UMC Approves 3.2 Billion for Capacity Expansion

United Microelectronics Corp approved 3.2 billion dollars for capacity expansion and expects average selling prices to rise in 2027. The chipmaker also reported higher third-quarter revenue and net income.

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A member of the media takes video of United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) logo at the company’s lobby at Hsinchu Science Park in Hsinchu, Taiwan, September 16, 2022. REUTERS/Ann Wang

UNITED MICROELECTRONICS CORP approved $3.2B for capacity expansion on Wednesday, bolstering its manufacturing footprint in Taiwan. The capital expenditure plan positions the chipmaker to capture rising demand for specialized silicon technologies. Investors are closely monitoring how the foundry balances mature node investments against surging artificial intelligence requirements.