China

Broad Global & U.S. Electronic Supply Chain GrowthThe first quarter of this year was very strong globally, with growth across the entire electronics supply chain. Although Chart 1 is based on preliminary data, every electronics sector expanded –  with many in double digits. The U.S....

Fueled by heavy government investment, IC packaging and testing in China generated $29 billion in revenue in 2017, making China the world’s largest consumer of packaging equipment and materials, according to SEMI’s recent China Semiconductor Packaging Industry Outlook report. The report, based on...

After a record January, Taiwan-listed electronics companies, many of which manufacture in China, reported significant drops in February sales. A number of events likely contributed: Far fewer working days in February due to Lunar New Year factory shutdowns Inflated January production and shipments...