TSMC, Trump and Taiwan

Fears of Even Pricier GPUs Mount as President Trump Targets TSMC with New Tariffs, Possibly Reaching as High as 100%
The GeForce RTX 5090, a new flagship "Blackwell" GPU for gamers, creators, and developers that NVIDIA will be launching this week to deliver what it says is a new world of AI computer graphics for $1,
Trump Promises High Semiconductor Tariffs, Ensnaring Taiwan's TSMC
"They left us and went to Taiwan," Trump said while speaking at the House Republican Issues Conference on Monday. "We want them to come back." Following his promise of tariffs, Tr
Trump targets TSMC with Taiwan chip tariffs
In TSMC’s case, this is in the form of a $12 billion semiconductor factor in Arizona, supporting by a $6.6 billion CHIPS Act subsidy won last year. Since then, the semiconductor giant has pledged to build two more facilities in Arizona, bringing the company’s total planned investment to around $65 billion.
How Will Trump’s Chip Tariff Affect Apple & TSMC?
How big a financial hit would Apple and its Taiwanese chip making partner TSMC take if and when U.S. President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs take effect?
Why Trump's tariff wars may hurt Apple & TSMC's partnership
Although Trump’s tariff plans have targeted several industries, his focus on semiconductors is particularly concerning for Apple. Trump has long pushed for reshoring manufacturing to the US, and his l
Trump says new tariffs on computer chips, semiconductors are coming soon
Though the United States is the global leader in designing chips, the vast majority of chip production happens overseas, particularly in U.S.-ally Taiwan.
Trump eyes up to 100% tariffs on foreign semiconductors, TSMC in crosshairs
No wonder OpenAI needs $500B for Stargate Americans could soon see the price of electronics skyrocket in response to a 25-100 percent tariff on computer chips promised by US President Donald Trump on Monday.
Trump's chip tariff threat takes aim at Apple's TSMC partnership
The Trump tariffs could financially hit Apple's chip production partnership with TSMC, after the President insisted the import taxes will be applied to semiconductors and other specific industries in the near future.
Trump's tariffs target tech: Boosting US chip production
President Donald Trump announced the introduction of tariffs on semiconductors from abroad, mainly from Taiwan, to encourage companies to move production to the USA. Trump also stated that the success of the Chinese AI model,
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TSMC Arizona Secures Record $6.6B Federal Investment for Advanced Chip Manufacturing
TSMC manufactures more than 90% of the world’s most advanced logic chips, making it the world leader in semiconductor ...
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Delays in TSMC’s Arizona plant spark supply chain worries
Major tech firms may have to remain dependent on Taiwan-based plants, increasing their exposure to geopolitical risks.
TSMC chip production in Phoenix ahead of schedule as company posts $11.5B profit
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing confirmed it started commercial production at its Phoenix complex during fourth quarter when profits surged 57%.
TSMC begins 4nm chip production in Arizona but at higher costs
TSMC's Arizona Fab 21 began 4nm chip mass production in Q4 2024. Costs are higher than in Taiwan; 2nm production starts in ...
TSMC's US plant unlikely to get latest chip tech before Taiwan, CEO says
TSMC's new U.S. plant is unlikely to get the most advanced chip technology before factories in Taiwan due to complex ...
Arizona needs skilled workers to fill tech jobs. That starts in high school | Opinion
Advanced manufacturing jobs are growing by the thousands in Arizona. We're working with these employers to ensure high school ...
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Trump policies drive supply chain shift to Arizona
As TSMC's Arizona semiconductor fab prepares to begin mass production, the local semiconductor supply chain continues to ...
DeepSeek Panic: Here's Why I'm Doubling Down On TSMC
Discover why the recent selloff of TSMC stock may actually present a compelling buying opportunity, given its strong ...