As global demand for advanced semiconductor packaging surges, Taiwanese specialty chemicals and materials maker E-Chem is investing aggressively to seize new market opportunities. The company, known for its semiconductor process chemicals and eco-friendly materials, announced that it has begun shipping products to leading advanced packaging and substrate manufacturers, and will expand exports in Q4 as part of a broader international push.

The global market for small-sized OLED displays is on a path of steady expansion through the end of the decade, fueled primarily by the rising demand from smartphones, particularly Apple's iPhone lineup. However, with demand expected to outpace supply, analysts are warning of a potential OLED panel shortage as early as 2028.

BOE Technology is reportedly in talks with Samsung Electronics and other manufacturers to supply white OLED (WOLED) panels for monitors, as Chinese panel makers seek to capture surging demand in the high-end gaming market. Analysts view the effort as BOE's bid to secure a foothold in premium displays.

Samsung Display (SDC) is executing a sweeping organizational overhaul across both its IT and small-to-medium panel businesses, aiming to solidify its leadership in OLED displays while countering growing competition from China.