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Why is TSMC suddenly looking at Texas?
What happened
TSMC is scouting Texas for possible new US capacity, even as it builds out its advanced-process fabs in Arizona. Chairman C.C. Wei confirmed that a team has been sent to Texas to assess expansion opportunities. TSMC is also discussing cooperation with Elon Musk's Terafab, on the condition that it keeps operational control. Together, the moves could shift TSMC's US strategy from expanding existing sites to choosing new locations and exploring capacity partnerships. The source does not state the cause.
Impact and signal
Medium impactImpact score: 60/100
Affected components and suppliers
possible new US capacity
US expansionTexasArizona fabsTerafablocation scouting
Source and time
Source: DigiTimes Asia · 10/22/2026 · View original source
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