* TSMC wins trade secrets lawsuit in US against SMIC Nov 5, 2009
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC, xnq), the worlds largest custom-chip maker, won a jury verdict that Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp (SMIC, ) had improperly used its trade secrets and breached a US$175 million settlement ... Semiconductor Manufacturing isnt a big player, she said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Jury finds for TSMC over SMIC in trade secrets case Nov 4, 2009
SAN FRANCISCO Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) has won a jury verdict over China's Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. (SMIC) in a long-running trade secrets dispute between the two foundries, according to an attorney involved in the case. The California Superior Court jury ruled on Tuesday (Nov. (EETimes)
Report says Arizona suffers high-tech hit in the recession Oct 20, 2009
The high-tech sector with the largest presence in Arizona is semiconductor manufacturing. The state ranked fourth with $4 billion in semiconductor exports last year. (AZCentral -- News)
Is IBM handing over key IC technology to China? Oct 20, 2009
In 2007, Chinese foundry provider Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. (SMIC) licensed IBM's 45-nm bulk CMOS technology. Meanwhile, under the terms with CSMC, IBM will transfer a variety of 0. (EETimes)
Did man on inside leak AMD deal? Oct 20, 2009
Although IBM does a significant amount of its computer chip technology research and development at the University at Albany's College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering, it's not believed Moffat had anything to do with the research there, which also includes other semiconductor manufacturing companies. 1. (Albany Times Union)
* KMT will back expanded cross-strait relations: Ma Oct 19, 2009
Ma highlighted the improved economic prospects created by closer economic ties with China, pointing to an announcement on Saturday by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co chairman Morris Chang (i) that his firm would give each employee a special bonus next month equivalent to half-a-months pay. Chang also praised Ma for making an important contribution to normalizing cross-strait ties, which he said could create more opportunities for local businesses. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* TSMC to give employees half-month bonus Oct 18, 2009
With business prospects looking up, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC, xnq) said yesterday it would give employees a half-month bonus to thank them for their hard work ... As for the new entrant Global Foundries, a joint venture between chipmaker Advanced Micro Devices Inc and Abu Dhabis Advanced Technology Investment Co, Chang said TSMC was closely monitoring Global Foundries attempt to acquire Singapores Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Ltd (SHe said he has confidence... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* Sustainable recovery for electronics still a year away Oct 16, 2009
Almost all sectors of the electronic equipment market have now hit bottom and await signs of first growth in comparison with the same quarter last year, Klaus Rinnen, managing vice president at Gartners semiconductor manufacturing group, said in the statement. The first signs of growth were led by seasonal buying patterns in the PC market during the third quarter, although other major sectors will not begin to show first growth until next year, Rinnen said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
True Cost of A Solar PV Oct 15, 2009
Semiconductor Manufacturing Conf. IEEE/SEMI issue 11-12, 143-148, 2005. (Energy Pulse, CO)
Investigating Nanopillars: Silicon Brittle? Not This Kind! Oct 14, 2009
This new well-behaved property of plastic deformation in silicon opens new opportunities for the watch industry and in semiconductor manufacturing in terms of the design of mechanical micro and nanosystems. Adapted from materials provided by , via. (Science Daily)
Semiconductor Industry Remains Unsettled Oct 7, 2009
"The only way to be a leader and outperform the market is to stay at the cutting edge of semiconductor process development. Only companies with sufficient size can support these costs," said Len Jelinek, director and chief analyst for semiconductor manufacturing at iSuppli in a statement. There has been some consolidation already. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Specialty foundries seek new growth strategies Oct 7, 2009
Specialty foundry vendors also see a new competitive threat on the horizon: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (TSMC) ... The latest victim in the specialty foundry shakeout: China's Shanghai Hua Hong NEC Electronics Co. Ltd. (HHNEC) is reportedly set to buy struggling Grace Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp. (GSMC), according to reports. (EETimes)
ISuppli: Grace, Hua Hong NEC to merge Oct 6, 2009
The shakeout includes the ''pending merger'' between Shanghai Hua Hong NEC Electronics Co. Ltd. (HHNEC) and Grace Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp. (GSMC), according to iSuppli Corp. ... Looking ahead, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. (SMIC) very well may acquire Cension Semiconductor Manufacturing International and Wuhan Xinxin Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp., two companies it is managing,'' according to iSuppli. (EETimes)
Region also bested Russia, Brazil for fab Oct 6, 2009
Obama gave his speech at HVCC in part because the school has a semiconductor manufacturing training program that is expecting to train future clean room workers for GlobalFoundries ... 9 billion deal to acquire computer chip manufacturer Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing of Singapore. (Albany Times Union)
Foundry shakeout seen despite upturn Oct 6, 2009
(10/05/2009 2:17 PM EDT). -- The IC downturn is likely to reduce the ranks of the top-tier, pure-play foundry suppliers down to just three major players in the future, according to iSuppli Corp.. (EETimes)
* Chipmakers may post 21 percent rise Oct 5, 2009
Revenues of global contract chipmakers including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC, xnq) could be 21 percent higher next year because consumers could start shopping for new electronic devices again after the global economy recovers from the slump, market researcher iSuppli Corp said yesterday ... Last month, GlobalFoundries major stakeholder, Advanced Technology Investment Co LCC of Abu Dhabi, signed an agreement with Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing to acquire the... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Analysis: Gear vendors not crying over TI fab deal Oct 3, 2009
SAN FRANCISCO At first glance, Texas Instruments Inc.'s announcement this week that it will stocked almost exclusively with used semiconductor manufacturing equipment might seem like a tough pill to swallow for capital equipment suppliers, many of whom are struggling to keep their heads above water as chip makers continue to be conservative with spending while the industry emerges from a sharp and painful downturn. But, say equipment executives and analysts who follow the space, the TI fab deal... (EETimes)
What is the cost of fabs and R&D at 22-nm? Oct 3, 2009
The IDM model is on a slow, dying path," Grose said. Intel, Samsung, TSMC, and, to a lesser degree, Toshiba, can keep up. Besides TSMC, GlobalFoundries and UMC want to be contenders in the high stakes leading-edge foundry game. The stakes are indeed huge. The Rs for process technology are expected to climb from $310-to-$400 million for the 90- to 65-nm nodes, to $600-to-$900 million for the 45- to 32-nm nodes, to $1.3 billion for the 22- to 12-nm nodes, he said. A fab is expected to run from... (EETimes)
ARM in talks with GlobalFoundries, say reports Oct 1, 2009
But the company has wafer fab under construction in New York state and plans to take over Singapore's Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing. It should come as no surprise that ARM is talking with GlobalFoundries as the company already has deals in place with foundry market leader Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (Hsinchu, Taiwan) to ease access to its cores for fabless chip companies. (EETimes)
Know Your Customers Oct 1, 2009
Just as there are barriers to entry for businesses (for example, it's difficult to embark on a new semiconductor manufacturing business because of all the specialized staff, equipment, and facilities required), there are also barriers to switching for customers. These barriers can be physical for example, moving from videocassettes to DVDs took a long time because it involved replacing a pricey machine as well as personal libraries of movies or they can be emotional. (The Clarion-Ledger)
* ARM in talks with Globalfoundries on chip production plan Sep 30, 2009
Earlier this month, Abu Dhabi investment firm Advanced Technology Investment Company (ATIC) said it planned to buy Singapores Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Ltd for S$2 ... 8 billion) and would merge Chartered Semiconductor with Globalfoundries to create a rival to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (xnq) and United Microelectronics Corp (pq), both are from Taiwan. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Judge approves TI's purchase of Qimonda assets Sep 30, 2009
SAN FRANCISCO A U.S. bankruptcy judge has approved the purchase by Texas Instruments Inc. of semiconductor manufacturing equipment from Qimonda AG's fab in Sandston, Va. According to court documents, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Mary F. Walrath last week approved the deal, worth $172. (EETimes)
Analysis: What's behind Taiwan's decision to ease investment rules? Sep 30, 2009
LONDON Comments reported by local media from Taiwan's economic minister Shih Yen-shiang on the easing investment restrictions with regard to mainland China were enough to send the share prices of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. and United Microelectronics Corp. shooting upwards, but the devil could yet be in the detail ... The lower costs can help TSMC and UMC respond to competition from the likes of Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. (Shanghai, China) and Chartered... (EETimes)
Updated: GlobalFoundries remains bullish but roadmap slips Sep 25, 2009
Some companies will dispute those claims, namely Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (TSMC) and United Microelectronics Corp. (UMC) ... Then, as reported, ATIC recently agreed to acquire Singapore-based Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd., for a total of $3. (EETimes)
Obama: Innovation will shape the future Sep 25, 2009
TEC-SMART is located in Malta, Saratoga County, next to the proposed GlobalFoundries semiconductor manufacturing plant. Obama tied this in to his recipe for a successful nation that can once again become a global leader in innovation and education. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
TDK Develops Next-gen Silicon Wafer Conveyor Sep 23, 2009
Conveyors are the part of semiconductor manufacturing systems that carry wafers to and from the chipmaking apparatus. TDK analyzed the airflow patterns and placed slits near the bottom surface of the conveyor where the flow is stagnant to ensure that the air exits the system smoothly. (JCN Network, Japan)
* Semiconductor industry faces risks despite signs of economic recovery Sep 21, 2009
This undated photo provided by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co last Sunday shows a technician wearing a head-to-toe bunny suit as he works in a cleanroom at the companys semiconductor manufacturing plant ... Abu Dhabi investment firm Advanced Technology Investment Company (ATIC) has offered to buy Singapores Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Ltd (S ... Although this is still dwarfed by the 49 percent held by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC, xnq), it does reflect... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Obama nods to Tech Valley Sep 20, 2009
GlobalFoundries is building its newest semiconductor manufacturing plant, a $4. 2 billion-plus investment, at Luther Forest Technology Campus in Malta. (Albany Times Union)
Forecaster predicts robust growth in foundry sales Sep 19, 2009
Monthly sales at the two leading foundries Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) and United Microelectronics Corp. (UMC) have already returned to where they were prior to the financial crisis that emerged last year, he noted ... Capital spending outlays by the "big four" foundries TSMC, UMC, Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing and Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. are projected to be $3. (EETimes)
Creating epicenter of education Sep 19, 2009
The $13 million, 43,000-square-foot facility will be used by the school to provide semiconductor manufacturing training to future GlobalFoundries workers. Olya Prevo is exactly the type of student the President would like community colleges to produce. (Albany Times Union)
HVCC's role in spotlight Sep 18, 2009
About a dozen guests spilled out of the tour bus to look at TEC-SMART, a $13 million, 43,000-square-foot school that will be used by the Troy-based community college to provide semiconductor manufacturing training to future GlobalFoundries workers. Obama will deliver a speech on education and the economy at HVCC's Troy campus Monday. (Albany Times Union)
High-tech win lures President Sep 18, 2009
TEC-SMART is a renewable energy and semiconductor manufacturing training center that's expected to groom hundreds of workers for GlobalFoundries and other clean tech jobs. The 43,000-square-foot facility is scheduled to open in January. (Albany Times Union)
Six weeks in the making Sep 18, 2009
TEC-SMART is a renewable energy and semiconductor manufacturing training center expected to groom hundreds of workers for GlobalFoundries. "When you talk to the GlobalFoundries team, theyre worried about filling the 800 technician jobs (inside the factory)," Tucker said. (Albany Times Union)
How To Spell B-Y-U With DNA Sep 17, 2009
20, 2009) Scientists have developed a new technique to orient and position self-assembled DNA shapes and patterns -- or "DNA origami" -- on surfaces that are compatible with today's semiconductor manufacturing. (Aug. (Science Daily)
Temasek's Mapletree Plans to List $2.8 Billion Property Trust in Singapore Sep 12, 2009
On Sept. 8 it agreed to sell Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Ltd., the worlds third-biggest maker of customized semiconductors, to Abu Dhabi for S$2. 5 billion. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
GlobalFoundries to give UMC a run for its money Sep 10, 2009
As reported, Abu Dhabi's Advanced Technology Investment Co. said it has agreed to acquire Singapore-based Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd., for a total of $3 ... Pooling resources from Chartered and GlobalFoundries will enable the new company to better compete in the tough wafer supply industry with market leader Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. ... Advanced Technology Investment Company LLC (ATIC) and Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing (Chartered) have entered into a... (EETimes)
* UMC expects to return to profit territory soon Sep 10, 2009
UMC, however, could be more exposed to market share losses and pricing cuts X resulting from the integration of contract chipmaker Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Inc and Globalfoundries X than bigger rival Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC, xnq) over the next two to three years, Lu said in the report. Commenting on industry competition, Abrams said the alliance between TSMC and IBM to consolidate foundry resources would not pose an imminent threat to UMC.. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Stocks Rise for Third Day on Mergers, G-20 Pledges on Economy; Yen Weakens Sep 8, 2009
Companies from London-based Cadbury, the worlds largest confectioner, to Singapores state-controlled Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Ltd. were targeted for takeovers as the world recovers from its first recession since World War II.. The G-20 will err on the side of caution, said , chief investment officer of equities at RCM UK Ltd. in London. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Chartered deal would earn GlobalFoundries global status Sep 8, 2009
However, the announcement of of Singapore's Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. by Abu Dhabi's Advanced Technology Investment Co. for $3 ... Chartered was never a star of the foundry scene more a well-backed and consistently supported also ran and so this does not catapult GlobalFoundries into direct competition with TSMC. But this does push the company up the lists into the second tier alongside United Microelectronics Corp. and Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. It also... (EETimes)
Abu Dhabi deal challenges chip makers Sep 8, 2009
Singapore - ABU DHABI has agreed to buy Singapore's state-controlled Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing for S$2 ... 1 percent of the market in the first quarter, trailed Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, which had 49 percent market share, according to iSuppli's June report. (Business Report, South Africa)
Abu Dhabi to buy Singapore chipmaker for US$1.8 billion Sep 7, 2009
SINGAPORE: Abu Dhabi's government-owned Advanced Technology Investment Co. said Monday it agreed to buy Singapore's Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Ltd. for 2. 5 billion Singapore dollars (US$1. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Stocks Rise on Forecast for Reactors, Speculation Property Prices to Climb Sep 7, 2009
The Nikkei earlier reported Toshiba may give orders to Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Ltd. of Singapore or Globalfoundries Inc. of the U.S.. Properties for Sale. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Making strides Aug 30, 2009
The school will also train students in semiconductor manufacturing, skills that could land them jobs inside the GlobalFoundries factory, known as Fab 2. Because the factory won't be completed for several years, the Sunnyvale, Calif. (Albany Times Union)
Fujitsu Microelectronics and TSMC to Collaborate on 28nm Process Technology Aug 27, 2009
" "Fujitsu Microelectronics selected TSMC as a partner based in part on TSMC's unsurpassed record of developing and ramping advanced technologies (Canada Newswire)
Silicon circuit board seeks to replace ASICs Aug 25, 2009
"You can call it a poor-man's ASIC since it's basically an alternative way of doing system-in-package, but using a higher-performance silicon substrate for interconnection and redistribution," said Jim Walker, vice president of research in semiconductor manufacturing at Gartner Inc. "Using flip chips on a silicon substrate for system-in-package will be more expensive that using lead frames and wire bonding, but for high-performance computing applications this will be very good approach since... (EETimes)
TSMC Achieves 28nm SRAM Yield Breakthrough Aug 24, 2009
It is particularly noteworthy because this achievement demonstrates the manufacturing benefits of the gate-last approach that we developed for the two TSMC 28nm high-k metal gate processes," explained Dr. Jack Sun, vice president, Research and Development at TSMC. "This accomplishment underscores TSMC's process technology capability and value in 28nm (Canada Newswire)
TSMC Adds High-K Metal Gate Low Power Process to 28nm Road Map Aug 24, 2009
HSINCHU, Taiwan, R.O.C., Aug. 24 /CNW/ -- Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. (TWSE: 2330, NYSE: TSM) today announced that it is adding a low power process to its 28nm high-k metal gate (HKMG) road map. The new process is expected t" /> | | | | August 24, 2009 Quick Search by Organization HOT TOPICS NEWS & INFORMATION: FREE SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES: TOOLS FOR: RESOURCES: > > > TSMC Adds High-K Metal Gate Low Power Process to 28nm Road Map Risk production expected in Q3 2010 HSINCHU,... (Canada Newswire)
Vietnam sees delays in IC manufacturing push Aug 22, 2009
-- Not long ago, Vietnam was being hailed as the next hub for semiconductor manufacturing, especially in IC-packaging and assembly ... Despite the setbacks, Vietnam is down but not out of the semiconductor manufacturing game. (EETimes)
DNA Scaffolding To Build Tiny Circuit Boards Aug 20, 2009
20, 2009) Scientists at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and IBM's Almaden Research Center have developed a new technique to orient and position self-assembled DNA shapes and patterns or "DNA origami" on surfaces that are compatible with today's semiconductor manufacturing equipment. These precisely positioned DNA nanostructures, each no more than one one-thousandth the width of a human hair, can serve as scaffolds or miniature circuit boards for the precise assembly of... (Science Daily)
IBM Scientists Use DNA Scaffolding To Build Tiny Circuit Boards Aug 17, 2009
IBM Researchers and collaborator Paul W.K. Rothemund, of the California Institute of Technology, have made an advancement in combining lithographic patterning with self assembly - a method to arrange DNA origami structures on surfaces compatible with today's semiconductor manufacturing equipment. Today, the semiconductor industry is faced with the challenges of developing lithographic technology for feature sizes smaller than 22 nm and exploring new classes of transistors that employ carbon... (PR Newswire)
Silicon Valley employment lags, but salaries rise Aug 14, 2009
Jobs declined in fields such as data processing, semiconductor manufacturing and computer system design. Silicon Valley continues to lead the nation in registered patents. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
* Chipmaker Spansion suspends its MOU with ASE Aug 14, 2009
For example, to help downsize its wireless memory chip business, Spansion is collaborating with Chinas largest chipmaker, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp (SMIC, ), in making flash memory chips for wireless devices on 65-nanometer technology, he said. Spansion would maintain its partnership with contract chipmakers, including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (xnq) and SMIC, Nation said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Ruiz: The Next American Economy Aug 13, 2009
In July, GLOBALFOUNDRIES broke ground on construction of a state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing facility. The nation s only advanced nanotechnology center, the GLOBALFOUNDRIES facility will create thousands of direct and indirect jobs here in America over the long term. (Roll Call)
* Chi Mei posts strongest revenues in nine months Aug 11, 2009
RECOVERING DEMAND: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co also reported net sales of NT$31 ... Meanwhile, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC, xnq) reported consolidated net sales of approximately NT$31. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
China to stick with stimulus Aug 10, 2009
Government spending and the credit boom have countered a collapse in trade and aided global businesses from Semiconductor Manufacturing International to General Motors. The reason that we are sticking to the proactive fiscal policy and moderately loose monetary policy is because we are facing many difficulties and challenges, Wen said. (India Times)
'Topping out' as HVCC branches out Aug 7, 2009
5 million TEC-SMART facility that will hold 12 classrooms and labs for renewable energy and semiconductor manufacturing education in Malta. The ceremony, which dates back to 8th century Scandanavia, includes putting a small pine tree on the last section of steel to be placed on the structure. (Albany Times Union)
* TSMC mulls acquisition in attempt to boost sales Aug 5, 2009
X Morris Chang, CEO of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TMC, xnq), the worlds largest contract manufacturer of chips, said it was in talks to make its first acquisition since 2007 as it seeks to reverse slowing growth. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
New York Rolls Dice on Semiconductors Aug 5, 2009
2 billion semiconductor manufacturing plant has just broken ground. "I think it's 00004000 going to have a huge benefit in terms of returning to the region the status that was here long ago in manufacturing," said Doug Grose, the CEO of Global Foundries, which is a collaboration between the chip maker Advanced Micro Devices and an Abu Dhabi investment group. (CBS News)
Roubini Says Commodity Prices May Rise in 2010 as Global Recession Abates Aug 4, 2009
Manufacturing in China climbed for a fifth month in July as stimulus spending and subsidies for consumer purchases countered a collapse in exports, and helped companies from chipmaker Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. to automaker General Motors Corp. as well as mining companies such as BHP Billiton Ltd. and Rio Tinto Group. Chinas official Index rose to a seasonally adjusted 53. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
China's Manufacturing Grows as Lending, Stimulus Counter Slump in Exports Aug 3, 2009
Chinas credit boom has countered a collapse in trade and aided companies from Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. to General Motors Co. The worlds third-biggest economy expanded 7. 9 percent in the second quarter. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Arizona manufacturing at a crossroads Aug 2, 2009
In some areas, it ranked higher: fourth for semiconductor manufacturing and sixth for defense-electronics manufacturing ... Broome believes the renewable-energy industry is the only one that could become as large as aerospace and semiconductor manufacturing, and that Arizona should have an edge because of its abundant sunshine, proximity to the huge California market and the hundreds of engineers already working here. (AZCentral -- Business)
China's Manufacturing Expands for Fifth Month on Stimulus, Record Lending Aug 1, 2009
Chinas stimulus spending and subsidies for consumer purchases have countered a collapse in exports and helped companies from chipmaker Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. to automaker General Motors Co. The nations policy makers will take their cue from the U.S. on when to end economic rescue efforts, central bank Governor said July 28 in Washington. The recovery is very strong, said , an economist with UBS AG in Beijing. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Fumes in the air Aug 1, 2009
Later in the week, it was buoyed by a strong profit report from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company. In the third Greater China exchange, the benchmark Hang Seng Index gained about 2. (Asia Times Online)
* ASE ends losses, expects recovery to be maintained Aug 1, 2009
Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Inc (ASE, b), the worlds top chip packager, yesterday said recovering demand has helped it end two straight quarterly losses ... ASEs prospects matched the broader view that the semiconductor industry was recovering from the downturn, Abrams said, joining customer Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Cos (TSMC, xnq) surprisingly good guidance. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
TSMC Reports Second Quarter EPS of NT$0.94 Jul 30, 2009
TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Condensed Balance Sheets (Expressed in Millions of New Taiwan Dollars ("NTD") and U.S. Dollars ("USD"))(1) June 30, 2009 March 31, 2009 (audited) (unaudited) ASSETS USD NTD % NTD % Current Assets Cash and Cash Equivalents $7,298 $239,517 40 ... TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Condensed Balance Sheets (Expressed in Millions of New Taiwan Dollars ("NTD") and U.S.... (PR Newswire)
