Taiwan memory makers struggle to boost profitability as process upgrade race intensifies

The memory industry experienced fluctuations in its performance in 2024. In the first half of 2024, the three largest international DRAM manufacturers were able to convert losses into profits. However, Taiwan-based memory companies are still facing significant competitive challenges, as revenue growth has not yet translated into improvements in profitability.

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Southern Taiwan earthquake: TSMC operations unaffected, impact assessment ongoing

At 12:17 a.m. on January 21, a 6.4-magnitude earthquake struck Dapu Township in Chiayi County, Taiwan, with a peak intensity of level 6 (lower). The tremor also reached intensity level 5 (lower) in Tainan and Kaohsiung. In response, leading semiconductor manufacturers, including TSMC and UMC, implemented precautionary shutdowns at their Southern Taiwan Science Park (STSP) facilities. TSMC announced that a comprehensive assessment is underway, with further updates to follow.

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