US tariffs on global trading partners are seen as beneficial to India. Apple may increase its reliance on suppliers in India due to heightened US tariffs against China.
US tariffs force Foxconn pivot toward India, Vietnam for non-China, non-US markets
The global electronics industry is bracing for significant disruption after implementing new baseline and reciprocal tariffs announced on April 2. Experts predict that smartphones, personal computers, and servers will be among the first sectors to feel the immediate impact, prompting major manufacturers like Foxconn to adjust their operational strategies rapidly.
Trump tariffs make India an attractive iPhone export hub
Apple is ramping up iPhone exports from India to the US in response to new tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump, seeking to shield its margins without raising retail prices—for now. According to The Wall Street Journal, sources said Apple views this move as a temporary measure while it tries to secure an exemption from the tariffs, much like CEO Tim Cook did during the previous Trump administration.
India says 'no' to BYD while wooing rival Tesla to invest
India restricts BYD's market access, citing strategic concerns, while welcoming Tesla. This reflects India's cautious stance towards Chinese investments and protectionist auto policies, despite growing pressure to open its market.
India's Suchi Semicon to begin production this month, expands global ties and workforce
India-based OSAT startup Suchi Semicon is preparing to begin commercial production in April, less than a month after completing successful trial runs, its founder Shetal Mehta told Digitimes Asia.
India's CDIL and Infineon team up to tackle local chip market needs
CDIL Semiconductors and Infineon Technologies are partnering to provide India-specific power discrete solutions. CDIL's packaging expertise combined with Infineon's wafers targets India's unique market needs, focusing on cost-effective, localized products.
India-based Cyient launches IC design subsidiary with US$100 million investment
Engineering and technology solutions provider Cyient has launched a wholly-owned semiconductor subsidiary, Cyient Semiconductors, with a committed investment of US$100 million. The newly established entity will focus on delivering application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) turnkey solutions, targeting high-growth sectors such as electric vehicles, smart meters, and industrial automation, reports the Times of India, The Hindu, and Hindu Business Line.
Alcatel returns to India's smartphone market with US$30 million investment and local manufacturing plans
Alcatel returns to India after a decade, investing US$30 million for locally-made smartphones via Flipkart. Targeting mid-range markets, they aim to establish a manufacturing base and expand into other consumer tech.
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