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Samsung HBM prices up to 25% higher than SK hynix and Micron

Driven by AI application expansion, the global memory industry has entered an upcycle, with Samsung's HBM prices up to 25% higher than those of SK hynix and Micron due to supply capacity advantages. Reports from South Korean media indicate this price gap reflects market confidence in Samsung's supply stability, though it may impact client cost structures.

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