TI on top of the world as the biggest analog IC supplier
June 08, 2022
With analog sales of USD 14.1 billion and 19% marketshare, Texas Instruments maintained its firm grip as the world’s leading supplier of analog devices in 2021.
Tower record 1Q22 revenues of $421 Million, a 21% YoY
May 20, 2022
Tower Semiconductor reported first quarter 2022 revenue of USD 421 million, an increase of 21% compared to USD 347 million in the first quarter of 2021.
Can pre-owned equipment be the way out of the shortage?
May 12, 2022
The global semiconductor supply chain remains under immense pressure. However, major investments are being made to increase capacity and fortify the supply chain for the future – but we wont feel the effect of these investments for years. Adding to the issue, there is not enough chips for the chipmaking machines.
What does Intel gain from acquiring Tower? – Quite a lot
May 03, 2022
On February 15, Intel officially confirmed that it will acquire Tower Semiconductor, the industry’s ninth largest foundry, for USD 5.4 billion. But, what kind of capacity gain comes with acquiring the ninth biggest player in the field?
17 Semiconductor companies forecast >$10B in sales in 2021
December 30, 2021
17 companies forecast to have worldwide semiconductor (IC and O S D—optoelectronic, sensor, and discrete) sales of >$10.0 billion in 2021. Three semiconductor companies – AMD, NXP, and Analog Devices — are expected to join the noteworthy “megasuppliers” list in 2021.
Global power management IC prices jump 10% in 2021
December 06, 2021
Due to material shortages caused by insufficient semiconductor supply, to date, power management IC (PMIC) prices remain on an upward trend, according to TrendForce’s latest investigations.
ADI & Maxim deal is now complete
August 30, 2021
Analog Devices, Inc. announced the completion of its acquisition of Maxim Integrated Products, Inc.
ADI and Maxim get 'green light' from China
August 25, 2021
Analog Devices and Maxim Integrated have received China Antitrust Clearance for acquisition.
SVOLT and Stellantis enter battery partnership
July 21, 2021
Chinese headquartered SVOLT has entered into a partnership with automotive holding company Stellantis, the owner of brands such as Chrysler, Citroën, Fiat, Opel and Peugeot.
TI tops Analog IC supplier list with room to spare
June 03, 2021
Skyworks Solutions posts the strongest sales increase in 2020 as the top-10 suppliers collectively accounted for 62% of total analog sales, reports market researcher IC Insights.
Five mega-deals pushed M&A value to $118B last year
January 13, 2021
The value of the mergers and acquisitions seen last year within the semiconductor industry set a new record. Five big acquisition announcements and more than a dozen smaller deals in 2020 pushed the total value of M&A agreements in the year to an all-time high of USD 118.0 billion, surpassing the previous record of USD 107.7 billion reached in 2015
Extended Maxim franchise sales agreement strengthens Future Electronics
January 06, 2021
Electronic component distributor, Future Electronics, says it has agreed to an extension of its franchise sales agreement with Maxim Integrated Products.
Analog Devices ends its fiscal year 2020 on a high
November 30, 2020
Fourth quarter revenue came in at USD 1.53 billion, above the high-end of the company’s outlook.
Analog Devices and Maxim deal gets 'green light' from shareholders
October 09, 2020
Both companies shareholders have voted to approve their respective proposals relating to the combination of ADI and Maxim. The combination will strengthen ADI as an analog semiconductor player with increased breadth and scale across multiple end markets.
Two acquisitions make 2020 the second-highest year for semi M&As
October 01, 2020
After a slow start, Analog Devices' agreement to buy Maxim and Nvidia's deal to acquire ARM raise the total value of M&A deals this year to more than USD 63.0 billion.
Mouser inks global distribution agreement with Trinamic
September 29, 2020
Mouser Electronics has signed a global distribution agreement with motion control expert Trinamic, now part of Maxim Integrated.
Maxim and Serial Microelectronics sign distribution agreement
September 25, 2020
Serial Microelectronics (SMHK) has entered into a distribution agreement with Maxim Integrated Products for the distribution of all Maxim’s products in China and Hong Kong.
Nvidia's $40 billion ARM purchase will test current M&A "ceiling"
September 21, 2020
Potentially the largest acquisition in semiconductor history faces plenty of obstacles.
ADI surpassed expectations during its third quarter
August 21, 2020
“We executed exceptionally well in this uncertain environment. Our quarterly results came in above the midpoint of our revised outlook, which is a testament to the dedication of our talented global team and the resilience of our diversified business,” says CEO president and CEO, Vincent Roche, in a press release.
It's official - Analog Devices will acquire Maxim Integrated
July 14, 2020
Analog Devices, Inc. announced a definitive agreement under which ADI will acquire Maxim in an all stock transaction that values the combined enterprise at over USD 68 billion.
A new massive semiconductor deal on the horizon?
July 13, 2020
Analog Devices Inc. (ADI) is reportedly in advanced talks with Maxim Integrated regarding a potential acquisition of the analog IC manufacturer.
TI maintains firm grip as world's top analog IC supplier
June 01, 2020
TI's 2019 analog marketshare grew to 19% and ST climbed to fourth place as the top-10 suppliers collectively accounted for 62% of total analog sales.
Maxim Integrated accelerates production of medical solutions
April 15, 2020
Maxim Integrated says it has accelerated the production of its medical technologies to address increased customer need during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Maxim accelerates in Europe with $25M investment in Ireland
February 20, 2020
Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. is opening a new design centre in Dublin, Ireland. The design centre will focus on product development and conducting R&D in the areas of analog semiconductor design.
RS Components signs agreement with Maxim Integrated
October 02, 2019
RS Components (RS) says it has signed a global franchise agreement with Maxim Integrated Products.
Helix Semiconductors appoints VP of Engineering
August 16, 2019
Fabless power semiconductor company Helix Semiconductors has appointed Philip Crawley as vice president of engineering.
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