Fueled by surging artificial intelligence (AI) demand and a wave of new smartphone launches, TSMC operated its 5nm and 3nm chip production lines at full capacity during the third quarter of 2025. The foundry posted consolidated revenue of NT$989.92 billion (US$32.3 billion), net income after tax of NT$452.3 billion, and earnings per share (EPS) of NT$17.44—yet another record high. Cumulative EPS for the first three quarters reached NT$46.75, already surpassing the company’s full-year 2024 performance.