Is AI investment slowing Naver's profits?

Naver's third-quarter operating profit is expected to decline by 12.4 percent, down from 570.66 billion won a year earlier, to 500 billion won. This decline is attributed to the company's increased spending on artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and the slow monetization of AI services. The slowdown in profits is a concern for investors as it may impact Naver's future growth and competitiveness in the technology sector.

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Naver's investment in AI is slowing its profits, analysts expect a double-digit decline in operating profit. This decline is due to the high costs associated with AI investment, which is affecting Naver's bottom line.

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