Monthly Archives: November 2023

[News] STMicroelectronics to Invest EUR 5 Billion in New SiC Wafer Fab

STMicroelectronics, following its EUR 7.5 billion wafer fab project with GlobalFoundries in Crolles, France. is set to invest EUR 5 billion in building a new SiC super semiconductor wafer fab in Catania, Sicily, Italy. The fab in Italy will specialize …

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[News] Samsung Reportedly Initiates Price Increase for CIS

According to the Economic Daily News’ report, industry sources indicate that Samsung, a major supplier of CIS, has issued a price increase notice to customers on November 29th, projecting an average price increase of up to 25% in the first …

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[Insights] Unstoppable Decline in Polysilicon and Module Prices; Wafer and Cell Prices Hold Steady for Now

Source to TrendForce, the most recent update on solar materials pricing indicates an ongoing decline in Polysilicon and Module prices, while Wafer and Cell prices are holding steady for the time being. Polysilicon Polysilicon prices continue to decline throughout the week. …

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[Insights] Weekly Price Update: DRAM Swang and NAND Remained Strong

Following the Singles’ Day Sale in China, demands are relatively cooled down. While for DRAM spot prices, market experiences fluctuations due to subdued demand and increased supply of used chips. In contrast, NAND spot price remains relatively strong under the …

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[News] Japanese Companies Seek Battery and Chip Materials Outside China

According to IJWEI’s report, Japanese companies heavily reliant on key battery and semiconductor materials manufactured in China are expanding their sources as China intensifies export controls. On October 20th, China announced that certain graphite items, including high-purity, high-strength, and high-density …

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