The United States and Japan lead the ranking with 4 projects each. The boost is provided by the processing needs of GenAI applications, especially in the leading-edge memory and logic segments.

The semiconductor industry will initiate 18 new factory construction projects in 2025. The new projects include 3 facilities of 200 mm and 15 of 300 mm, most of which are expected to begin operations between 2026 and 2027, according to the latest quarterly World Fab Forecast report from the global association SEMI.

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Construction of 18 new semiconductor plants to begin this year

The United States and Japan lead the ranking with 4 projects each. The boost is provided by the processing needs of GenAI applications, especially in the leading-edge memory and logic segments.

MORE ANALYSIS

After the buying rally, Millicom reports strong third-quarter results

Revenue totaled US$ 1.42 billion, showing a slight decrease of 0.7% compared to a year earlier, but operating profit grew by more than 30%, and adjusted EBITDA increased by 18.7%. The quarter ended with 42.2 million mobile customers and 13.7 million RGUs.

In a challenging environment, Liberty Latin America manages to sustain its revenue and improve margins

Revenue grew 2% year over year in the third quarter of 2025. Net income was positive at US$ 3 million, compared to a negative US$ 436 million last year. During the period, the company added more than 101,000 new postpaid mobile accounts, driven by growth in Costa Rica.

Fears of an AI financial bubble rise again

The collapse of Palantir’s shares and the decline in Nvidia’s stock were the latest signs warning of excessive valuations that do not align with the earnings of technology companies.

Telefónica unveils ambitious consolidation and growth plan

The operator is focusing on its four main markets (Spain, Brazil, Germany, and the United Kingdom) while aiming to expand its presence in other European markets. Murtra criticized the European Commission for moving too slowly on deregulation.

Spectrum for verticals: Discontent persists, although timing could tip the balance in favor of the operator

Communication service providers are developing plans to meet market demand but warn about the limitations of the official proposal. Claro believes that private networks should be complemented with public ones, as their uses are different.

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After the buying rally, Millicom reports strong third-quarter results