Osram's CFO Confirms Guidance for 2017

The transcript discusses Samsung's expectation of increased capital expenditure in their chip business. It highlights a solid quarterly performance with a 3% growth, which adjusts to over 8% when accounting for special circumstances. The company maintains its annual growth guidance of 7-9% and has acquired a stake in Lidar technology to enhance its position in autonomous driving. Despite earnings exceeding estimates, the company sticks to its guidance due to seasonal factors. The auto industry outlook shows a decline in the US market, a temporary slowdown in China, and stable growth in Europe.

What is Samsung's expectation for their chip business in terms of capital expenditure?

• Decrease in spending

• No change in spending

• Increase in spending

• Complete halt in spending

What was the underlying growth percentage for Samsung's third quarter after adjusting for special situations?

• 5%

• 3%

• 8%

• 10%

Which strategic acquisition did the company make to enhance its position in autonomous driving?

• A stake in a semiconductor company

• A stake in a software company

• A stake in a Lidar company

• A stake in a battery company

Why is the company sticking to its guidance despite beating estimates?

• Due to a seasonal high point

• Due to a seasonal low point

• Due to unexpected losses

• Due to regulatory issues

What is the expected trend for the US automotive market according to the forecast?

• Significant growth

• Rapid expansion

• Stability

• Decline