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LG Electronics Expects Q2 Operating Profit to Halve Amid Weak Consumer Sentiment and Higher U.S. Tariffs

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July 7, 2025
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LG Electronics Expects Q2 Operating Profit to Halve Amid Weak Consumer Sentiment and Higher U.S. Tariffs
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  1. Profit Decline: LG Electronics forecasts a 47% drop in Q2 operating profit to 639.10 billion won $469.1 million), missing analysts’ expectations of 901.07 billion won.
  2. Revenue Miss: Revenue is projected to fall 4.4% to 20.740 trillion won, below analysts’ estimates for a smaller decline.
  3. Market Challenges: Higher U.S. tariffs, rising LCD panel prices, and intensified competition weighed on profitability, particularly in the media and entertainment division.
  4. Segment Performance: While home-appliance and B2B segments remained profitable, TV sales suffered due to sluggish demand and increased marketing expenses.
  5. Stock Impact: LG shares fell 3.63% following the weaker-than-expected guidance, reflecting investor concerns over profitability and market conditions.

What Happened?

LG Electronics issued a preliminary earnings report for Q2, projecting a 47% year-over-year drop in operating profit to 639.10 billion won, significantly below market expectations. Revenue is also expected to decline 4.4% to 20.740 trillion won, missing consensus estimates.

The company attributed the decline to weak consumer sentiment, higher U.S. tariffs, and rising costs in logistics and LCD panels. The media and entertainment division, which includes TV sales, was particularly affected by sluggish demand and increased marketing expenses.


Why It Matters?

LG’s disappointing guidance highlights the challenges faced by consumer electronics companies amid global economic uncertainty, tariff pressures, and rising input costs. The underperformance in its media and entertainment division underscores the impact of shifting consumer preferences and cost inflation on profitability.

For investors, the weaker-than-expected results raise concerns about LG’s ability to navigate external headwinds and maintain margins in a competitive market. The company’s reliance on home appliances and B2B segments for profitability may not be enough to offset challenges in other divisions.


What’s Next?

LG Electronics is set to release its full Q2 results later this month, providing more detailed insights into its performance and outlook. Analysts will closely monitor the company’s strategies to address tariff-related costs, supply chain challenges, and demand recovery in key markets.

The focus will also be on whether LG can stabilize its media and entertainment division and capitalize on restocking demand for home appliances in the second half of the year.

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