Taiwan Tech Focused Senior Analyst

Patrick Liao

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United Microelectronics Corp / Equity Bottom-Up

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/united-microelectronics-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:6450:1" rel="noopener">United Microelectronics Corp (2303 TT)</a>'s 2Q24F outlook is experiencing a slight upward now, possibly indicating a positive QoQ.  </li>
<li>UMC's notable contributors are showing a mixed outlook, and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/novatek-microelectronics-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:10904:1" rel="noopener">Novatek Microelectronics Corp (3034 TT)</a> could be the most influencer.</li>
<li>Attention should be paid to the 3Q24F outlook for any potential changes and a shift from a bearish view could positively impact the outlook, potentially signaling the end of downturn.  </li>
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United Microelectronics Corp (2303 TT)'s 2Q24F outlook is experiencing a slight upward now, possibly indicating a positive QoQ.  
UMC's notable contributors are showing a mixed outlook, and Novatek Microelectronics Corp (3034 TT) could be the most influencer.
Attention should be paid to the 3Q24F outlook for any potential changes and a shift from a bearish view could positively impact the outlook, potentially signaling the end of downturn.  


UMC (2303.TT; UMC.US): Some Rush Orders Coming in and 2Q24F Could Post Positive QoQ.

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Vincent Fernando, CFA

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

TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing) - ADR (TSM US)

TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing) - ADR

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<li>Key Taiwan Server Names Soar; Delta Electronics Major Winner of Nvidia's Conference</li>
<li>TSMC (2330.TT; TSM.US): Raising Growth Target to 25%+ YoY in 2024F</li>
<li>Memory Monitor: Micron Leapfrogging Into HBM3E for AI; Nanya Lagging Peers But Poised to Benefit </li>
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Key Taiwan Server Names Soar; Delta Electronics Major Winner of Nvidia's Conference
TSMC (2330.TT; TSM.US): Raising Growth Target to 25%+ YoY in 2024F
Memory Monitor: Micron Leapfrogging Into HBM3E for AI; Nanya Lagging Peers But Poised to Benefit 


Taiwan Tech Weekly: Key Taiwan Server Names Soar; Raising TSMC Growth Target; Memory Rally

Novatek Microelectronics Corp / Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>The supply chain received good news that <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/novatek-microelectronics-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:10904:1" rel="noopener">Novatek Microelectronics Corp (3034 TT)</a> as successfully passed iPhone 16 OLED DRIVER IC (DDIC) qualification.</li>
<li>Novatek's recent alliance with ARM to develop Neoverse V2 is a noteworthy development.</li>
<li>Novatek's 1Q24F forecast remains unchanged, but the outlook for 2024F is likely to show positive growth.</li>
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The supply chain received good news that Novatek Microelectronics Corp (3034 TT) as successfully passed iPhone 16 OLED DRIVER IC (DDIC) qualification.
Novatek's recent alliance with ARM to develop Neoverse V2 is a noteworthy development.
Novatek's 1Q24F forecast remains unchanged, but the outlook for 2024F is likely to show positive growth.


Novatek (3034.TT): It Had Been Qualified by the IPhone 16 for OLED Driver IC.

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<li>Novatek's share price has surged by more than 15% in four days due to the news of Novatek's alliance with ARM to develop Neoverse V2.</li>
<li>While the decision on whether the iPhone 16 will feature OLED technology is still pending, the general sentiment is optimistic.</li>
<li>Novatek is set to leverage Intel Corp (INTC US)'s 12nm capacity through United Microelectron Sp Adr (UMC US) in the near future.</li>
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Novatek's share price has surged by more than 15% in four days due to the news of Novatek's alliance with ARM to develop Neoverse V2.
While the decision on whether the iPhone 16 will feature OLED technology is still pending, the general sentiment is optimistic.
Novatek is set to leverage Intel Corp (INTC US)'s 12nm capacity through United Microelectron Sp Adr (UMC US) in the near future.


Novatek (3034.TT): It's Said to Alliance with ARM to Build up Neoverse V2, Targeting AI Market.

Himax Technologies Inc Adr / Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>Readthrough: Automotive Applications End-Demand -- China Market Soft But Touch and Dimming Technology is Expanding</li>
<li>Readthrough: Panel Makers Constraining Supply in 1Q24 to Protect Pricing</li>
<li>Readthrough: Customers Are Restocking Notebooks in 1Q24E, PC Replacement Cycle is Coming</li>
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Readthrough: Automotive Applications End-Demand -- China Market Soft But Touch and Dimming Technology is Expanding
Readthrough: Panel Makers Constraining Supply in 1Q24 to Protect Pricing
Readthrough: Customers Are Restocking Notebooks in 1Q24E, PC Replacement Cycle is Coming


Himax: Industry Readthrough for Automotives, Notebooks, and Edge AI Applications

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Novatek Microelectronics Corporation designs, manufactures, and markets integrated circuits (ICs).  The Company's products are used in telecommunication, computer peripherals, and LCD (liquid crystal display) drivers.

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Novatek Microelectronics Corp (3034 TT)

UMC (2303.TT; UMC.US): Some Rush Orders Coming in and 2Q24F Could Post Positive QoQ.

UMC's 2Q24F outlook is slightly improving, with Novatek Microelectronics Corp potentially being a key influencer. Keep an eye on the 3Q24F outlook...

Patrick Liao

Taiwan Tech Weekly: Key Taiwan Server Names Soar; Raising TSMC Growth Target; Memory Rally

The market was generally positive after Nvidia's GTC conference last week with key Taiwan server and other AI-linked names rising substantially....

Vincent Fernando, CFA

Novatek (3034.TT): It Had Been Qualified by the IPhone 16 for OLED Driver IC.

Novatek's successful qualification for iPhone 16 OLED DDIC and partnership with ARM for Neoverse V2 development signal positive growth in 2024.

Patrick Liao

Novatek (3034.TT): It's Said to Alliance with ARM to Build up Neoverse V2, Targeting AI Market.

Novatek's stock soars on partnership with ARM for Neoverse V2, potential collaboration with Intel for 12nm capacity. Optimism surrounds iPhone...

Patrick Liao

Himax: Industry Readthrough for Automotives, Notebooks, and Edge AI Applications

China's automotive market is weak, but touch and dimming technology is expanding rapidly. Panel makers are limiting supply to maintain prices in...

Vincent Fernando, CFA

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UMC (2303.TT; UMC.US): Some Rush Orders Coming in and 2Q24F Could Post Positive QoQ.

​UMC's 2Q24F outlook is slightly improving, with Novatek Microelectronics Corp potentially being a key influencer. Keep an eye on the 3Q24F outlook...

Patrick Liao

Taiwan Tech Weekly: Key Taiwan Server Names Soar; Raising TSMC Growth Target; Memory Rally

The market was generally positive after Nvidia's GTC conference last week with key Taiwan server and other AI-linked names rising substantially....

Vincent Fernando, CFA

Novatek (3034.TT): It Had Been Qualified by the IPhone 16 for OLED Driver IC.

​Novatek's successful qualification for iPhone 16 OLED DDIC and partnership with ARM for Neoverse V2 development signal positive growth in 2024.

Patrick Liao

Novatek (3034.TT): It's Said to Alliance with ARM to Build up Neoverse V2, Targeting AI Market.

​Novatek's stock soars on partnership with ARM for Neoverse V2, potential collaboration with Intel for 12nm capacity. Optimism surrounds iPhone...

Patrick Liao

Himax: Industry Readthrough for Automotives, Notebooks, and Edge AI Applications

​China's automotive market is weak, but touch and dimming technology is expanding rapidly. Panel makers are limiting supply to maintain prices in...

Vincent Fernando, CFA

UMC's 2Q24F outlook is slightly improving, with Novatek Microelectronics Corp potentially being a key influencer. Keep an eye on the 3Q24F outlook...

Novatek's successful qualification for iPhone 16 OLED DDIC and partnership with ARM for Neoverse V2 development signal positive growth in 2024.

Novatek's stock soars on partnership with ARM for Neoverse V2, potential collaboration with Intel for 12nm capacity. Optimism surrounds iPhone...

China's automotive market is weak, but touch and dimming technology is expanding rapidly. Panel makers are limiting supply to maintain prices in...