IC design houses not worried about 2Q25 market reversal due to low PC chip inventories

A particularly strong first quarter has raised concerns about the probable negative impact on the IC design sector due to demand reversal caused by inventory clearance in the second quarter of 2025. In this regard, certain IC design firms have stated that different applications and chip types may produce differing results and that they will closely monitor the order status of their clients.

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Inductor maker Trio Technology rides AI boom to record profits

Trio Technology International Group is capitalizing on surging global AI demand, positioning for record revenue and profit in 2024 with strong growth projected for 2025. Chairman Huo-Li Lin expects high-margin products to reach 35% of the company’s portfolio this year, maintaining overall gross margins above 40% as demand for AI-specific inductors continues to exceed supply.

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