TSMC, the world’s top contract chipmaker, posted consolidated revenue of NT$349.57 billion (approx. US$11.55 billion) in April 2025, up 22.2% from March and 48.1% from a year earlier. The figure exceeded the NT$300 billion mark and surpassed the previous monthly record of NT$314.24 billion set in October 2024. April marked TSMC’s 16th straight month of annual revenue growth.

Flexible printed circuit (FPC) manufacturer Flexium Interconnect (Flexium) reported a loss in the first quarter of 2025 due to continued weak demand for smartphones and no significant improvement in capacity utilization. The company also faced ongoing price reductions on older models. Despite these challenges, Flexium stressed its commitment to accelerating the transition toward higher-value products this year to return to profitability. This strategic shift aims to mitigate potential future shocks from reciprocal tariffs and sharp exchange rate fluctuations.

Huawei officially launched its HarmonyOS PC operating system on May 8, expanding into the computer market with a rebuilt OS featuring enhanced performance, security, and cross-device collaboration. The move positions Huawei to challenge Windows’ dominance as it prepares to debut its first HarmonyOS-based PC at HDC 2025 next month.