Semiconductor industry in the Asia-Pacific region - statistics & facts
The global semiconductor shortage that emerged in early 2020 brought widespread attention to the crucial role that semiconductors, also known as integrated circuits (ICs) or microchips, play in modern technology and their economic significance. In recent years, global semiconductor sales have surpassed 600 billion U.S. dollars, with the Asia-Pacific region (APAC) generating more sales than any other region. Not only is APAC the largest semiconductor market, but it is also home to the world’s key industry players, with companies from Taiwan, China, Japan, and South Korea dominating various segments of the highly integrated, specialized, and concentrated chip supply chain.
