External broker reports(aggregated public sources), CMB International

CMB International

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Incorporated in Hong Kong, supported by the mainland and targeting in global market, CMB International Capital Corporation Limited (“CMBI”) is an integrated financial institution providing comprehensive and professional services. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Merchants Bank ("CMB"), by leveraging on the Group’s synergy and coordination in domestic and overseas markets, as well as CMB’s strong resources and outstanding social reputation, CMBI and its subsidiaries have been actively implementing diversified business strategies and set up an overall layout of main business segments including Corporate Finance, Asset Management, Wealth Management, Global Markets and Structured Finance, etc. Adhering to the philosophy of “being clients oriented and increasing our own values by the way of creating value for clients”, CMBI endeavors to provide quality and integrated financial services to institutional, corporate and individual customers both domestic and overseas including Hong Kong IPO sponsorship and underwriting, share placement and rights issue for listed companies, financial advisors, bonds issuance services, asset management, direct investment, wealth management, equity sales and trading, etc.

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<ul><li>After two years of significant investments in AI infrastructure, investors are counting 2025 to be a transformational year for AI.</li><li>As market leaders will continue to deploy a large amount of capital in AI infrastructure buildout to widen their competitive moats, new themes in the downstream are rising, including AI agents, humanoid robots, robotaxi, etc.</li><li>We remain bullish on AI demand. We continue to rank AI theme as our top pick for 2025. Market leaders will continue to enjoy the AI tailwind beyond 2025.</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

After two years of significant investments in AI infrastructure, investors are counting 2025 to be a transformational year for AI.As market leaders will continue to deploy a large amount of capital in AI infrastructure buildout to widen their competitive moats, new themes in the downstream are rising, including AI agents, humanoid robots, robotaxi, etc.We remain bullish on AI demand. We continue to rank AI theme as our top pick for 2025. Market leaders will continue to enjoy the AI tailwind beyond 2025.Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Semiconductors -Stargate Poised to Accelerate Global AI Arms Race

Podcast On the Business of Semiconductors, The Circuit

The Circuit

Podcast On the Business of Semiconductors

A Podcast On the Business of Semiconductors. With Jay Goldberg and Ben Bajarin

<ul><li>Jordan Schneider joins Ben Beharon and Jay Goldberg on the podcast Moments to discuss China restrictions drama and semiconductor manufacturing equipment controls</li><li>They discuss the impact of the new rules on companies like Nvidia and the potential unintended consequences, such as increased regulation for startups and new challenges for cybersecurity</li><li>Schneider also highlights the importance of the US government's export control regime in shaping the future of AI innovation and competition between the US and China</li></ul>This content is sourced through publicly available sources and has been machine generated. Information displayed is for general informational purposes only.

Jordan Schneider joins Ben Beharon and Jay Goldberg on the podcast Moments to discuss China restrictions drama and semiconductor manufacturing equipment controlsThey discuss the impact of the new rules on companies like Nvidia and the potential unintended consequences, such as increased regulation for startups and new challenges for cybersecuritySchneider also highlights the importance of the US government's export control regime in shaping the future of AI innovation and competition between the US and ChinaThis content is sourced through publicly available sources and has been machine generated. Information displayed is for general informational purposes only.

Episode 101 Part 1: Discussion with Jordan Schneider (China Talk) on New Semi Regulations

Taiwan Tech Focused Senior Analyst

Patrick Liao

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TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing) / Equity Bottom-Up

TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing)

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<li>There is a great opportunity for someone joining an advanced semiconductor manufacturing camp because there could be fewer players in the field.  </li>
<li>For a long time, TSMC production staff have won better bonuses in the company, meaning they might be able to overcome the difficulties in production.  </li>
<li>Rapidus might need another 5 years or more to become profitable if everything runs smoothly for 2nm technology. </li>
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There is a great opportunity for someone joining an advanced semiconductor manufacturing camp because there could be fewer players in the field.  
For a long time, TSMC production staff have won better bonuses in the company, meaning they might be able to overcome the difficulties in production.  
Rapidus might need another 5 years or more to become profitable if everything runs smoothly for 2nm technology. 


TSMC (2330.TT; TSM.US): Will Rapidus Threaten TSMC's 2nm Market? We Think It's Too Early to Say.

Tracking developments across tech supply chains, Tech Supply Chain Tracker

Tech Supply Chain Tracker

Tracking developments across tech supply chains

Luxshare Precision Industry / Equity Bottom-Up

<ul><li>TSMC ends partnership with PowerAIR in Singapore over Huawei worries, impacting supply chain in tech industry. </li><li>China retaliates against US with customs actions; CXMT starts manufacturing DDR5 chips, meeting demand for next-gen technology.</li><li>India plans display fabrication facility, offering growth potential but encountering challenges. Luxshare's purchase of Wingtech ODM to enhance design capabilities, reduce reliance on Apple, and boost tech industry prowess.</li></ul>

TSMC ends partnership with PowerAIR in Singapore over Huawei worries, impacting supply chain in tech industry. China retaliates against US with customs actions; CXMT starts manufacturing DDR5 chips, meeting demand for next-gen technology.India plans display fabrication facility, offering growth potential but encountering challenges. Luxshare's purchase of Wingtech ODM to enhance design capabilities, reduce reliance on Apple, and boost tech industry prowess.

Tech Supply Chain Tracker (14-Jan-2025): TSMC ends PowerAIR Huawei partnership.

Managing Director, Zero One, Zero One

Vincent Fernando, CFA

Managing Director, Zero One

Zero One

Founded in 2015, Zero One produces independent investment research and provides corporate finance advisory services with a focus on both listed and private technology companies. Founder Vincent Fernando has over 20 years of experience in US and Asia capital markets.

Independent Investment Research

TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing) - ADR / Equity Bottom-Up

TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing) - ADR

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<li>Rapidus vs. TSMC: Can Japan's Newcomer Compete in the 2nm Race?</li>
<li>Memory Monitor: The Emerging Mass-Market Edge AI Need for Mobiles; Long Micron Vs. Short Nanya Tech </li>
<li>Hon Hai Pauses Nissan Pursuit Amid Honda Talks -- A Japanese Savior for Nissan is Likely But This Confirms Hon Hai's EV Ambitions Remain High</li>
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Rapidus vs. TSMC: Can Japan's Newcomer Compete in the 2nm Race?
Memory Monitor: The Emerging Mass-Market Edge AI Need for Mobiles; Long Micron Vs. Short Nanya Tech 
Hon Hai Pauses Nissan Pursuit Amid Honda Talks -- A Japanese Savior for Nissan is Likely But This Confirms Hon Hai's EV Ambitions Remain High


Taiwan Tech Weekly: Rapidus's Challenge Vs. TSMC for 2nm; Hon Hai Hunting for Automaker Acquisition

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ASML Holding N.V. develops, produces, and markets semiconductor manufacturing equipment, specifically machines for the production of chips through lithography. The Company services clients world wide.

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Semiconductors -Stargate Poised to Accelerate Global AI Arms Race

We remain bullish on AI demand. We continue to rank AI theme as our top pick for 2025. Market leaders will continue to enjoy the AI tailwind beyond...

CMB International

Episode 101 Part 1: Discussion with Jordan Schneider (China Talk) on New Semi Regulations

Jordan Schneider discusses the new AI technology restrictions in China, including the tightening controls on semiconductor manufacturing equipment...

The Circuit

TSMC (2330.TT; TSM.US): Will Rapidus Threaten TSMC's 2nm Market? We Think It's Too Early to Say.

Joining an advanced semi manufacturing camp could be a lucrative opportunity with fewer competitors, as Rapidus works on licensing IBM's 2nm GAA...

Patrick Liao

Tech Supply Chain Tracker (14-Jan-2025): TSMC ends PowerAIR Huawei partnership.

TSMC severs relationship with PowerAIR over Huawei worries, China responds to US with customs actions, CXMT starts DDR5 production; India plans...

Tech Supply Chain Tracker

Taiwan Tech Weekly: Rapidus's Challenge Vs. TSMC for 2nm; Hon Hai Hunting for Automaker Acquisition

Japan's newcomer Rapidus challenges TSMC in the 2nm race; Hon Hai's pursuit of Nissan pauses due to Nissan-Honda talks, but signals Hon Hai's...

Vincent Fernando, CFA

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Semiconductors -Stargate Poised to Accelerate Global AI Arms Race

We remain bullish on AI demand. We continue to rank AI theme as our top pick for 2025. Market leaders will continue to enjoy the AI tailwind beyond...

CMB International

Episode 101 Part 1: Discussion with Jordan Schneider (China Talk) on New Semi Regulations

Jordan Schneider discusses the new AI technology restrictions in China, including the tightening controls on semiconductor manufacturing equipment...

The Circuit

TSMC (2330.TT; TSM.US): Will Rapidus Threaten TSMC's 2nm Market? We Think It's Too Early to Say.

​Joining an advanced semi manufacturing camp could be a lucrative opportunity with fewer competitors, as Rapidus works on licensing IBM's 2nm GAA...

Patrick Liao

Tech Supply Chain Tracker (14-Jan-2025): TSMC ends PowerAIR Huawei partnership.

TSMC severs relationship with PowerAIR over Huawei worries, China responds to US with customs actions, CXMT starts DDR5 production; India plans...

Tech Supply Chain Tracker

Taiwan Tech Weekly: Rapidus's Challenge Vs. TSMC for 2nm; Hon Hai Hunting for Automaker Acquisition

​Japan's newcomer Rapidus challenges TSMC in the 2nm race; Hon Hai's pursuit of Nissan pauses due to Nissan-Honda talks, but signals Hon Hai's...

Vincent Fernando, CFA

Joining an advanced semi manufacturing camp could be a lucrative opportunity with fewer competitors, as Rapidus works on licensing IBM's 2nm GAA...

Japan's newcomer Rapidus challenges TSMC in the 2nm race; Hon Hai's pursuit of Nissan pauses due to Nissan-Honda talks, but signals Hon Hai's...