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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Economy

How Germany is planning to invest €2 billion in its chip industry

The German government has said that it would be investing billions into the country’s domestic semiconductor sector, in an attempt to strengthen Germany’s global competitiveness, and reduce dependence on countries such as China and the US.

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ASML remains bullish for 2030 outlook as AI demand stays high

The confirmation of earlier guidance from the Dutch semiconductor group is aimed at boosting investor confidence following the company's disappointing order intake in the third quarter of the year.

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Applied Materials: A new leadership for Europe’s market

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Billions of tiny semiconductor chips hidden inside your mobile phone, electric vehicle, and an endless list of technologies and products, are busy powering Europe’s digital economy.

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Harris defends CHIPS Act after Republicans say they would repeal it

Manufacturing investment, such as the CHIPS Act, is central to Harris' economic plans.

Markets

ASML shares plunge after early earnings leak in worst drop since IPO

ASML shares plunged 15.7% on Tuesday, the worst drop since the chipmaker went public in 2002, after an early earnings release revealed a lowered sales outlook for 2025.

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New TSMC chip plants planned for Europe says Taiwan official

The world’s largest contract chipmaker, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, is set to expand its operations in Europe, according to a Taiwanese official.

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ASML shares plunge amid regulatory headwinds and valuation concerns

Shares of Dutch chip equipment maker ASML are among the third quarter's worst performers in European markets, due to regulatory hurdles and valuation concerns.