ASML Holding NV, the Dutch semiconductor equipment leader, dominates extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography, key to producing cutting-edge semiconductor chips. As the industry pushes toward ever-smaller nodes to fuel AI, 5G, and next-generation computing, the question is: how much farther can ASML take EUV?

Taiwan-based electrical systems and equipment manufacturer Shihlin Electric and Engineering stated that impacts from tariffs and exchange rates will be limited, and it will continue to evaluate building a facility in the US.

In recent years, Pegatron has actively invested in new businesses targeting high-value-added industries. Besides expanding its core automotive and AI servers sectors, the company’s investment in contact lens manufacturer Pegavision continues to deliver stable high gross margins. Notably, Pegavision achieved six consecutive years of record revenue in 2024, with profits reaching historic highs and gross margins consistently exceeding 50%.

Samsung Electronics is weighing advanced semiconductor packaging and robotics as future growth drivers, with plans to discuss development strategies at its upcoming global strategic meeting, according to South Korean media reports.