Samsung Electronics Raises Some Advanced Chip Foundry Prices by Up to 15% on AI Demand
Samsung Electronics has raised prices for new orders of some advanced chip foundry services by up to 15%, responding to tightening capacity driven by surging demand for AI chips. The adjustment applies mainly to orders for advanced process technologies, with newly signed contracts subject to the revised rates. The move reflects intensifying pressure on advanced manufacturing capacity as artificial intelligence applications boost demand for high-performance semiconductors.
Samsung Electronics has raised prices for new orders of some advanced chip foundry services by up to 15%. The adjustment stems from surging demand for AI chips, which has tightened production capacity for the relevant processes. The price increase applies mainly to orders for advanced process technologies, and newly signed orders will be subject to the adjusted rates.
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