Odaily Planet Daily reports that according to a global semiconductor equipment market report released by the international semiconductor industry association SEMI, global sales of semiconductor manufacturing equipment reached $36.55 billion in the first quarter of 2026, representing a 14% year-over-year increase and a 1% quarter-over-quarter increase, setting a new all-time high for a single quarter. The top three semiconductor equipment markets in the first quarter were mainland China at $10.99 billion, South Korea at $8.93 billion, and Taiwan at $8.77 billion, collectively accounting for more than 70% of global equipment spending.
Global semiconductor equipment sales reach record high in Q1 2026
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On-chain data shows global semiconductor equipment sales reached $36.55 billion in Q1 2026, according to SEMI. Sales increased 14% year-over-year and 1% quarter-over-quarter. Mainland China led with $10.99 billion, followed by South Korea ($8.93 billion) and Taiwan ($8.77 billion). These three regions accounted for over 70% of total spending. On-chain analysis confirms sustained demand in key markets.
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