Key Points
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Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is the world’s largest contract chipmaker.
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As of now, TSMC holds a 71% share of the global chip market, producing over 90% of the most advanced semiconductors.
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TSMC’s market capitalization is approximately $1.6 trillion, with a potential to reach $3 trillion as it benefits from ongoing demand in AI and high-performance computing.
In its recent fourth-quarter earnings, TSMC reported revenue of $33.7 billion, a 26% increase year-over-year. Projections for Q1 suggest revenue could reach $35.2 billion, representing a 38% rise. Analysts predict TSMC will generate $155.8 billion in revenue by 2026, with 2027 and 2028 estimates of $193.5 billion and $235.4 billion, respectively.
Demand for state-of-the-art chips is expected to drive the semiconductor market to nearly $1.6 trillion by 2030, highlighting TSMC’s crucial role in this growth.
