China accelerates chip self-sufficiency as ASML faces fresh pressure

China is accelerating its semiconductor self-sufficiency with the development of domestic deep ultraviolet (DUV) lithography machines, challenging ASML's market dominance. This move, driven by US export restrictions, creates long-term risk for ASML's significant China revenues, even though ASML retains its monopoly on more advanced EUV technology.

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