Analysis: China pairs Nexperia sanctions with exemptions, unveiling new supply chain playbook

China is using the escalating Nexperia dispute to showcase a new, flexible export strategy that mixes hardline control with selective exemptions. As the Dutch government’s takeover of the chipmaker triggered factory shutdowns in China, Beijing countered with both sanctions and relief measures, proving it can retaliate while also managing the global supply chain.

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Wiwynn’s 3Q25 revenue jumps 173%, profit doubles on explosive AI server demand

Wiwynn posted record third-quarter results for 2025, driven by surging AI and data center demand. Consolidated revenue jumped 172.8% year-over-year to NT$266.82 billion (approx. US$8.61 billion), while net profit rose 143.5% to NT$15.41 billion. The company reported gross, operating, and net margins of 8.8%, 7.3%, and 5.8%, respectively, reflecting improved scale and efficiency.

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