New Delhi, May 26 -- Samsung Galaxy smartphones could face a dramatic price surge in the United States, with estimates suggesting a rise of up to 40 per cent if proposed tariffs on foreign-manufactured phones come into effect.

Reportedly, the potential increase stems from a recent announcement by former US President Donald Trump, who confirmed that a 25 per cent tariff would apply not only to Apple but to "anybody" selling phones built abroad and sold in the American market. This clarification came days after an initial statement that seemed to target Apple exclusively.

With the proposed deadline for implementation approaching towards the end of June, concerns are mounting within the industry. According to a report from South Korean pub...