Semiconductor industry most concerned by tariffs, trade policy: KPMG

Group 1 - The U.S. government is using both incentives and tariffs to strengthen domestic semiconductor manufacturing [3][7] - The CHIPS and Science Act has led to significant investments in semiconductor manufacturing, with Texas Instruments planning to invest over $60 billion and Amkor Technology committing $7 billion [4][5] - A KPMG survey indicates that over half of semiconductor executives believe building advanced fabrication facilities domestically is necessary, although many are concerned that government funding may limit innovation [6] Group 2 - Tariffs and trade policy have become the top concern for semiconductor manufacturing leaders, surpassing issues related to talent and labor [8] - Approximately 54% of executives are focused on diversifying their supply chains geographically, while 45% prioritize making supply chains more adaptable to geopolitical risks [8] - Despite supply chain challenges, 93% of leaders expect revenue growth in 2026, driven by increased demand for AI and data centers [8]