader semiconductor rout driven by AI valuation fears.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
International
Iran: Iran's actions, including the shooting down of a US Apache helicopter and threats regarding the Strait of Hormuz, escalated geopolitical tensions, contributing to market uncertainty and a decline in South Korean stocks.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics, a top-cap in the South Korean market, kicked off lower, tracking US tech losses and contributing to the overall market decline in Seoul.
Jun 10, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Iran: Iran was targeted by Israeli airstrikes, further straining efforts to end the conflict and impacting its crude oil shipments.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics' stock dropped significantly, contributing to the decline of the Kospi index.
Jun 07, 2026 · 12 articles
Business
Iran: Fired missiles at ships; under U.S. strikes; Strait of Hormuz effectively shut.
Samsung Electronics: Fell up to 6% in a single session; reported record profit but failed to satisfy investors.
Apr 20, 2026 · 344 articles
Domestic
Iran: Iran's geopolitical actions, including attacks across the Persian Gulf and a potential meeting request with the U.S., are impacting oil prices and global inflation concerns.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics announced a joint investment of approximately $518 billion in a new chipmaking hub in South Korea, aiming to capitalize on surging AI demand, though its stock slipped 4.8% in South Korea.
Jun 29, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Iran: Iran's ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel, and its control of the Strait of Hormuz, has significantly impacted oil prices and global inflation concerns. Hopes for a peace deal with the United States have influenced market sentiment regarding oil supply.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics shares soared after its union suspended industrial action following a tentative pay agreement, averting a major strike. This positive development contributed to the rally in South Korean markets and global chip supply confidence.
May 20, 2026 · 72 articles
Business
Iran: Iran is involved in negotiations with the United States regarding oil prices, which are stabilizing after a four-month war.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics shares were up 3.6% and the company announced plans for over $500 billion in investments in chipmaking and AI, indicating positive market sentiment and future growth.
Jun 29, 2026 · 8 articles
Business
Iran: War with the U.S. disrupted oil flows, but hopes for a deal eased tensions.
Samsung Electronics: Reported record profit but fell short of high expectations. Stock experienced extreme volatility in the KOSPI.
Jul 14, 2026 · 280 articles
Business
Iran: Iran's potential deal with Oman to control Hormuz shipping could ease oil supply fears, but uncertainty persists.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics fell over 6% on August 6, contributing to the KOSPI's decline.
Aug 06, 2026 · 37 articles
International
Iran: Iran is involved in ongoing negotiations with the U.S. regarding a ceasefire extension and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, which impacts global oil prices.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics, South Korea's biggest company, was up more than 9%, benefiting from strong global demand for semiconductors.
Jun 01, 2026 · 9 articles
International
Iran: Iran is a primary party in the ongoing conflict and negotiations, facing US and Israeli strikes, economic blockades, and sanctions. Its actions, such as restricting movement in the Strait of Hormuz and its nuclear program, are central to the event's impact on global markets.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics shares surged, benefiting from investor enthusiasm for AI-related stocks following Nvidia's announcement.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
Iran: Iran faces severe economic isolation, which could cripple its economy and increase geopolitical tensions.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung's $80 billion buyback aims to stabilize its stock amid tech rout, supporting its share price.
Aug 24, 2026 · 11 articles
International
Iran: Iran>>> is a central party in the peace deal negotiations, with its officials engaging in talks and disputing certain claims made by Donald Trump>>> regarding the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear program. The outcome of the deal directly impacts its economy, particularly oil sales and shipping.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics' stock jumped 14% in a rally driven by expectations of strong growth in artificial intelligence, benefiting from overall positive market sentiment.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
International
Iran: Iran attacked commercial vessels and US bases, prompting US retaliation. The country faces renewed sanctions and military strikes, with at least 14 reported casualties.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics's stock fell amid a tech sell-off, despite strong profit forecasts.
Mar 09, 2018 · 1197 articles
International
Iran: Accused of backing Houthi attacks; faces US strikes and threats; retaliated by attacking US allies in the region.
Samsung Electronics: South Korean tech giant that rose on AI-related demand.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
International
Iran: Iran is the other primary belligerent, firing missiles at U.S. forces and striking targets in Kuwait and Egypt. It faces U.S. retaliation and sanctions, while its control of the Strait of Hormuz disrupts global energy markets.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung's stock fell as the KOSPI tumbled, reflecting tech sector weakness.
Feb 08, 2026 · 308 articles
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Iran: Iran is engaged in negotiations with the United States, has faced military strikes and sanctions, and has experienced internet shutdowns amid ongoing conflict and diplomatic efforts.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics>>>, South Korea's biggest company, soared, contributing to the KOSPI>>>'s record high due to global demand for semiconductors.
May 19, 2026 · 199 articles
International
Iran: Fighting between Iran and Israel caused oil prices to surge, threatening regional stability and global inflation.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics was up 3.6%, contributing to the overall tech sector gains in South Korea.
Jun 08, 2026 · 9 articles
International
Iran: Iran's closure of the strait and its conditions for reopening are central to the crisis, affecting global oil markets.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung also climbed, contributing to Seoul's strong day.
Aug 11, 2026 · 27 articles
Business
Iran: The ongoing conflict and closure of the Strait of Hormuz push oil prices higher, fueling inflation and bond yields.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung fell nearly 8% as part of the tech rout, with higher yields affecting its valuation.
Aug 18, 2026 · 23 articles
International
Iran: Iran is a central party in the ceasefire and potential deal with the United States. Its compliance with the agreement, particularly regarding the Strait of Hormuz and its nuclear program, has significant implications for global oil supply and regional stability.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics posted strong gains, helped by its union approving a deal with management and benefiting from the overall tech rally and AI demand.
May 25, 2026 · 35 articles
International
Iran: Iran's effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has caused a global energy crisis, driving up oil and gas prices and disrupting supply chains. The nation is also engaged in ongoing conflict with Israel and the United States, leading to economic sanctions and military actions.
Samsung Electronics: Shares in Samsung Electronics slipped, tracking losses in tech shares overnight on Wall Street amid global market uncertainty.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
Iran: Iran is under heavy US airstrikes targeting infrastructure and military sites, and its economy is weakened by sanctions and blockade. It uses control of the Strait of Hormuz as leverage.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung shares fell 8.2% due to tech sell-off linked to conflict fears.
Apr 20, 2026 · 480 articles
Business
Iran: Iran's ongoing war and its reaffirmation of support for Hezbollah are complicating peace efforts in the Middle East and contributing to fears of systemic inflation due to blocked oil shipments.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics shed 6.4%, impacting the KOSPI index negatively.
Jun 04, 2026 · 38 articles
Domestic
Iran: Hopes for an end to the U.S.-Iran war and an agreement on a memorandum of understanding impacted crude oil prices and global market sentiment.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics' stock stumbled and tumbled, contributing to the overall decline in the technology sector.
May 28, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Iran: Iran is negotiating with the United States and Israel to end the war, leading to the exit of stranded tankers from the Strait of Hormuz and a fall in oil prices.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics' shares gained in South Korea, contributing to the Kospi's record surge.
Jun 24, 2026 · 57 articles
Business
Iran: War with US/Israel adds volatility and inflation fears.
Samsung Electronics: Foreign semiconductor company; muted reaction to strong results indicates high expectations.
Apr 20, 2026 · 27 articles
Business
Iran: The Iran war is cited as a factor exacerbating the global chip supply squeeze, indirectly contributing to the smartphone market contraction.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics maintained steady volumes in Q1 and is projected to have only a 4% decline in shipments for the full year, outperforming the market due to stable supply and product lineup.
Jun 01, 2026 · 7 articles
Business
Iran: The Iran war had previously disrupted exports to the Middle East, but July saw a recovery; Iran's direct role in this event is indirect.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung reported a 250-fold jump in chip profit and multi-year supply deals, expecting chip shortages to persist into 2028, benefiting from AI demand.
Jul 20, 2026 · 15 articles
Business
Iran: The US-Iran peace deal and reopening of the Hormuz Strait were cited as catalysts for the KOSPI rally, reducing geopolitical risk and boosting investor confidence.
Samsung Electronics: Samsung Electronics was involved in talks with Anthropic for AI chip development, which positively impacted semiconductor shares, but also experienced a sharp sell-off earlier.
Jun 09, 2026 · 20 articles
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