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Thursday 27 February 2025
US tariffs on TSMC could force IC designers to shoulder higher production costs
US President Trump announced that starting in April 2025, a 25% tariff will be imposed on semiconductors, automobiles, and pharmaceuticals, with plans for gradual increases. Experts...
Wednesday 26 February 2025
US govt pressures South Korean firms with US$1 billion investment target
Donald Trump, President of the United States, has repeatedly signaled potential tariff increases on semiconductors and possible adjustments to the CHIPS Act subsidies, intensifying...
Wednesday 26 February 2025
Apple's US$500 billion US investment plan sparks debate over its strategic implications
Apple's announcement of a US$500 billion investment in the US over the next four years could reshape its manufacturing landscape, yet raises questions about its implications. With...
Wednesday 26 February 2025
Strong semiconductor demand drives Everlight Chemical's electronic chemicals growth
Driven by the demand for semiconductors, mini-LED, and micro-LED technologies, Everlight Chemical saw robust revenue performance in its electronic chemicals segment throughout 2024...
Tuesday 25 February 2025
Japan govt to seek US tariff exemption for Rapidus' 2nm chips
The Japanese government will send officials to the US in March 2025 to discuss various tariff issues, including potential exemptions for the 2nm chips produced by Rapidus. They believe...
Friday 21 February 2025
BizLink optimistic about production relocation opportunities in 2025
Cable and connector maker BizLink expects steady demand for high-performance computing (HPC) and semiconductor production equipment (SPE) to drive growth in 2025, with chairman Roger...
Friday 21 February 2025
PC brands to hike US price as tariff pressures mount on chipmakers
Major PC brands have started raising prices on US-bound products, attributing the hikes to tariff pressures. The industry's strategy has shifted from stockpiling inventory ahead of...
Friday 21 February 2025
Samsung considers smartphone production exodus from China amid US tariff concerns
Samsung Electronics is evaluating significant changes to its smartphone supply chain in response to tariff measures implemented by the Trump administration. According to South Korean...
Thursday 20 February 2025
Taiwan's top auto fastener vendor unfazed by US tariffs, braces for EU CBAM and Taiwan carbon tax
Taiwan's leading automotive fastener manufacturer, Spec Products Corp, maintains strong confidence in its US market competitiveness despite current tariff policies. The US represents...
Thursday 20 February 2025
Innolux expects lower costs 'thanks' to tariff impact
Innolux president James Yang noted that US tariffs could lead to more factories in Asia, thus lowering costs and improving logistics efficiency. This strategy would enhance response...
Thursday 20 February 2025
Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on automotive and chip imports have caused 'chaos' among industry leaders
US President Donald Trump announced plans to impose 25% tariffs on auto imports, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals starting as early as April 2, with potential increases over time...
Wednesday 19 February 2025
Trump's plan for display tariffs could boost Korean OLED market while pressuring Apple
South Korean panel manufacturers see potential benefits from the Trump administration's consideration of additional display tariffs, as higher prices for Chinese LCD products could...
Wednesday 19 February 2025
Hushan Autoparts navigates US tariffs, plans strategic acquisitions to boost market leadership
Founded in 1983, Hushan Autoparts has been a global leader in manufacturing automotive door handles for the aftermarket (AM) sector for over 40 years. In 2018, the company encountered...
Wednesday 19 February 2025
Trump targets auto, chip, and drug imports with 25% tariffs
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on imported automobiles, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductor chips, a decision that could disrupt global supply...
Wednesday 19 February 2025
As Acer takes first swing, will Trump's tariffs spark notebook price hike in North America?
US President Donald Trump's 10% tariff on Chinese imports has prompted Acer to raise US notebook prices by 10%, making it the first brand to respond. However, US-based competitors...