Major semiconductor manufacturers worldwide are expected to drive steady growth in semiconductor production capacity over the next three years, with China predicted to take the top spot in market share. The International Semiconductor Equipment and Materials Association (SEMI) forecasts that 12-inch (300mm) semiconductor production capacity will reach a record high of 9.4 million wafers per month in 2026.
SEMI notes that the growth rate for global 12-inch semiconductor capacity is expected to be relatively low this year at 6%, due to weak demand for memory and system semiconductors. However, the growth rate is projected to continue increasing. . .