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TSMC April Sales Surge 48% as Firms Rush to Beat U.S. Tariffs

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May 9, 2025
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Taiwan Exports Surge 23.5% in June: AI Demand Fuels Massive Growth

"Jan 12, 2020 San Jose / CA / USA - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) headquarters in Silicon Valley; TSMC is the world's largest dedicated independent (pure-play) semiconductor foundry" by f097653195037 is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0

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  • Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) reported a 48% year-over-year revenue increase in April, reaching NT$349.6 billion ($11.6 billion), surpassing analysts’ expectations of a 38% rise for Q2.
  • The surge was driven by electronics firms stockpiling components ahead of global tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.
  • Demand for high-end Nvidia chips, critical for artificial intelligence development, remains strong, highlighting TSMC’s central role in the global tech supply chain.
  • The recent appreciation of the Taiwan dollar could pressure TSMC’s margins, with a 1% currency gain eroding operating margins by 0.4 percentage points.
  • The Trump administration’s rollback of some Biden-era AI chip curbs offers short-term relief for TSMC, though new export controls are expected soon.

What Happened?

TSMC, the world’s largest contract chipmaker and a key supplier for Apple and Nvidia, reported a sharp 48% revenue increase in April. The growth was fueled by a rush of orders from electronics firms seeking to secure components before global tariffs took effect.

Despite the challenges posed by the U.S.-China trade war, TSMC has demonstrated resilience, with strong demand for Nvidia’s high-end AI chips driving sales. These chips are critical for applications in artificial intelligence, data centers, and advanced computing.

However, the recent appreciation of the Taiwan dollar poses a risk to TSMC’s profitability, as most of its transactions are conducted in U.S. dollars. Additionally, while the Trump administration’s rollback of some AI chip curbs provides short-term relief, the company faces uncertainty from potential new export controls.


Why It Matters?

TSMC’s performance serves as a barometer for global tech spending, reflecting the broader impact of trade policies on the semiconductor industry. The surge in April sales underscores the urgency among electronics firms to secure components amid tariff uncertainty, highlighting the ripple effects of the U.S.-China trade war.

The strong demand for Nvidia’s AI chips also underscores the growing importance of artificial intelligence in driving semiconductor sales, positioning TSMC as a critical player in the global tech ecosystem.

However, the appreciation of the Taiwan dollar and the looming threat of tighter export controls could weigh on TSMC’s margins and long-term outlook, adding to the challenges posed by geopolitical tensions.


What’s Next?

Key areas to watch include:

  1. Currency Impact: The effect of the Taiwan dollar’s appreciation on TSMC’s margins and profitability.
  2. Export Controls: The Trump administration’s new semiconductor trade rules and their implications for TSMC.
  3. AI Demand: Continued demand for Nvidia’s AI chips and its role in sustaining TSMC’s growth.
  4. Global Tech Spending: How the broader tech industry navigates the challenges of tariffs and trade restrictions.

TSMC’s ability to adapt to these challenges will be critical in maintaining its leadership in the semiconductor industry.

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