➀ China's manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) has rebounded into expansion territory, marking the first expansion in nearly six months; ➁ This comes after a five-month contraction phase; ➂ The data was released by the National Bureau of Statistics, indicating a positive trend in the country's manufacturing sector.
Recent #Expansion news in the semiconductor industry
1. Starfield is set to receive annual story expansions, with the Shattered Space expansion expected to release in 2024. 2. The expansion will focus on House Va'ruun, the Great Serpent, and a new location in the dark reaches of space. 3. The Shattered Space expansion will offer a hand-crafted experience similar to Fallout 4's Far Harbor, with a single detailed open-world location to explore, addressing one of the main criticisms of Starfield's exploration mechanics.
➀ Ark: Survival Ascended is receiving a new expansion, Ark: Lost Colony, set to release in November; ➁ The expansion is a preview of what to expect from Ark 2, which is expected to be released in 2026; ➂ The expansion includes new animated cutscenes and features a vast occupied city for players to explore.
➀ Nacon Connect Showcase revealed a standalone expansion for RoboCop: Rogue City, titled 'Unfinished Business'; ➁ The expansion introduces new weapons, special missions, finishing moves, and allows players to play as Alex Murphy for the first time in a video game; ➂ The expansion is set to launch this summer, with no price or release date announced yet.
➀ Obsidian Entertainment is busy with the release of Avowed and The Outer Worlds 2; ➁ The creative director of Avowed expresses hope for future expansions or a sequel; ➂ The game has received positive reception but has some issues with NPC reactivity and writing.
➀ SignOff Semiconductors, a leading provider of VLSI and Embedded Design services, has opened a new office in Penang, Malaysia.
➁ The expansion is in response to the increasing demand for semiconductor chip design services from Fortune 500 companies in Penang.
➂ The move aligns with the Malaysian government's vision to establish the country as a semiconductor hub.
➀ Infineon has received approval from the European Commission (EC) for €1 billion in funding under the European Chips Act for its Dresden fabs.
➁ The funding requires final approval from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).
➂ The Dresden site is also supported under the EC's IPCEI ME/CT program.
➀ ASE has officially launched its fifth plant in Penang, Malaysia;
➁ The new facility will enhance the company's packaging and testing capabilities;
➂ The expansion is part of a strategic plan to increase the floor space of ASE's Malaysia facility.
➀ The semiconductor industry is witnessing a surge in investment and expansion of advanced packaging facilities;
➁ This surge is driven by the growing demand for high-performance computing and other applications;
➂ Key players are significantly expanding their capacity with the aim of substantial production increases by 2025.
➀ Diablo IV is offering a free trial until January 3rd, 2025; ➁ The trial includes the full base game and the recently released Spiritborn class; ➂ Players can explore all classes, level up, and gear up their characters; ➃ The trial does not include the Vessel of Hatred expansion, which is required to unlock the Spiritborn class in the full game.
➀ Wolfspeed announces a $2.5 billion investment for expansion in the semiconductor industry;
➁ The investment will boost Wolfspeed's market share in the growing semiconductor industry as a primary silicon carbide producer;
➂ Despite a weak financial performance, the company's focus on SiC and GaN technologies and partnership with EPC Power positions it as a major contender with solid upside potential;
➃ Wolfspeed's stock has seen a 43% jump on the news, trading at a significant discount to industry peers;
➄ Analysts have a cautious stance on the stock, with a Hold rating and a potential upside of 7.31% from current levels.
➀ KLA Corp, a US semiconductor equipment maker, has opened its fourth plant in Singapore, part of a $259 million expansion plan; ➁ The new plant is expected to create 400 new jobs by 2026; ➂ KLA has been in Singapore since 1996, with about 1,500 employees currently, and its regional headquarters; ➃ The expansion follows recent investments by semiconductor companies like GlobalFoundries and Micron; ➄ Singapore's semiconductor output accounts for over 10% of the global industry and contributes more than 8% to Singapore's GDP.
➀ Tokyo Electron is preparing for expansion in India, encouraged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's policies to attract chipmakers; ➁ The company plans to increase its presence in India's semiconductor industry; ➂ The Indian government's incentives and the growing demand for semiconductors in the country are key factors driving Tokyo Electron's decision.
➀ EA has confirmed there will be no Sims 5, focusing on expanding Sims 4 with new multiplayer expansions and content. ➁ Kate Gorman, EA's Sims vice president, explains the shift to a new era of Sims, emphasizing additions to the universe rather than replacements. ➂ The Sims 4's free-to-play model has extended its lifecycle, with continued support and updates.
➀ Waymo plans to expand its robotaxi service in California, including East Bay, San Jose, and highways around San Francisco Bay. ➁ The expansion follows a year of operation in San Francisco without serious incidents, according to Waymo's director of product management. ➂ Despite this, there have been incidents of Waymo vehicles driving the wrong way and causing crashes, leading to recalls and federal investigations. ➃ Local communities and activists are concerned about the safety and nuisance posed by the increasing number of autonomous vehicles.
➀ KoMiCo, a South Korean semiconductor company, plans to establish a major cleaning, coating, and repair facility in Mesa, Arizona. ➁ The facility, set to open in 2026, will be the company's third location in the United States and is expected to create around 200 new jobs. ➂ The company will occupy a 125,000-square-foot building in Mesa's Superstition Springs neighborhood, marking a significant expansion in the region.
1. Enbridge is expanding its utilities segment with $14 billion in acquisitions and its Gulf Coast operations with over $10.2 billion in capital spend. 2. The company expects to generate over $2.9 billion in free cash flow, supporting its 6.9% dividend yield and expansion plans. 3. Enbridge targets 10-12% yearly shareholder returns, focusing on stable utility cash flows and potential growth through Gulf Coast capacity.
1. Kwon Tae-il, the representative of Yuracle, expressed confidence in the company's upcoming IPO and its plans for business expansion; 2. Yuracle is planning to enter overseas markets after its listing on the KOSDAQ; 3. The company has seen a significant increase in sales from major conglomerate affiliates and aims to leverage its funds raised through the IPO for global expansion and SaaS development.
1. Bethesda has filed a trademark for 'Starborn', hinting at the second expansion for Starfield. 2. The term 'Starborn' refers to humans who collect artifacts to activate The Unity, allowing travel to other universes. 3. The expansion is expected to delve deeper into the Starborn concept and may not be announced until next Summer.