China fills PFAS-based coolant supply gap in South Korea’s chip sector after 3M exit

Chinese chemical makers are rapidly entering South Korea’s semiconductor coolant supply chain following 3M’s planned exit from the business. Firms like Juhua, ChemPacific, and Noah Fluorochemical are now supplying major chipmakers Samsung and SK Hynix, marking China’s growing influence in a critical segment of advanced semiconductor manufacturing infrastructure.

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Taiwan’s semiconductor exports remain steady despite tariff risks

Rising trade protectionism and tariff policy uncertainties have disrupted the global economic and trade order. Over time, countries have started to figure out how to negotiate or respond to US tariffs. Despite US President Donald Trump’s warnings that countries imposing retaliatory tariffs would face further hikes, the EU still decided to retaliate against the US.

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Behind BYD’s sales surge, suppliers warn of late payments and margin pressures

Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD has publicly dismissed comparisons to the troubled property developer Evergrande, rejecting online speculation that it might be headed for similar financial turbulence. Yet behind closed doors, some of its suppliers tell a different story — one of inconsistent payments, tightened profit margins, and mounting caution across the supply chain.

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