The U.S. Commerce Department has finalized a $6.6 billion subsidy for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) to boost semiconductor production in Phoenix, Arizona, marking a significant step under the $52.7 billion Chips and Science Act. TSMC plans to invest an additional $25 billion, expanding its total investment to $65 billion, and will produce advanced 2 nanometer technology by 2028. The agreement includes provisions for profit sharing with the U.S. government and a commitment to halt stock buybacks for five years.
UBS has raised its price target for NVIDIA to $185 from $150, maintaining a Buy rating amid strong investor expectations and anticipated robust financial results. The firm projects third-quarter revenues between $34.5 billion and $35 billion, with fourth-quarter guidance around $37 billion, potentially reaching $39 billion. Other analysts, including Morgan Stanley and Piper Sandler, have also increased their price targets, reflecting confidence in NVIDIA's market position and growth prospects in the AI sector.
The US has ordered Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co to stop shipments of advanced AI chips to mainland China, heightening volatility in the semiconductor sector. This follows previous export controls and comes amid expectations of increased tariffs under President-elect Donald Trump. Despite uncertainty, strong fundamentals and big tech's commitment to AI spending are expected to support semiconductor companies in the long term.
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