LG Electronics forecasts first-quarter net profit of 992 billion won and revenue growth
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Updated · MarketWatch · Apr 28
LG Electronics forecasts first-quarter net profit of 992 billion won and revenue growth
12 articles · Updated · MarketWatch · Apr 28
The South Korean company expects a net profit of 992 billion won ($673.1 million) and revenue of 23.733 trillion won for Q1 2026, rebounding from a previous quarterly loss.
Operating profit is projected at 1.674 trillion won, up 33% year-on-year, with the television business anticipated to return to profit and other segments maintaining growth.
Investors are closely watching LG's 2026 outlook, following a 50% stock surge this year and expectations of a strong earnings rebound after last quarter's loss.
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