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Samsung expects profit to halve as tariffs and export curbs bite

The South Korean company’s second-quarter operating profit is expected to be less than half of what the company reported last year.

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Volvo Cars CEO: dual tech for China and the West is new trade reality

Tech restrictions and tariffs show “we’re going into a more regional world” said the head of the Swedish automaker.

Markets

Chip designer Alphawave sees stock soar on Qualcomm takeover agreement

The acquisition of the UK’s Alphawave by a US firm marks the latest loss for the London Stock Exchange.

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4 things you need to know from Nvidia's COMPUTEX keynote speech

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced his vision for the future of AI infrastructure in his native country, Taiwan.

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EU member states ask Commission to lower microchip strategy targets

The countries say that the European Commission should adjust the target in the Chips Act 2.0.

Business

Samsung sees revenue increase but gives gloomy tariff-related outlook

The firm announced a record quarterly revenue but warned in an earnings call of economic uncertainty ahead, linked to US President Donald Trump's trade policies.

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EU needs 'reality check' on flawed microchip strategy: report

The European Court of Auditors tells the European Commission to take stock and rethink Chips Act.

Business

TSMC: Profit jump and steady outlook cools investor concerns

Contract chipmaker Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s net income was up by 60% in the first quarter, boosted by strong AI demand.

Business

Which companies will be impacted by Trump’s semiconductor tariffs?

Companies such as Taiwan’s TSMC and South Korea’s Samsung Electronics may be particularly hit by upcoming US semiconductor tariffs.

Business

South Korea to boost chip industry support in face of Trump's tariffs

South Korea said on Tuesday it will expand its financial support package for its crucial semiconductor industry to 33 trillion won (about €22.43 million) as part of efforts to address uncertainties posed by the Trump administration’s tariff hikes.

Economy

US moves ahead with tariffs - launching pharma and chip investigations

The Trump administration has taken its next steps toward imposing more tariffs on key imports, launching investigations into imports of computer chips, chip making equipment and pharmaceuticals.

Business

Samsung ups earnings guidance as chip sales soar on tariff concerns

Although Samsung reported a boost in chip sales in its latest earnings report, falling prices and late shipments continue to hit the company.

Tech News

Who are the tech winners and losers of Trump's sweeping new tariffs?

When it comes to the tech industry, semiconductor manufacturers come out largely unscathed while e-commerce giants will see major changes that could affect what price their goods are sold.

Business

Apple to create 20,000 US jobs to shield operations against tariffs

The tech giant plans to spend $500 billion (€477.50bn) in the country over the next four years, bolstering domestic production as more tariffs loom.

Business

Arm plans to sell its own chips in an effort to ramp up revenues

The chip designer, Arm, is reportedly competing with its own clients, which include major companies such as Qualcomm, to sell its own chips as it seeks to boost profits.

Business

ASML reports boost in full-year sales as it shares outlook for 2025

ASML's robust results come at a time when the semiconductor and artificial intelligence (AI) market is reeling under the shock of new entrant DeepSeek, a new arrival from China.

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US's AI chips export proposal receives industry pushback

Though the rules are aimed at China, they could impact some European countries including Portugal and Switzerland.

Markets

ASML continues to outshine rivals despite US trade restrictions

ASML shares had a robust start to 2025, outpacing its US semiconductor peers and signalling a shift by investors towards European stock markets. This development comes amid a broad selloff on Wall Street ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration.

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Everything you need to know from Nvidia's CES 2025 keynote

Euronews Next was at the chip-maker’s keynote speech in Las Vegas, which saw a rare appearance by founder and CEO Jensen Huang.

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Intel's CEO steps down amid financial woes at US chipmaker

Intel's CEO is stepping down after less than four years, underscoring the turmoil at the computer chipmaking company.