Overview

• TSMC's new Kaohsiung fab is set to start mass production of 2nm wafers in the second half of 2025, with trial production achieving a 60% yield.
• The facility will create 7,000 tech jobs, reinforcing TSMC's commitment to Taiwan amid concerns over its $100 billion U.S. investment plan.
• TSMC and Taiwan's government reiterated that the company will maintain its headquarters and key production capabilities on the island.
• Combined 2nm production capacity at TSMC's Kaohsiung and Hsinchu plants could reach up to 80,000 wafers per month, addressing high global demand.
• Geopolitical tensions, including U.S. tariff threats and China's claims over Taiwan, highlight the strategic importance of TSMC's operations.