Taiwan offers investment in exchange for lower tariffs Fast-growing TSMC looks to expand in Arizona Deal deepens ties between Washington and Taipei as China tensions simmer Many of Trump’s tariffs still face Supreme Court review Taiwan needs ‘to keep our president happy’ to protect ‘their country,’ US official says WASHINGTON, Jan 15 (Reuters) – The…
Company positions itself as a ‘chip department store’ Net profit shot up nearly 7 times in 2024, revenue jumped 28% Chip and AI firms tapping HK market as Beijing seeks self-sufficiency HONG KONG/SINGAPORE, Jan 13 (Reuters) – Shares of GigaDevice Semiconductor soared 40% in their Hong Kong trading debut on Tuesday, with investors latching on…
SHANGHAI, Jan 4 (Reuters) – South Korean President Lee Jae Myung began a state visit to China on Sunday, hoping to promote peace on the Korean Peninsula hours after rival North Korea launched ballistic missiles. The visit, Lee’s first to China since taking office in June, comes amid heightened global tensions after Pyongyang’s aggressive display,…
BEIJING, Nov 20 (Reuters) – Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao urged efforts to “manage uncertainties” in trade relations with the United States in a meeting with U.S. ambassador to China David Perdue in Beijing on Thursday, the Chinese ministry said. Wang said the two countries should foster the “correct understanding” that they must coexist and…
Dutch government suspends intervention at Nexperia Move follows talks with Chinese government Dutch Economy Minister cites goodwill gesture Talks between Netherlands and China to continue Nexperia chip shortages hit auto supply chains, production AMSTERDAM, Nov 19 (Reuters) – The Dutch government said on Wednesday it was suspending its intervention at computer chipmaker Nexperia after what…
Moves comes amid concerns over AI spending Buffett previously regretted missing out on Google investment Alphabet shares have climbed 46% YTD Nov 17 (Reuters) – Alphabet’s (GOOGL.O), opens new tab shares rose 5.2% on Monday after Berkshire Hathaway (BRKa.N), opens new tab disclosed a stake in the tech giant, marking what could be one of…
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov 13 (Reuters) – Apple (AAPL.O), opens new tab on Thursday said it would lower commissions for “mini apps” on iPhones and other devices. Apple’s App Store charges commissions of up to 30% on digital purchases. Under the program announced Thursday, that rate will come down to 15% for developers of mini apps…
WASHINGTON, (Reuters) Nov 4 – Alphabet’s (GOOGL.O), opens new tab Google said on Tuesday it has reached a comprehensive U.S. court settlement with “Fortnite” video game maker Epic Games, agreeing to Android and app store reforms aimed at lowering fees, boosting competition and expanding choices for developers and consumers. In a joint filing, opens new…
Berkshire still a net seller of stocks, no buybacks Buffett prepares to give CEO title to Greg Abel Berkshire stock trails broader market Nov 1 (Reuters) – Berkshire Hathaway (BRKa.N), opens new tab signaled on Saturday that it remained cautious about markets, letting cash swell to a record $381.7 billion even as profit rose, in…
Apple’s fiscal first quarter revenue sales forecast above expecations Supply constraints and China delays impact fiscal fourth quarter Apple’s AI and trade tensions seen as lesser risks by investors WASHINGTON, Oct 30 (Reuters) – Apple (AAPL.O), opens new tab Chief Executive Tim Cook on Thursday gave forecasts for holiday quarter iPhone sales and overall revenue…