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China-bound SF4 prices could rise up to 15%—Reuters reports Samsung prioritizing US customers
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Fusion42 · 20 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Samsung has raised regional prices for its 4nm (SF4) semiconductor foundry process by 10-15% in China and the US, and 5-10% in Taiwan due to supply prioritization favoring US customers, amid excess demand and US export controls restricting Chinese semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Semiconductors.
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You must factor regional supply and pricing gaps into chip procurement strategy as Samsung prioritizes US orders over China and reserves capacity for itself. Chinese chip buyers face dwindling options and higher costs, so explore diversified foundry partners or risk margin pressure.
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