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Patrick Liao

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Novatek Microelectronics Corp / Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>The 1Q25 outlook is expected to see a 0-5% decline quarter-over-quarter due to the recent earthquake in southern Taiwan.  </li>
<li>Factors such as increased demand related to <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/apple-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:666:1" rel="noopener">Apple (AAPL US)</a>  iPhone production and subsidies for China's electronics industry are expected to boost Novatek's output in 1Q25.</li>
<li>US President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with Taiwan's increasing dominance in the semiconductor manufacturing sector.</li>
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The 1Q25 outlook is expected to see a 0-5% decline quarter-over-quarter due to the recent earthquake in southern Taiwan.  
Factors such as increased demand related to Apple (AAPL US)  iPhone production and subsidies for China's electronics industry are expected to boost Novatek's output in 1Q25.
US President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with Taiwan's increasing dominance in the semiconductor manufacturing sector.


Novatek (3034.TT): Earthquake Affecting 1Q25 Outlook; Benefited by Subsidies for China's Electronics

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<li>Apple 1Q25 Results -- Overall Price-Supportive for Taiwan Supplier Share Prices When the Taiwan Market Re-Opens Monday</li>
<li>Why Zhen Ding Technology Holding (4958 TT) and Kinsus Interconnect Tech (3189 TT) Could Be in a Favorable Position Relative to Apple's AI Trajectory</li>
<li>Increasingly sophisticated Apple products require significantly more complex PCBs &amp; interconnect solutions, especially as advanced packaging has become a key enabler of high-performance computing.</li>
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Apple 1Q25 Results -- Overall Price-Supportive for Taiwan Supplier Share Prices When the Taiwan Market Re-Opens Monday
Why Zhen Ding Technology Holding (4958 TT) and Kinsus Interconnect Tech (3189 TT) Could Be in a Favorable Position Relative to Apple's AI Trajectory
Increasingly sophisticated Apple products require significantly more complex PCBs &amp; interconnect solutions, especially as advanced packaging has become a key enabler of high-performance computing.


Apple Supply Chain Monitor: Latest AAPL Results -- Taiwan Suppliers Well Placed for Monday Re-Open

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<ul><li>TSMC begins mass production at Kumamoto fab as plans for third fab expansion remain uncertain.</li><li>Broadcom CEO foresees million-chip clusters as the future of AI investment frenzy.</li><li>Tata Group announces plan to generate 50,000 manufacturing jobs in EMS and semiconductor sectors.</li></ul>

TSMC begins mass production at Kumamoto fab as plans for third fab expansion remain uncertain.Broadcom CEO foresees million-chip clusters as the future of AI investment frenzy.Tata Group announces plan to generate 50,000 manufacturing jobs in EMS and semiconductor sectors.

Tech Supply Chain Tracker (28-Dec-2024): TSMC starts Kumamoto fab amid 3rd fab expansion uncertainty.

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<ul><li>LGD plans to invest $1B to expand OLED module production in Vietnam, signaling a commitment to growth in the technology sector.</li><li>Wolfspeed makes a bold move by firing CEO in response to slowdown in the electric vehicle industry, showing a willingness to adapt to market changes.</li><li>MiTAC introduces AIoT innovations for smarter cities and transportation, demonstrating a focus on advancing technology for the future.</li></ul>

LGD plans to invest $1B to expand OLED module production in Vietnam, signaling a commitment to growth in the technology sector.Wolfspeed makes a bold move by firing CEO in response to slowdown in the electric vehicle industry, showing a willingness to adapt to market changes.MiTAC introduces AIoT innovations for smarter cities and transportation, demonstrating a focus on advancing technology for the future.

Tech Supply Chain Tracker (20-Nov-2024): LGD invests $1B in Vietnam OLED production.

<ul><li>Luxembourg startup seeks EUR30M to expand global 5G IoT satellite operations, aiming for increased connectivity worldwide.</li><li>South Korea focuses on utilizing nuclear power to boost exports and ensure energy security for the nation's future.</li><li>Next-generation iPhone 17 models will feature LTPO OLED panels from Samsung and LG Display, enhancing display quality for users.</li></ul>

Luxembourg startup seeks EUR30M to expand global 5G IoT satellite operations, aiming for increased connectivity worldwide.South Korea focuses on utilizing nuclear power to boost exports and ensure energy security for the nation's future.Next-generation iPhone 17 models will feature LTPO OLED panels from Samsung and LG Display, enhancing display quality for users.

Tech Supply Chain Tracker (02-Nov-2024): Luxembourg startup needs EUR30M for 5G IoT satellites.

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Novatek (3034.TT): Earthquake Affecting 1Q25 Outlook; Benefited by Subsidies for China's Electronics

​1Q25 outlook for Novatek expected to decline 0-5% due to Taiwan earthquake, but boosted by Apple demand and China subsidies. Trump unhappy with...

Patrick Liao

Apple Supply Chain Monitor: Latest AAPL Results -- Taiwan Suppliers Well Placed for Monday Re-Open

​Apple's strong 1Q25 results are expected to boost Taiwan supplier share prices when the market re-opens. Zhen Ding and Kinsus Interconnect could...

Vincent Fernando, CFA

Tech Supply Chain Tracker (28-Dec-2024): TSMC starts Kumamoto fab amid 3rd fab expansion uncertainty.

TSMC ramps up production at Kumamoto fab, uncertain on 3rd fab, Broadcom CEO predicts million-chip clusters for AI, Tata Group to create 50,000...

Tech Supply Chain Tracker

Tech Supply Chain Tracker (20-Nov-2024): LGD invests $1B in Vietnam OLED production.

Companies such as LGD, MiTAC, Micron, and Foxconn make strategic moves in AI, IoT, and chip production while Samsung and YMTC Zhitai compete in the...

Tech Supply Chain Tracker

Tech Supply Chain Tracker (02-Nov-2024): Luxembourg startup needs EUR30M for 5G IoT satellites.

Luxembourg startup seeks funding for global 5G IoT satellite expansion, South Korea boosts nuclear power for exports, iPhone 17 to feature LTPO...

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1Q25 outlook for Novatek expected to decline 0-5% due to Taiwan earthquake, but boosted by Apple demand and China subsidies. Trump unhappy with...

Apple's strong 1Q25 results are expected to boost Taiwan supplier share prices when the market re-opens. Zhen Ding and Kinsus Interconnect could...