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[News] U.S. Retail Sales Beat Expectations in August, but Markets Still Bet on Aggressive Fed Rate Cuts

Posted on 2024-09-18 by TrendForce

The U.S. retail sales slightly increased in August, as reported by the U.S. Census Bureau on September 17. The U.S. Retail sales rose by 0.1% month-over-month in August, down from 1% in July, but better than market expectations of -0.2%. …

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[News] Breakthrough in China’s Domestic DUV Equipment to 8nm? Experts Call It a Misunderstanding

Posted on 2024-09-18 by TrendForce

Recent reports of breakthroughs in China’s chip manufacturing equipment have gained attention, with rumors suggesting that China’s domestically-made DUV equipment can produce chips at 8nm and below. Some companies have also applied for EUV equipment patents. However, according to a …

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[News] Intel’s Foundry Spin-off Could Improve Chances of Securing Orders from Tech Giants such as Apple and AMD

Posted on 2024-09-18 by TrendForce

One of the most critical moves of Intel’s next step, regarded by CEO Pat Gelsinger as “the most significant transformation in over four decades,” is turning its foundry business into an independent subsidiary. Citing remarks from foreign media and analysts, …

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[News] Intel to Turn Foundry Unit into Subsidiary, with Projects in Germany and Poland Delayed for 2 Years

Posted on 2024-09-18 by TrendForce

The struggling giant seems to gradually get a turnaround, as Intel reportedly settles down plans for restructuring after the board meeting. Intel, according to a latest report by CNBC, reveals schemes to transform its foundry business into an independent unit …

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[News] Samsung to Reportedly Begin DS Division Restructuring by Year-end, Aiming to Break down Silos

Posted on 2024-09-18 by TrendForce

Regarding the continuous struggle of its foundry business, Samsung has reportedly decided to make another move, as its semiconductor division (DS) plans to undertake a major organizational restructuring within the year, according to a report by Chosun Biz. Through the …

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