Chip giant TSMC to invest $100B in US manufacturing
Published On Mar 3, 2025, 12:49 PM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has announced a substantial $100 billion investment into semiconductor manufacturing in the U.S. This investment follows prior commitments of $65 billion for its existing operations in Arizona. The new funds will primarily go toward establishing advanced manufacturing facilities, which are expected to enhance the production of semiconductors crucial for various technologies, including smartphones and artificial intelligence. TSMC's CEO mentioned that this expansion would create thousands of high-paying jobs in the U.S.
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Given TSMC's significant investment in expanding its U.S. facilities, this could positively impact the semiconductor sector by boosting supply chains and innovations in chip manufacturing. The move also aligns with U.S. governmental support for local semiconductor production, enhancing TSMC's growth prospects in the North American market.
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