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Wednesday 17 December 2025
Viking Tech's alloy resistors win major OBC order, extended material lead times push volume shipments to 2Q26
Automotive-grade thin-film resistor maker Viking Tech held an in-person investor conference, where VP Shun-he Li reported that demand for ultra-low-resistance alloy resistors continues to increase. The company has recently secured a major order from China's second-largest on-board charger (OBC) supplier. The order volume is expected to contribute around NT$60-70 million (approx. US$1.9-2.2 million) in revenue, with gross margins higher than those of general resistor products. With this contribution, the share of automotive electronics revenue in 2026 is expected to rise from the current 53% to 55-57%, remaining the company's largest revenue segment.
Wednesday 17 December 2025
Viking raises thin-film inductor prices by 10-40% in 1Q26 amid surge in metal cost and network demand
Viking Tech, a leading automotive-grade thin-film resistor manufacturer, announced it will increase prices for its thin-film inductors by 10% to 40% starting in the first quarter of 2026, adding it to the list of passive component makers implementing price hikes. The move follows rising costs of precious metals and signs of recovering demand in the artificial intelligence (AI) and networking markets.
Tuesday 16 December 2025
CMI outlines stable orders and expansion plans amid rising costs and capacity challenges
Flexible printed circuit (FPC) manufacturer Complex Micro Interconnection (CMI) reported stable order intake across industrial, commercial, consumer, and automotive sectors during an online investor briefing. The company is expanding into high-frequency/high-speed, medical, and advanced commercial niche markets while preparing for capacity increases.
Monday 15 December 2025
TASC partners with Itochu Taiwan to deepen compound semiconductor and smart medical ventures
Taiwan-Asia Semiconductor Corporation (TASC) is advancing its layout in compound semiconductors and non-invasive blood glucose monitoring technology through the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Itochu Taiwan. The agreement seeks to facilitate collaboration in these two sectors through the pooling of resources and semiconductor supply chains.
Monday 15 December 2025
China to launch GPMI interface standard, pressuring USB-C and HDMI supply chains
The Shenzhen 8K UHD Video Industry Cooperation Alliance (SUCA) said China's domestically developed General-Purpose Multimedia Interface (GPMI) standard is set for formal release.
Monday 15 December 2025
Singapore boosts semiconductor sector with workforce training and new R&D hub
Singapore is expanding its domestic semiconductor capabilities through AI-focused workforce programs, SME digitalization efforts, and new research infrastructure, according to Ang Wee Seng, Executive Director of the Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association (SSIA).
Sunday 14 December 2025
WUS Printed Circuit targets over 40% AI-driven HPC revenue by 2026 amid capacity expansion
Taiwan-based printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturer WUS Printed Circuit announced an ambitious plan on December 11 to drive its high-performance computing (HPC) segment to account for more than 40% of total revenue by 2026. The company reported that HPC currently represents 33% of its sales, with order visibility extending into the first half of 2026, signaling strong demand momentum.
Friday 12 December 2025
Taiwan firms tighten hold on AI-server PCB drilling supply chain
Explosive AI infrastructure investment is driving a broad upgrade across the PCB value chain, pulling high-end AI server and materials demand sharply higher. PCB layer counts and CCL specifications are rising in tandem, lifting earnings for downstream suppliers. The same momentum is now pushing upstream drilling consumables and equipment into a tight supply, a sign of how quickly AI hardware cycles are compressing.
Friday 12 December 2025
WT Microelectronics hits NT$1 trillion revenue on AI-driven data center, optical demand
AI trends have fueled strong demand for data center chips and optical communications, pushing IC distributor WT Microelectronics' cumulative revenue for the first 11 months of 2025 to NT$1.08 trillion (US$34.64 billion), officially surpassing the trillion-dollar mark.
Friday 12 December 2025
AI server demand propels MLCCs into strategic role in passive components market
As the demand for cloud artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure rapidly grows, multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) have emerged as one of the top cost contributors in AI server bills of materials (BOM), second only to graphics processing units (GPUs) and memory modules. This surge is driven by rising average selling prices and increased per-unit usage of MLCCs in next-generation AI server designs.
Thursday 11 December 2025
Commentary: China's PCB edge survives G2 decoupling
As the US–China tech confrontation drags on, discussions consistently return to chips, semiconductors, rare earths, and tariffs. Despite accelerating supply-chain decoupling and overseas clients pushing for "Out-of-China" capacity, China remains the world's largest PCB manufacturing base and has fully captured both the volume and value gains from the AI server cycle. The country continues to demonstrate cost and efficiency advantages over production in Taiwan and Southeast Asia.
Thursday 11 December 2025
Ta Liang PCB and advanced packaging orders surge, equipment lead times hit 6 months
PCB and semiconductor equipment manufacturer Ta Liang Technology reported a surge in orders as AI chip and AI server demand solidifies. Customers have been investing to expand capacity, driving demand for high-end CCD back-drilling machines, semiconductor advanced packaging measurement, and automated optical inspection (AOI) equipment to increase in 2025. This pushed cumulative revenue for the first 11 months of 2025 beyond the total for 2024, setting a record.
Thursday 11 December 2025
Acter Group sees strong order growth as semiconductor and memory expand
Benefiting from solid order momentum across its technology and consumer-related business groups, cleanroom electromechanical integrator Acter Group posted consolidated revenue of NT$3.73 billion (US$119.6 million) in November 2025, up 20% year-over-year. Consolidated revenue for the first 11 months of 2025 reached NT$37.43 billion, up 41% year-over-year, with both setting new historical highs for the same period. Facility engineering projects for clients in semiconductors, electronic components, cloud computing, and general consumer sectors have been steadily recognized according to Acter's schedule. Demand for cleanroom upgrades and retrofits in existing factories continues to climb and increase business.
Wednesday 10 December 2025
Arlitech targets cloud servers and high-end gaming cards to mitigate panel price pressure
Competitive pricing from the "red supply chain" has taken a toll on the panel market. In response, Arlitech Electronic Corporation stated that it is transforming its sales structure. Benefiting from its two major product lines—protection & energy storage components and semiconductors—revenue contributions from networking and consumer electronics have grown significantly, turning operations from a loss to profit in the third quarter of 2025. The company is optimistic about 2026 revenue growth.
Wednesday 10 December 2025
Scientech posts over NT$10B revenue in 11 months, order visibility extends to 2H26
Advanced packaging equipment and wafer reclaim solutions provider Scientech reported consolidated revenue of NT$958 million (US$30.77 million) in November 2025, up 9% sequentially and 7% year over year. Cumulative consolidated revenue for the first 11 months of 2025 reached NT$10.39 billion, a 17% increase from the same period in 2024, surpassing the NT$10 billion mark for the first time and setting a new annual record ahead of schedule.
Wednesday 10 December 2025
Nichidenbo benefits from tantalum capacitor price hikes but memory shortages remain a concern
Tantalum capacitor manufacturers have recently announced price increases. Nichidenbo General Manager Yao Kuo Yu stated that the company is expected to benefit from the low-cost inventory effect. With the global AI server market growing, both the number of capacitors and their required capacitance are increasing, supporting long-term growth momentum for the company in 2025. However, memory shortages have become a recent industry concern, and it remains important to monitor whether this could further depress the already weak consumer market.
Wednesday 10 December 2025
Chenbro Micom nears record revenue fueled by strong server orders

Chenbro Micom posted its second-highest monthly revenue in November as strong AI server demand and a recovering enterprise market boosted shipments. The server chassis maker reported consolidated revenue of NT$2.04 billion (approx. US$70 million) for the month, up 2.2% from October and 68.4% from a year earlier. Revenue for the first 11 months reached NT$19.29 billion (approx. US$620 million), an increase of 49.5% from the same period last year and close to the NT$20 billion mark.

Wednesday 10 December 2025
Yageo posts record November revenue on strong AI demand, Shibaura acquisition gains

Yageo reported year-over-year and month-over-month revenue growth for November 2025, driven by the acquisition benefits from Japan-based Shibaura Electronics and robust demand for high-end components and AI-related applications.

Wednesday 10 December 2025
Taiwan signals openness to US chip targets on condition of support
As 2025 nears its end, negotiations over the US Section 232 tariffs closely tied to Taiwan's semiconductor and ICT exports remain unresolved. The US government's expectation of a "50-50 chip split" has yet to receive a commitment from Taiwan. However, Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te recently sent a positive message in an interview with US media, stating that Taiwan is willing to assist the US in chip production, and that if the US provides policy support, achieving the "50-50 chip split" goal is possible. This marks a significant shift in the government's stance toward US expectations based on mutual benefits.
Tuesday 9 December 2025
Topco Scientific to showcase key semiconductor materials and equipment at SEMICON Japan
The SEMICON Japan 2025 exhibition is set to take place in Tokyo from December 17 to 19, 2025, with Topco Scientific (TSC) and its Japanese subsidiary Shunkawa participating alongside nine semiconductor suppliers from Taiwan, the US, and Japan. Together, they will showcase critical materials and equipment covering semiconductor front-end processing, power modules, and advanced packaging, as well as integrated solutions for smart energy-saving monitoring systems.
Tuesday 9 December 2025
Commentary: Are East Asia tensions a threat to supply chains?
The Indo-Pacific region has become the world's most critical theater for both technology manufacturing and geopolitical competition. As military tensions escalate across East Asia, executives are increasingly questioning whether their supply chains can withstand potential disruptions.
Tuesday 9 December 2025
Silver shockwaves push tech suppliers to renegotiate and retrench

Since the start of 2025, silver prices have nearly doubled, far outpacing the roughly 30% rise in copper and the 60% climb in gold. The metal's extraordinary rally has prompted traders to dub it "the new gold" of the precious-metals market. Analysts now expect the momentum to continue into 2026, driven by heightened global risk aversion and tightening regional supplies.

Tuesday 9 December 2025
Zhen Ding projects strong revenue growth in 2026, expects doubling by 2027
Zhen Ding Technology said next-generation AI server platforms entering mass production will drive a major revenue lift in 2026 and set up a doubling growth phase in 2027. The company also expects its IC substrate business to expand as new facilities ramp up and ABF substrates gain from the rising demand for larger formats used in AI computing.
Monday 8 December 2025
TSMC expansion to drive record earnings for Taiwan engineering contractors through 2026

Taiwan's leading construction engineering contractors are on track to post record results in 2026 as TSMC accelerates advanced fab expansion at home and overseas to meet rising demand for artificial intelligence (AI) chips. United Integrated Services (UIS), Marketech International (MIC), L and K Engineering, Yankey Engineering, and Acter Group report strong profit momentum supported by large project backlogs tied to TSMC's new fabs and advanced packaging lines.

Sunday 7 December 2025
Taiwan poised to benefit as Japan and Korea shift capacitor output to premium markets
Japanese and Korean passive-component makers are diverting more capacity to high-end capacitors used in AI servers, tightening supply in mainstream electronics, and creating new openings for Taiwanese suppliers. The pivot reflects how booming AI server demand is reshaping global component production.