Business May 1, 2021
Germany has boomed on the back of globalization, but now the worldwide web of supply chains that turbo-charged its economy could prove to be a critical weakness.
Business Apr 30, 2021
Japan's industrial output hit seven-year low in fiscal 2020 due to pandemic
The country's output in March, however, rose 2.2% from the previous month, buoyed by a recovery from production disrupted by a major earthquake in February
Business / Tech Apr 29, 2021
Global chip shortage hits Apple, BMW and Ford as crisis worsens
The shortfall of critically needed parts has forced the auto industry to cut output, leaving thin inventories at dealerships just as consumers emerge from COVID-19 lockdowns.
Business Apr 28, 2021
Japan, Australia and India launch network to strengthen supply chains
The move came as the three countries have been working together to address vulnerabilities in the global manufacturing system.
Business / Corporate Apr 20, 2021
U.K. to probe SoftBank's Arm sale to Nvidia on security grounds
The takeover, which was announced in September, would put vital supplies to several chipmakers under the control of a single player.
Business / Corporate Apr 19, 2021
Renesas aims for full return of fire-hit chip plant by July
by Takashi Mochizuki and Yuki Furukawa
The Japanese chipmaker restarted partial production at the plant over the weekend, two days ahead of its original schedule.
Business Apr 17, 2021
Bidding war may break out for Toshiba after buyout hits a snag
by Takuya Okamoto
Investor interest in the growth potential of some of Toshiba's businesses means the company is likely to face continued pressure to streamline its wide-ranging operations.
Business Apr 17, 2021
Renesas restarts production at fire-hit chip plant near Tokyo
The company has completed repairs and preparations in cleanrooms, which are crucial for semiconductor manufacturing, as part of work to restart production.
Business Apr 13, 2021
Biden calls for $50 billion investment in semiconductors amid global shortage
About 75% of global semiconductor manufacturing capacity is concentrated in mainland China and elsewhere in East Asia, a report by an industry group and a consultancy firm has said.
Asia Pacific | FOCUS Apr 12, 2021
Drought in Taiwan pits chipmakers against farmers
by Raymond Zhong and Amy Chang Chien
The island nation is going to great lengths to keep water flowing to its all-important semiconductor industry, including shutting off irrigation to legions of rice growers.
Business Apr 10, 2021
Chipmaker Renesas resumes operations of clean room damaged by March fire
Renesas remains on track to resume production within a month from the March 19 fire, the firm said.
