Samsung 3Q Net Profit 4.14T Won; Est. 4.27T Won

Samsung has reported its smallest quarterly earnings in nearly two years, with net income dropping by $4 billion. The company is facing intense competition from Apple and Chinese manufacturers, leading to a significant decline in its mobile unit's operating profit. However, Samsung's semiconductor business is performing well, with profits expected to improve due to continued demand for personal computers.

What was the main reason for Samsung's lowest profit since 2011?

• Increased competition from Apple

• Expansion into new markets

• Decline in net income by $4 billion

• Rising costs of production

Which companies are posing a significant challenge to Samsung in the smartphone market?

• HTC and Blackberry

• Apple and Chinese manufacturers

• Nokia and Motorola

• Sony and LG

What was the operating profit of Samsung's mobile unit compared to the previous year?

• Increased to 8 trillion won

• Increased to 6.7 trillion won

• Decreased to 1.7 trillion won

• Remained the same at 4 trillion won

Which market is primarily responsible for the decline in Samsung's sales?

• European market

• American market

• Indian market

• Chinese market

How is Samsung's semiconductor business performing amidst the challenges in the smartphone market?

• It is stagnant with no growth

• It is showing signs of improvement

• It is declining rapidly

• It is struggling with losses