[News] TSMC’s Latest Statement Indicates Equipment Largely Recovered, Revenue Forecast Unchanged

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According to TechNews, TSMC announced its latest updates on the evening of the 5th, stating that equipment within its Taiwan wafer fabs has largely recovered. The company’s full-year performance outlook, denominated in USD, is expected to remain consistent with the forecast provided during the January earnings call. Annual revenue is projected to grow in the low-to-mid twenties percentage range.

TSMC noted its robust experience and capabilities in earthquake response and disaster prevention, regularly conducting safety drills to ensure preparedness. Within just 10 hours of the earthquake on April 3rd, equipment recovery rates in the wafer fabs exceeded 70%, with newly constructed fabs like Fab 18 surpassing 80% recovery.

As of the 5th, except for certain production lines in areas with greater seismic impact requiring longer adjustment and calibration times to restore automated production, thanks to the concerted efforts of TSMC colleagues and supplier partners, equipment within Taiwan’s wafer fabs has largely recovered.

TSMC emphasized its comprehensive assessment of the earthquake’s impact and continues to maintain close communication with customers, providing timely updates on relevant impacts.

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