semiconductor giant 結果共4筆

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is considering constructing a second facility in Japan’s Kumamoto Prefecture, with an announcement expected in February. The new facility is projected to attract an investment of around two trillion Yen, roughly NT$421.6 billion. TSMC’s first plant in Kumamoto is nearing completion, indicating a significant expansion of the Taiwanese company’s operations in Japan. Industry analysts speculate that this development, along with the completion of TSMC’s first plant, could attract more semiconductor-related industries, including those from Taiwan, to Kumamoto. The new plant is expected to produce semiconductor products ranging from 7 to 16 nanometers. TSMC currently holds the tenth position in the list of 2023’s top global companies by market value, with a valuation of $53.498 billion, or about NT$1.67 trillion, according to UK-based financial services provider City Index.

Marketech International Corp., a semiconductor giant, is set to achieve new operational heights through factory expansion and the promotion of new business ventures, including 2-nanometer projects and advanced packaging. With high-profile orders exceeding NT＄60 billion, the company anticipates robust financial health and ambitious expansion plans. In December 2023, Marketech achieved a record monthly growth rate of 12.7% and an annual surge of 13.8%, with consolidated revenue reaching NT＄5.63 billion. Furthermore, the company’s accumulated annual consolidated revenue in 2023 reached NT＄56.28 billion, marking a growth of 11.7%. These impressive results position Marketech as an emerging player in the global semiconductor market, poised for future growth and expansion through advanced technological strategies.

TSMC chairman Mark Liu’s upcoming retirement in 2024 has led investment experts to suggest that the semiconductor giant should slow down the progress of its new manufacturing facility in the United States. Industry analyst Jonah Cheng believes that TSMC’s policy direction will remain unchanged under the leadership of chief executive C.C. Wei, who is expected to succeed Liu as chairman. Cheng also proposes maintaining a dual leadership structure to cultivate successors from various backgrounds. Speculation suggests that Liu’s retirement may be linked to potential investment challenges in the company’s U.S. expansion. In response to these challenges, Cheng recommends a deceleration in the construction of TSMC’s second U.S. plant. He also highlights the need to assess the current downturn in the car market and economic outlook before proceeding with the German plant focused on automotive applications. Cheng suggests that the Japanese facility could be an optimal choice due to labor and power shortages in Taiwan, as well as cultural similarities and strong government support from Japan. TSMC’s primary obstacle, according to Cheng, is maintaining its leadership position in the semiconductor industry, especially after surpassing Intel. Additionally, the cyclical nature of the industry and the potential opportunities presented by the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) applications pose further challenges for the company.

The Minister of Economic Affairs, Wang Mei-hua, has refuted online rumors that the government plans to sell shares of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC). In fact, the government has been increasing its stake in TSMC, with the National Development Fund of the Executive Yuan owning major shares. The National Development Council (NDC) has also clarified the situation. Minister Wang emphasized the importance of TSMC in Taiwan’s economic development and the government’s continuous support for the tech giant.