Podcast: Japan's quest for the most powerful microchip leads semiconductor revival
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
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Japan's Semiconductor Industry Revival: Japan is investing billions in subsidies to revitalize its semiconductor industry, focusing on the newly established Rapidus Corporation, which aims to produce advanced 2 nanometer chips by 2027, despite facing competition from global leaders like TSMC and Samsung.
Geopolitical Context and Market Position: The revival efforts are driven by both economic growth and national security concerns, as Japan seeks to reduce reliance on foreign semiconductor supplies amidst increasing geopolitical tensions, while leveraging its strengths in niche materials and precision tools within the semiconductor supply chain.
Analyst Views on TSM
Wall Street analysts forecast TSM stock price to fall over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for TSM is 313.46 USD with a low forecast of 63.24 USD and a high forecast of 390.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
8 Analyst Rating
7 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 327.370
Low
63.24
Averages
313.46
High
390.00
Current: 327.370
Low
63.24
Averages
313.46
High
390.00
About TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd is a Taiwan-based integrated circuit foundry service provider. The Company is primarily engaged in integrated circuit manufacturing services. It offers advanced process technologies, specialised process solutions, advanced photomask and silicon stacking, and packaging-related technologies, while supporting a comprehensive design ecosystem. The Company's products serve diverse electronic sectors including artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, wired and wireless communications, automotive and industrial equipment, personal computing, information applications, consumer electronics, smart internet of things, and wearable devices.
About the author

Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.








