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Global Markets: Japan's Nikkei pulls back from record high on AI selloff

Japan's Nikkei index experienced its biggest drop in three weeks on Thursday. This pullback followed a record high. Investors sold AI-related stocks after Broadcom's disappointing revenue. Renewed Middle East conflict also impacted market sentiment. SoftBank Group saw a significant decline. Despite the broader market fall, Tokyo Electron and Disco shares…

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Global Markets: Japan's Nikkei retreats from record high as AI rally sparks caution

Japan's Nikkei index pulled back from its record high on Wednesday. Investor caution emerged regarding the rapid rise in AI stocks. Tokyo Electron and Advantest saw gains, but SoftBank Group experienced a significant drop. Banks and financials also contributed to the broader Topix index's decline. Many stocks traded on the…

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Global Markets | Japan's Nikkei slumps to weekly loss on tech share profit-taking

Chip-testing equipment maker Advantest was the biggest drag, slumping 7.9% to shave 544 index points from the Nikkei. Fellow heavyweight Tokyo Electron lost 1.8%.

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Global Markets | Japan's Nikkei ends higher as AI-related shares rise

But Tokyo Electron gave up early losses to end 0.14% higher. Advantest, which ⁠fell as much 1.5%, recovered most of its loss to edge 0.26% lower.

The Economic Times

Taiwan court sentences ex-Tokyo Electron staff to 10 years in TSMC trade secrets case

A court in Taiwan has sentenced a former employee of Japanese computer chip equipment maker Tokyo Electron to 10 years in prison in a landmark case over trade secrets of the island’s leading chipmaker TSMC

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US lawmakers amend new restrictions on Chinese chipmakers — MATCH Act's blanket restrictions removed from select chipmaking tools

U.S. lawmakers remove countrywide exports ban on cryogenic etching tools from the MATCH Act, yet Chinese companies could barely get them anyway.

Tom’s Hardware

TSMC industrial espionage saga heading to verdict next month in unprecedented Taiwan National Security Act case — former engineer accused of stealing 2nm technical info, faces a total of up to 20 years in prison if found guilty

One of the three landmark cases involving the theft of trade secrets from TSMC has run through investigative and court proceedings, and a verdict is scheduled for April 27.

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The Outlook for 3 Non-U.S. Chip Stocks That Soared in 2025

These three international semiconductor stocks boomed in 2025. See why the outlook on these names remains solid going forward.

MarketBeat

Taiwan hits Japanese firm with indictment in TSMC data theft saga — Tokyo Electron charged with failing to prevent its staff from stealing trade secrets

Taiwanese prosecutors are seeking financial compensation from Japanese semiconductor company, Tokyo Electron, claiming that it didn't take appropriate measures to prevent staff from trying to steal sensitive data from TSMC.

Tom’s Hardware

Taiwan Files Charges Against Tokyo Electron Unit In Taiwan Semiconductor Technology Theft Probe

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. (NYSE:TSM) sits at the center of a widening legal battle over alleged theft of its trade secrets.

Benzinga

Trio of current and ex-TSMC employees face combined 30 years in prison for stealing national core key tech — engineer allegedly stole data to help Tokyo Electron improve etching machine performance

The trio is charged with violating Taiwan’s National Security Act and faces a combined 30 years in prison.

Tom’s Hardware

In a twisty tale of corporate espionage, TSMC employees allegedly shared 400 photos of the company's cutting-edge 2 nm process node with a Japanese rival

This is a developing story, and the Japanese firm's relationship to the leakers is not yet clear.

PC Gamer

Trump's tariffs on chipmaking tools could make U.S.-made processors more expensive

Trump's tariffs on foreign chipmaking equipment are set to raise costs for U.S. semiconductor manufacturers, threatening to disrupt investment plans and increase the cost of domestically produced chips.

Tom’s Hardware

Trump wants tighter AI chip export restrictions but may face staffing shortage and other issues

Trump's administration believes restrictions on AI processors exports are not strict enough for close allies, also plans to persuade Japan and the Netherlands to curb services of ASML and TEL machines in China.

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Stock Index Futures Slip as Trump’s Tariffs Fuel Growth Concerns, U.S. Economic Data and Home Depot Earnings on Tap

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH25) are down -0.21%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH25) are down -0.39% this morning, while Treasury yields also slipped amid worries that U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies could hurt global economic growth.

MarketBeat

2 Semiconductor Stocks That Could Break Out in 2025

These two semiconductor manufacturing equipment stocks could have a big 2025. One is a massive industry leader, while the other is an up-and-coming player.

Tom’s Hardware

New U.S. restrictions will hit Chinese chipmaking tool companies — sanctions aim to slow development of domestic chipmaking tools to replace ASML, others

The new U.S. sanctions against China are meant to hit developers of chipmaking gear rather than chipmakers itself.

Tom’s Hardware

China warns Japan over ramping semiconductor sanctions – threatens to block essential manufacturing materials

Senior Chinese officials have repeatedly warned Japan about ramping semiconductor sanctions hand-in-hand with the U.S.

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U.S. lawmakers ask top fab tool makers about their sales to China

Before tightening export controls, U.S. legislators want to learn about sales of American producers of chipmaking tools to China-based entities.

Tom’s Hardware

Samsung may start installing its first High-NA EUV litho tool in late 2024

Samsung will be about a year behind Intel in installing ASML's Twinscan EXE:5000 High-NA litho tool for development purposes.

Tom’s Hardware

New US government rules to allow export of some equipment to China by ASML, Tokyo Electron

The U.S. intends to add 120 Chinese entities to its Entity List, to close loopholes that enable Chinese chipmakers to obtain American chipmaking tools.

Fortune

Trump, Biden, and AI send chip shares on a wild ride

Semiconductor shares have recovered slightly after a grim Wednesday that made for the Nasdaq's worst day in two years.

International Business Times

Asian Markets Drop With Wall St As Biden Sparks Fresh Chip Fears

Asian markets sank with Wall Street on Thursday after a warning from the White House that it would target firms supplying China with key semiconductor technology, and Donald Trump's comments on crucial chip supplier Taiwan.

Tom’s Hardware

U.S. planning 'draconian' sanctions against China's semiconductor industry: Report

U.S. government wants to further restrict curbs for China's semiconductor sector as foreign companies still sell fairly advanced tools to Chinese entities.

Barchart

Stock Index Futures Plunge With Tech Under Pressure, U.S. Economic Data and Earnings in Focus

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU24) are down -0.79%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU24) are down -1.22% this morning as concerns over stricter U.S. restrictions on Chinese trade and semiconductor technology weighed on sentiment, while investors awaited a fresh batch of U.S. economic data and the next round…

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