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中国区营收大跌,应材不及预期
半导体行业观察· 2025-05-16 01:31
Chan表示:"不过,我们认为,随着 2025 年下半年和 2026 年先进工艺节点支出的回升,该公司 可以克服这一不利因素。" 如果您希望可以时常见面,欢迎标星收藏哦~ 来源:内容综合自路透社等 ,谢谢 。 受出口限制不确定性的影响,芯片设备制造商应用材料公司最大业务部门的销售额低于预期,该公 司周四公布的第二季度营收未达华尔街预期。 这家总部位于加利福尼亚州圣克拉拉的公司股价在盘后交易中下跌了 5% 以上。 根据伦敦证券交易所汇编的数据,半导体系统部门的收入为 52.6 亿美元,低于分析师估计的 53.2 亿美元,而半导体系统部门是该公司总收入的最大贡献者。 应用材料公司指出,ICAPS 市场(涵盖物联网、通信、汽车、电力和传感器)的投资有所放缓, 但表示这已被先进芯片的巨额投资部分抵消。 Summit Insights Group 高级研究分析师 Kinngai Chan 表示:"显然,美国政府对中国某些半导 体设备的出口限制正在影响公司的业绩和前景。" 美国政府去年 12 月曾表示,将对向中国(应用材料公司最大的海外市场)出口生产先进节点芯片 所需的半导体制造设备实施新的管制。 该公司来自中国的收入占 ...
重磅技术,英伟达延迟采用
半导体行业观察· 2025-05-16 01:31
Core Viewpoint - Nvidia has postponed the commercialization of its next-generation low-power DRAM module, SOCAMM, shifting its focus from the initially targeted Blackwell series to the Rubin series, in response to challenges in ensuring stable production and performance amid the rapid advancements in AI accelerator technology [1][4][5]. Summary by Sections SOCAMM Development and Supply Chain - SOCAMM is designed to integrate four LPDDR low-power DRAMs to enhance power efficiency and is removable for easier upgrades and maintenance [1]. - Major memory partners, including Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron, have adjusted their SOCAMM supply plans following Nvidia's notification about the change in application timeline [1][4]. Changes in GB300 Design - The GB300, initially set to incorporate SOCAMM, has undergone a design change from the Cordelia motherboard to the Bianca design, which does not support SOCAMM and instead uses existing LPDDR memory [2][3]. - The Cordelia design was intended to support two Grace CPUs and four Blackwell GPUs, while the Bianca design only supports one Grace CPU and two Blackwell GPUs [3]. Reliability and Production Challenges - The switch to the Bianca design was influenced by reliability issues with the Cordelia design, which was prone to data loss, and similar reliability concerns with SOCAMM, including heat dissipation problems [3][4]. - Nvidia is facing supply chain difficulties, impacting its ability to manage production yields, prompting a reliance on existing technologies to mitigate these issues [3][5]. Market Impact and Future Prospects - The postponement of SOCAMM is seen as a strategy to avoid excessive technological advancement while ensuring product reliability and timely market entry [4]. - Micron's SOCAMM modules, which are now in mass production, are expected to provide significant performance and energy efficiency benefits for AI training and inference applications [6][8].
赵伟国,死缓!
半导体行业观察· 2025-05-15 01:07
END 如果您希望可以时常见面,欢迎标星收藏哦~ 来源:内容来自人民日报 。 2025年5月14日,吉林省吉林市中级人民法院一审公开宣判紫光集团原董事长赵伟国贪污、为亲友非法牟 利、背信损害上市公司利益案,对被告人赵伟国以贪污罪判处死刑,缓期二年执行,剥夺政治权利终身, 并处没收个人全部财产;以为亲友非法牟利罪判处有期徒刑五年,并处罚金人民币一千万元;以背信损害 上市公司利益罪判处有期徒刑三年,并处罚金人民币二百万元;决定执行死刑,缓期二年执行,剥夺政治 权利终身,并处没收个人全部财产。对追缴在案的赵伟国违法所得返还被害单位。 图源:人民日报 经审理查明:2018年至2021年,被告人赵伟国利用担任紫光集团董事长的职务便利,与特定关系人李禄 媛共谋,由李禄媛实际控制的公司低价购买原本应当由紫光集团购买的房产,获取房产溢价利益,非法占 有国有资产价值人民币4.7亿余元。2014年至2021年,赵伟国利用担任紫光集团董事长等职务便利,将本 单位的盈利业务交由李禄媛等特定关系人经营,或者以明显高于市场的价格向李禄媛经营管理的公司购买 代建管理服务,造成国家直接经济损失人民币8.9亿余元。2019年,赵伟国还指使其实 ...
在太空造芯片?更进一步!
半导体行业观察· 2025-05-15 01:07
该公司在一份新闻稿中宣布了其2260万英镑的A轮融资,这是英国太空科技公司A轮融资金额最高 的一次。该公司表示,这笔资金将加速其第二代卫星ForgeStar-2的研发,并促进其首颗制造卫星 ForgeStar-1的发射。 如果您希望可以时常见面,欢迎标星收藏哦~ 来源 :本文 编译自 tomshardware ,谢谢。 英国初创公司 Space Forge 已获得 3000 万美元的 A 轮融资,以支持其创建和发射制造卫星的努 力,该卫星可用于制造用于半导体和量子计算的独特材料。 Space Forge 的愿景是,通过利用太空的独特条件(包括微重力、真空和极端温差),该公司"正 在释放制造地球上无法生产的材料的能力"。 Space Forge 表示,这些进展"将在半导体、量子计算、清洁能源和国防技术领域具有广泛的应 用"。此外,该公司表示,这些任务"将展示一个可扩展、可重复使用的平台,用于在太空中制造高 性能材料,为安全、清洁能源和基础设施带来突破。" Space Forge 在其他地方表示,这些材料"有望在高价值领域带来显著的性能提升",同时还可能将 包括数据中心在内的基础设施的二氧化碳排放量减少高达 75 ...
从IP到集成方案,纳芯微通用信号链为何赢得头部客户信任?
半导体行业观察· 2025-05-15 01:07
Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the advancements and strategic focus of Naxin Micro in the semiconductor industry, particularly in the signal chain products for automotive and energy sectors, emphasizing their approach to system-level solutions rather than just component specifications [2][4][11]. Group 1: Product Innovations and Market Positioning - Naxin Micro showcased its new magnetic sensor series and real-time control MCU NSSine™ series at the Munich Shanghai Electronics Show, demonstrating its comprehensive semiconductor solutions across various sectors including automotive electronics and renewable energy [1]. - The company has made significant breakthroughs in technology innovation, market expansion, and industry chain collaboration, particularly in the automotive chip market, which is increasingly penetrating intelligent and safety domains [2][4]. - Naxin Micro's strategy focuses on specific customer needs and application scenarios, aiming to excel in targeted markets rather than attempting to cover all areas indiscriminately [4][5]. Group 2: Competitive Advantages and Customer Engagement - The company emphasizes the importance of understanding customer systems and addressing their specific pain points, which allows them to optimize chip design and enhance reliability in real-world applications [5][6]. - Naxin Micro is shifting from a parameter-driven market to an application-driven market, focusing on high-performance signal chain products that meet the stability and adaptability requirements of automotive and energy sectors [6][11]. - The company has developed a dedicated sales and technical support team to assist clients in utilizing their products effectively, addressing concerns about using domestic chips [9][10]. Group 3: Industry Trends and Future Directions - Amidst global semiconductor supply chain disruptions, Naxin Micro's signal chain products are gaining traction as domestic alternatives, with many clients incorporating them into their official BOMs [9]. - The company is committed to serving the main market segments of renewable energy, industrial applications, and automotive, where high stability and performance are critical [10][11]. - Naxin Micro's approach reflects a broader industry shift from merely providing components to offering comprehensive solutions that enhance system performance and reliability [11].
Arm再下一城,Inel股价大跌
半导体行业观察· 2025-05-15 01:07
Core Insights - Intel's market share in the processor segment has dropped to its lowest level since 2002, leading to a 4% decline in its stock price [1] - Arm's global shipment share increased from 10.8% to 13.6%, while AMD's share decreased from 22.1% to 21.1% [1] - The semiconductor industry has seen a rebound due to the US-China tariff truce and the growth of AI collaborations [1] Group 1: Market Dynamics - Intel's market share fell from 67.1% to 65.3%, indicating a gradual shift in the competitive landscape [1] - AMD's stock rose by approximately 6% following a $6 billion stock buyback plan despite a decline in market share [1] - The stock prices of AMD and Arm have increased by 19% and 13% respectively in May, while Intel's stock has seen a slight increase of 12% year-to-date [1] Group 2: Product Developments - AMD is developing an Arm-based SoC, codenamed "Sound Wave," for Microsoft's Surface laptops, moving away from traditional x86 designs [3] - Microsoft is advancing towards the Windows on Arm (WoA) platform, influenced by its collaboration with Qualcomm [3] - The potential introduction of Arm-based SoCs could enhance AMD's efficiency compared to existing x86 designs [4] Group 3: Arm's Ambitions - Arm aims to increase its share in the global data center CPU market from 15% to 50% by the end of 2025, focusing on AI servers [8] - Major cloud service providers like Google and Microsoft are beginning to adopt Arm's technology for their data center processors [9] - Arm is also developing its own CPUs for large cloud providers like Meta, which could significantly impact the server CPU market [10]
芯片,复苏了吗?
半导体行业观察· 2025-05-15 01:07
如果您希望可以时常见面,欢迎标星收藏哦~ 近年来,模拟芯片市场在全球半导体产业中展现出独特的韧性与活力。作为连接物理世界与 数字系统的核心器件,模拟芯片以"长生命周期、高毛利、弱周期性"的特性,在汽车电子、 工业控制、通信设备等领域占据不可替代的地位。 半导体属于周期性行业,每3-4年一个周期。模拟芯片从22年Q4到24年Q4总共历时8个季度的下行 周期。从科技巨头的财报指引看,当前模拟芯片周期低点已过,有望从25Q1开始进入上行周期, 尤其是随着工业、汽车市场需求持续向好,模拟芯片供应商基本面有望改善。 在此背景下,TI、ST、英飞凌、恩智浦、瑞萨、安森美等国际模拟芯片大厂近期密集发布的最新 季度财报,释放出复杂的市场信号。 综合来看,国际大厂财报揭示了行业两大核心态势:其一,结构性复苏与分化并存,汽车、工业、 AI 等高端领域需求稳健,但消费电子仍处低迷,企业盈利能力分化加剧;其二,供应链与地缘政 治风险升级,关税政策与国产替代倒逼国际厂商调整产能布局。 这些动态不仅勾勒出模拟芯片行业的当前格局,更预示着全球竞争将围绕技术壁垒、供应链韧性与 新兴市场展开新一轮博弈。 模拟大厂财报解读,释放出哪些信号? T ...
日月光收购了一个晶圆厂
半导体行业观察· 2025-05-15 01:07
Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the acquisition of Yuanlong Electronics by ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. (日月光投控) through its subsidiary, Taiwan Fulei Electronics, with a focus on the potential privatization and restructuring of Yuanlong to adapt to the upcoming AI era [1][2]. Group 1: Acquisition Details - ASE Technology plans to acquire Yuanlong Electronics at a price of NT$9 per share, with a maximum purchase of 15,100 shares, totaling NT$136 million, representing a premium of approximately 3.09% based on Yuanlong's closing price of NT$8.73 [1]. - The acquisition period is set from May 15 to June 24, aiming to restructure Yuanlong's operations and promote business transformation [1]. - Post-acquisition, ASE Technology's stake in Yuanlong is expected to reach 68.18%, with the acquisition potentially leading Yuanlong towards privatization [1][2]. Group 2: Financial Performance of Yuanlong - Yuanlong's Q1 financial report shows consolidated revenue of NT$268 million, a quarter-on-quarter increase of 14.2% and a year-on-year increase of 24.6% [1]. - Despite revenue growth, Yuanlong reported a net loss of NT$128 million for Q1, marking the highest quarterly loss in nearly four years, with a loss per share of NT$1.06 [1]. - As of the end of Q1, Yuanlong's net asset value per share was NT$-0.42, down from NT$0.62 at the end of the previous year, putting it at risk of delisting [1]. Group 3: Market Challenges - The 6-inch power semiconductor wafer foundry market is facing pricing pressures, leading to high operational costs for Yuanlong and resulting in nine consecutive quarters of losses [2]. - The competitive landscape has intensified due to price wars from Chinese manufacturers in the MOSFET market, pushing power semiconductor manufacturers towards high-voltage technologies and third-generation semiconductor research [2]. - The integration of Yuanlong into ASE Technology is expected to leverage group resources for operational restructuring, potentially transitioning to third-generation semiconductor processes [2]. Group 4: OSAT Market Overview - According to TrendForce, the top 10 OSAT companies are projected to see a 3% year-on-year revenue growth in 2024, reaching $41.56 billion [3]. - ASE Technology leads the market with revenues of $18.54 billion, capturing nearly 45% of the market share [3]. - Other notable companies include Amkor with $6.32 billion, Changjiang Electronics with $5 billion, and Tongfu Microelectronics with $3.32 billion [3][4]. Group 5: Industry Trends - The OSAT sector is experiencing increasing technical demands, shifting from traditional manufacturing to advanced integration and packaging solutions driven by AI and edge computing [5]. - The industry is adapting to high-frequency and high-density packaging requirements, indicating a significant transformation in operational strategies [5].
腾讯囤了很多GPU,直言中国有替代芯片
半导体行业观察· 2025-05-15 01:07
这一增长主要得益于游戏和广告业务的强劲表现,这两个领域都受益于人工智能的增强。 腾讯总裁刘炽平在财报电话会议上表示:"好消息是我们之前收购的大量芯片库存,这对于执行我 们的人工智能战略非常有用。" 如果您希望可以时常见面,欢迎标星收藏哦~ 来源:本文综合自路透社等 ,谢谢。 腾讯控股总裁周三表示,在公布第一季度业绩超出预期后,人工智能芯片的库存应该可以保护其免 受美国限制的影响。 全 球 最 大 的 视 频 游 戏 公 司 和 微 信 运 营 商 腾 讯 公 布 , 截 至 3 月 的 季 度 收 入 为 1800 亿 元 人 民 币 (249.7 亿美元),增长 13%,超过伦敦证券交易所分析师预期的 1746 亿元人民币。 英伟达周二宣布与沙特阿拉伯达成协议,发展沙特阿拉伯的人工智能能力,这是其全球战略不断扩 大的标志。 他没有直接谈及美国禁止向中国公司销售 Nvidia 先进 H20 芯片的规定对腾讯支出计划的影响。 不过,该公司指出,中国有替代芯片,其软件创新应该可以优化芯片效率。 此次合作超越了人工智能芯片领导者与西方的传统合作,并可能成为美国未来与与华盛顿和中国保 持密切关系的国家的出口政策的试金 ...
SiC大厂,裁掉33%高管,考虑破产
半导体行业观察· 2025-05-15 01:07
如果您希望可以时常见面,欢迎标星收藏哦~ 来源:本文 编译自 eenews ,谢谢。 在特朗普政府削减美国《芯片法案》和汽车关税后,Wolfspeed 的新任首席执行官正面临这家碳化 硅公司的现金危机。 该公司生产用于电动汽车的 SIC 电源芯片,受到汽车行业低迷和关税前景的打击,正在寻求债权 人的破产保护,并转向供应人工智能数据中心电源以实现增长。 两周前上任首席执行官的罗伯特·费尔勒(Robert Feurle)表示:"作为与贷款方谈判的一部分,我 们可能会选择庭内或庭外的方式。"据报道,资产管理公司阿波罗全球管理公司(Apollo Global Management)已任命投资银行Moelis管理其持有的15亿美元债务。 "我们仍在积极与贷款机构合作,共同解决资本结构问题,并将继续与特朗普政府在CHIPS项目办 公室就联邦资金问题保持建设性对话,"费尔勒表示。"为了改善财务业绩,我们已聘请外部专家, 继续探索除现有措施之外的其他成本节约措施。" 去年12月,格雷格·洛(Gregg Lowe)被解雇,费尔勒于5月1日接任首席执行官一职。该公司拥有 13亿美元的现金储备,但负债65亿美元,每年的烧钱率高达8 ...