The global IC Foundry Market was valued at 103290 million in 2023 and is projected to reach US$ 228390 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 14.0% during the forecast period.
IC Foundry Market OverviewSemiconductor device fabrication is the process used to manufacture semiconductor devices, typically integrated circuits (ICs), such as:
- Computer processors
- Microcontrollers
- Memory chips (e.g., NAND flash and DRAM)
This report focuses on the IC/Wafer Foundry market, highlighting key manufacturers and market trends.
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Market Share Distribution in 2023- TSMC is the largest semiconductor manufacturer, holding approximately 54% of the market share.
- Other key foundries include Samsung Foundry, GlobalFoundries, SMIC, and UMC, contributing to a collective market share of over 90% for the top ten players.
Market Size and Growth Projections
- 2023 Market Size: The global semiconductor market was valued at US$ 526.8 billion.
- 2030 Market Projection: The market is expected to grow to US$ 780.7 billion by 2030.
This growth is largely driven by advancements in IC Manufacturing and wafer fabrication processes.
Semiconductor Manufacturing (Wafer Fabrication) Market
- 2023 Market Size: The global semiconductor manufacturing (wafer fabrication) market is estimated at US$ 251.7 billion.
- 2030 Market Projection: This market is projected to reach US$ 506.5 billion by 2030, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 40.49% during the forecast period.
The rapid expansion of the global IC Foundry market will be a key factor in driving this growth.
We have surveyed the IC Foundry manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and industry experts on this industry, involving the sales, revenue, demand, price change, product type, recent development and plan, industry trends, drivers, challenges, obstacles, and potential risks
This report aims to provide a comprehensive presentation of the global market for IC Foundry, with both quantitative and qualitative analysis, to help readers develop business/growth strategies, assess the market competitive situation, analyze their position in the current marketplace, and make informed business decisions regarding IC Foundry. This report contains market size and forecasts of IC Foundry in global, including the following market information:
- Global IC Foundry market revenue, 2019-2024, 2025-2030, ($ millions)
- Global IC Foundry market sales, 2019-2024, 2025-2030, (K Pcs)
- Global top five IC Foundry companies in 2023 (%)
- Increased Demand for Advanced Nodes
- There is a growing demand for advanced process nodes like 5nm and 3nm, driven by the rise in applications such as AI, IoT, and 5G.
- Rise of Foundry Consolidation
- Major players like TSMC and Samsung Foundry are dominating the market, leading to consolidation and increased market share for a few key companies.
- Shift Toward 12-inch Wafer Production
- The transition to 12-inch wafers is gaining momentum due to their higher yield and cost efficiency compared to 8-inch wafers.
- Growing Importance of Specialty Technologies
- Specialty technologies, such as MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) and RF (Radio Frequency) chips, are becoming increasingly important for sectors like automotive, healthcare, and consumer electronics.
- Global Expansion of Semiconductor Manufacturing
- Countries across North America, Asia, and Europe are investing heavily in expanding local semiconductor foundries to reduce dependency on Asian manufacturers.
Global IC Foundry market, by Type, 2019-2024, 2025-2030 ($ millions) & (K Pcs)
Global IC Foundry market segment percentages, by Type, 2023 (%)
- 12inch Wafer Foundry
- 8inch Wafer Foundry
Global IC Foundry market, by Application, 2019-2024, 2025-2030 ($ Millions) & (K Pcs)
Global IC Foundry market segment percentages, by Application, 2023 (%)
- Logic Technology
- Specialty Technology
Competitor Analysis
The report also provides analysis of leading market participants including:
- Key companies IC Foundry revenues in global market, 2019-2024 (estimated), ($ millions)
- Key companies IC Foundry revenues share in global market, 2023 (%)
- Key companies IC Foundry sales in global market, 2019-2024 (estimated), (K Pcs)
- Key companies IC Foundry sales share in global market, 2023 (%)
Further, the report presents profiles of competitors in the market, key players include:
- TSMC
- Samsung Foundry
- GlobalFoundries
- United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC)
- SMIC
- Tower Semiconductor
- PSMC
- VIS (Vanguard International Semiconductor)
- Hua Hong Semiconductor
- HLMC
- X-FAB
- DB HiTek
- Nexchip
- Intel Foundry Services (IFS)
- United Nova Technology
- WIN Semiconductors Corp.
- Wuhan Xinxin Semiconductor Manufacturing
- GTA Semiconductor Co., Ltd.
- CanSemi
- Polar Semiconductor, LLC
- Silterra
- SkyWater Technology
- LA Semiconductor
- Silex Microsystems
- Teledyne MEMS
- Seiko Epson Corporation
- SK keyfoundry Inc.
- SK hynix system ic Wuxi solutions
- Lfoundry
- Nisshinbo Micro Devices Inc.
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Q: What are the key driving factors and opportunities in the IC Foundry market?
A: Key drivers include advancements in semiconductor manufacturing, rising demand for consumer electronics, and the expansion of 5G and IoT. Opportunities lie in automotive semiconductors, AI chip development, and government investments in semiconductor infrastructure.
Q: Which region is projected to have the largest market share?
A: Asia-Pacific, particularly Taiwan and South Korea, is expected to maintain the largest market share due to the presence of major foundries like TSMC and Samsung Foundry.
Q: Who are the top players in the global IC Foundry market?
A: The top players include TSMC, Samsung Foundry, GlobalFoundries, SMIC, and United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC).
Q: What are the latest technological advancements in the IC Foundry industry?
A: Advancements in smaller process nodes like 5nm and 3nm, along with the rise of specialty technologies for applications like AI and IoT, are shaping the future of IC foundries.
Q: What is the current size of the global IC Foundry market?
A: The global IC Foundry market was valued at $103,290 million in 2023 and is projected to reach $228,390 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 14.0%.