[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Heung-soon] Samsung Electronics stated during the Q4 earnings conference call on the 28th, "The decision to return the remaining funds in the form of a special dividend was made considering the current stock market situation, the uncertainties of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), and the unclear future business conditions, determining that dividends are the most efficient method of return." They explained, "Since last year, individual shareholders have rapidly increased, and governments of various countries, including Korea, are doing their best to support people's livelihoods and revitalize the economy, so we also considered the corporate social responsibility as a member of society."



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