Samsung, SK Hynix shareholders call for bigger payouts from AI cash mountain

Samsung and SK Hynix are under pressure from investors to boost shareholder returns as they experience significant profits driven by strong demand for AI technology. With record earnings in hand, shareholders are advocating for higher dividends and stock buybacks. Currently, both firms allocate half of their free cash flow for returns, a strategy that also ties into addressing the persistent 'Korea discount' in valuations.