TSMC Achieves Record-Breaking Profit with 61% Surge Driven by Soaring AI Chip Demand

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world’s leading contract chipmaker, reported a staggering 61% rise in second-quarter profits, fueled by surging demand for AI chips. The company’s net revenue soared to NT$933.80 billion ($31.7 billion), beating analyst expectations as high-performance computing orders, particularly in AI and 5G applications, contributed to the record-breaking quarter. TSMC, which produces advanced processors for major clients like Nvidia and Apple, anticipates continued double-digit revenue growth for 2025. While the AI boom appears robust, TSMC faces potential challenges from escalating US-Taiwan trade tensions and export controls tied to China, even as global chip demand remains strong.

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