Chip Sector Outlook: What to Expect in 2025

The semiconductor industry is poised for significant growth in 2025, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and data center expansions. However, challenges such as geopolitical tensions, trade tariffs, and supply chain complexities may impact the sector's trajectory. In this video, we explore the key trends and developments shaping the chip industry, including:

AI and Data Center Demand: The surge in AI applications and the expansion of data centers are fueling the demand for high-performance chips. Companies like NVIDIA and SK Hynix are at the forefront of this growth, with SK Hynix reporting a 158% year-on-year increase in Q1 operating profit, driven by robust AI chip demand. ​
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Geopolitical Challenges: Trade tensions, particularly between the U.S. and China, are creating uncertainties in the semiconductor supply chain. For instance, Intel is undertaking significant cost-cutting measures amid ongoing financial challenges and uncertainties created by trade policies. ​
Financial Times

Supply Chain Dynamics: The semiconductor industry is navigating complexities in supply and demand, with companies like ASML warning that tariffs are increasing uncertainty around the industry's outlook for 2025 and 2026. ​
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Despite these challenges, the global semiconductor market is expected to reach approximately $697 billion in 2025, marking an 11% year-over-year increase, driven by strong demand in data centers and AI technologies. ​
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Join us as we delve into these developments and discuss what to expect in the chip sector in 2025.