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Global Silicon Wafer Shipments Jump 13% YoY in Q1 2026

What happened

SEMI reports global silicon wafer shipments rose 13.1% YoY in Q1 2026, indicating strong demand recovery and inventory drawdown. Bullish: Supply chain tightness risk increases, supporting wafer prices.

Impact and signal

High impactImpact score: 85/100

Affected components and suppliers

Silicon Wafer

SEMI Silicon Manufacturers Group

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Source and time

Source: EE Times Asia · 4/29/2026 · View original source

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Global Silicon Wafer Shipments Jump 13% YoY in Q1 2026

What happened

Impact and signal

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