Samsung 18-Day Strike Could Cut DRAM and NAND Output By Up to 4%, Recovery Will Take 2-3 Weeks

Samsung’s union is planning an 18-day strike over pay and bonuses.

Analysts warn the stoppage could cut DRAM output by 3–4% and NAND output by 2–3%.

Even a small production dip could tighten the memory-chip supply chain and lift prices.

Recovery may take 2–3 weeks after the strike ends, due to cleanroom reset and yield ramp-up delays.