TSMC(US:TSM) Zhong Guo Neng Yuan Wang·2026-01-19 02:15Group 1: TSMC Performance and Projections - TSMC reported a net profit of NT$505.7 billion for Q4 2025, a year-on-year increase of 35.0%, exceeding market expectations of NT$467.0 billion [3] - The company anticipates a nearly 30% growth in sales (in USD) for 2026, driven by strong customer demand [3] - TSMC plans to increase its capital expenditure for 2026 to between $52 billion and $56 billion, indicating a significant rise in spending over the next three years [3] Group 2: Semiconductor Industry Trends - The semiconductor sector has seen substantial growth, with the Shenwan Electronics Secondary Index showing year-to-date increases of 16.51% for semiconductors and 13.30% for other electronics [1] - The 8-inch wafer foundry prices are expected to rise due to steady growth in AI-related Power IC demand and increased orders for 2026 [4] - The utilization rate of 8-inch wafer foundries is projected to improve, supported by rising demand for AI applications, which will drive both volume and price increases in the semiconductor supply chain [4] Group 3: Stock Performance of Key Companies - Notable stock performance this week includes TSMC up by 5.80%, while Qualcomm saw a decline of 10.33% [2] - Other companies like Micron Technology and Intel also experienced gains of 5.12% and 3.10% respectively, while major players like Apple and Tesla faced declines [2]