AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSemiconductor & AI Export Boom: The Philippines’ electronics and semiconductor exports are projected to hit $53B–$54B in 2026, topping $50B for the first time, as AI-driven demand lifts shipments of data-server infrastructure. Power Electronics Expansion: Fujiyama Power Systems commissioned a 2 GW power electronics plant in Ratlam, adding solar inverters and UPS production to its growing rooftop-solar supply chain. Memory Supply Crunch: Omdia says AI bottlenecks will keep squeezing global semiconductor revenue growth through at least 2027, with HBM and advanced packaging still constrained. South Korea Chip Push: President Lee urged faster execution of AI and semiconductor megaprojects, including relocating the Gwangju airbase by mid-2028 to speed a major chip hub. Materials Supply Chain: Brewer Science completed its acquisition of Heraeus Epurio’s semiconductor chemicals business, bringing ultrapure photo-chemicals production in-house. Consumer Electronics Shift: Samsung launched paperless train tickets via Samsung Wallet with Korail, extending mobile-first services beyond phones. Market Volatility: South Korea’s volatility gauge fell sharply after leverage curbs, while chip stocks drove mixed trading.
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