A+H IPO rush: Goertek Microelectronics and industry giants fast-track HK listings

The “A+H” dual-listing model—where companies trade shares on both Mainland China’s A-share market and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX)—is gaining momentum. More Chinese firms are embracing this approach to diversify funding sources and attract global investors. According to Wind Information, as of March 3, 2025, over 40 companies have filed for initial public offerings (IPOs) on HKEX, including Goertek Microelectronics Inc. (GMI), a subsidiary of Goertek Inc.

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Darfon set to rebound in 2025 as inventory adjustment concludes

Despite ongoing inventory adjustments in the bicycle-related market impacting contributions from the green energy sector, Darfon has managed to maintain a gross margin of over 18% in 2024 through internal restructuring. Looking ahead to 2025, as inventory levels stabilize and AIoT-related businesses continue to grow, the company remains cautiously optimistic, anticipating the year to mark a turning point for recovery.

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TIMTOS 2025: Turvo showcases advanced planetary gear reducers and AI server UQD couplers, eye double-digit growth

At the 2025 Taipei International Machine Tool Show (TIMTOS), a leading global event held from March 3 to 8, Turvo International, a specialist in precision metal components, is showcasing its advanced solutions for smart manufacturing. Among the highlights are the proprietary TUF ONE planetary gear reducer and the GP200 and GP300 liquid-cooled universal quick disconnect (UQD) couplers, designed for AI server applications.

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C.C. Wei-Trump meeting highlights Taiwan’s irreplaceable semiconductor role, says TSMC supplier Gudeng Precision

On March 3, 2025, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) Chairman C.C. Wei met with US President Donald Trump at the White House, where both parties announced that TSMC would increase its investment in the United States by at least US$100 billion. The investment includes the construction of three new wafer fabs, two packaging plants, and one R&D center.

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Trump’s push to repeal CHIPS Act puts Samsung at greatest risk

In his first congressional address of his second term, US President Donald Trump reaffirmed his commitment to repealing the CHIPS and Science Act, a policy shift that has unsettled South Korea’s semiconductor industry. Analysts suggest that while a full repeal may face legislative hurdles, the administration could still use regulatory reviews to scale back subsidies, putting pressure on companies like Samsung Electronics.

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