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Wednesday 9 April 2025
Taiwan's Minister of Economic Affairs dismisses merger rumors between GlobalFoundries and UMC

Since taking office, President Donald Trump has wielded tariffs as a tool to disrupt global trade. On April 9, Taiwan's Minister of Economic...

Wednesday 2 April 2025
UMC-GlobalFoundries merger unlikely: talks stall and chip market sours
Amid growing concerns over semiconductor supply chain resilience and geopolitical tensions, industry speculation has emerged about potential consolidation in the global foundry sector...
Tuesday 1 April 2025
GlobalFoundries-UMC merger could precede TSMC-Intel deal, says DIGITIMES analyst
Nikkei and Bloomberg have reported that GlobalFoundries is exploring a merger deal with UMC, a rumor UMC denied. Still, the speculation underscores US efforts to...
Tuesday 1 April 2025
UMC responds to GlobalFoundries rumors— what's likely to happen regarding merger deal
GlobalFoundries and UMC are reportedly in merger talks. A potential deal aims to secure US chip supply amid rising China tensions, but faces regulatory hurdles and market pressures...
Monday 24 March 2025
Taiwan LED firm Ennostar accelerates auto sector expansion with subsidiary merger
Taiwan-based LED manufacturer Ennostar is ramping up its automotive market strategy through a planned merger of subsidiaries Epistar Corporation and Lextar Electronics by 2025, which...
Monday 17 March 2025
Auto industry in flux: Foxconn emerges as wildcard in global restructuring
The global auto industry is in flux, reshaped by advances in automotive electronics and electrification alongside the rise of Chinese EV makers. Traditional supply chains in Europe,...
Wednesday 12 March 2025
AUO's strategic acquisition of BHTC marks game-changer for its future growth

In April 2024, AUO officially completed its acquisition of BHTC, marking a significant milestone in the company's future growth trajectory...

Monday 10 March 2025
FET unveils 2025 strategy: AI expansion, merger synergies, and digital growth
Far EasTone Telecommunications (FET) has outlined its 2025 operational strategy, focusing on three core pillars to drive growth: deepening AI-driven operations, maximizing synergies...
Saturday 22 February 2025
Could GlobalFoundries be the critical link in Intel's foundry transformation?
Recently, GlobalFoundries (GF) announced an executive reshuffle, fueling speculation that Thomas Caulfield, the company's current CEO, will be appointed as GF's executive chairman...
Thursday 20 February 2025
Honda-Nissan merger drama unfolds as alliances shift and Renault strengthens ties with Geely
The proposed merger between Honda and Nissan has taken an unexpected turn, with reports emerging that talks, initially called off, could be revived. In a surprising move, Honda is...
Monday 17 February 2025
Commentary: Honda-Nissan merger collapse underscores why Foxconn must proceed with caution.
Honda and Nissan scrapped merger talks after failing to agree on terms, marking an abrupt end to what could have been a landmark consolidation in Japan's auto industry. The negotiations,...
Friday 14 February 2025
Foxconn-Nissan partnership prospects stir Taiwan's auto industry
After Nissan and Honda ended their merger talks, Foxconn expressed interest in a collaborative partnership with Nissan, rather than an outright acquisition. This announcement has...
Friday 14 February 2025
Foxconn's CDMS offer to Nissan: A partnership, not a takeover
Following the breakdown of merger talks between Nissan and Honda, the chairman of Taiwan's Foxconn, Young Liu, stated on February 12, 2025, that the company's goal is cooperation...
Thursday 13 February 2025
Honda and Nissan scrap US$60 billion merger plans amid restructuring clash
Honda and Nissan have officially called off their merger negotiations, which began in December 2024. Both companies held board meetings on February 13, 2025, where they decided to...
Thursday 13 February 2025
Apple and Foxconn face steep hurdles in Nissan stakes bid amid Honda merger collapse
The proposed merger between Honda and Nissan has reached an impasse, while Renault is preparing to reduce its 36% ownership in Nissan. This development has sparked speculation about...