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Friday 3 May 2024
IC component suppliers divided on fresh Apple product order pull-ins
Taiwan-based suppliers of III-V compound semiconductors, PCBs, and other IC components are divided on demand forecasts for new iPhones and other Apple devices, according to industry...
Thursday 2 May 2024
Chinese semiconductor firms raising prices on soaring precious metal costs
Many Chinese semiconductor firms have told customers they are raising prices due to rising costs of precious metals, such as gold and copper, according to industry sources.
Tuesday 30 April 2024
Flexium upbeat about automotive demand
Flexible printed circuit (FPC) specialist Flexium Interconnect has expressed optimism about demand for automotive applications in the long run, believing the worst has passed.
Monday 29 April 2024
Topco Senior CEO says geopolitics creates business opportunities
The global supply chain for semiconductors is undergoing far-reaching changes due to the geopolitical influence of major countries.
Thursday 25 April 2024
China feeds on lucrative semiconductor business created by US
Although US sanctions have significantly slowed down the development of China's semiconductor industry towards the advanced nodes, it is not the time to be content that China is lagging...
Thursday 25 April 2024
Apple supplier list features 8 new Chinese players
Eight new Chinese suppliers have been added to Apple's recently announced fiscal year 2023 (FY23) supplier list, while four have been removed.
Wednesday 24 April 2024
Quantum startup investments' 20% annual growth surprise industries
The governments of Europe, the US, Japan, and China see quantum computers as a long-term strategic investment project. With the support of stable and long-term funding, the related...
Wednesday 24 April 2024
After low point in 1Q24, CWTC eyes return to growth for remainder of 2024
Chang Wah Technology (CWTC), a major supplier of IC lead frames, held its earnings call on April 23 in conjunction with its parent company Chang Wah Electromaterials (CWE), during...
Wednesday 24 April 2024
CWE to raise epoxy molding compound prices in 3Q24
Key semiconductor material distributor Chang Wah Electromaterials (CWE) has announced new pricing for epoxy molding compounds effective from the third quarter of 2024, due to a weak...
Tuesday 23 April 2024
Taiwan's PCB and chip gear makers expanding presence in SEA market
Taiwan's PCB and semiconductor equipment manufacturers are poised to enhance their footprint in Southeast Asia by establishing manufacturing operations or bolstering their customer...
Tuesday 23 April 2024
Nan Ya PCB rejoins Apple supply chain
Apple has disclosed its supplier list for fiscal year 2023. Nan Ya PCB, the second-largest provider of IC substrates, re-entered the supply chain after an extended absence.
Monday 22 April 2024
Shinko Electric revises revenue downward amid weak flip chip demand
Japanese IC substrate manufacturer Shinko Electric Industries has announced that due to poor sales of its main product, flip chip packaging substrates, the upcoming fiscal report...
Friday 19 April 2024
Yageo sees customers complete inventory adjustments in 1H24
Yageo, a Taiwanese passive component maker, anticipates its customers will finish inventory adjustments in the first half of 2024, despite ongoing global uncertainties.
Thursday 18 April 2024
Topco chairman says current quartz component orders face long lead time
Topco Scientific Company (TSC) chairman J.W. Kuo, who is also Taiwan's Economic Minister-designate, said at the opening ceremony of the company's new quartz plant in Putzu, Chiayi...
Thursday 18 April 2024
Server PCB specialist ACCL optimistic about 2Q24
Allied Circuit (ACCL) is optimistic about its prospects for the second quarter of 2024, pointing to a rise in server market order visibility from 4-6 to 8 weeks. Customers' pulling...