TSMC Reports Record Quarterly Revenue on AI Chip Demand Surge
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) has seen a significant 16.5% increase in Q1 revenue, driven by high demand for AI chips.
- TSMC's Q1 revenue rose to $18.54 billion, surpassing market expectations and previous year's figures.
- The company benefited from an $11.6 billion grant and loan package under the Biden administration's CHIPS Act.
- AI and data center applications primarily fueled the revenue surge, with significant contributions from clients like Apple and Nvidia.
- Despite recent challenges like a major earthquake in Taiwan, TSMC's operations remain largely unaffected.
- TSMC is expanding its global footprint with new manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and plans for advanced chip production.