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Lee Hyungil: "Semiconductor Boom to Last at Least Through Next Year"
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Fusion42 · 18 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Lee Hyungil, South Korea's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and Economy, forecasts that the global semiconductor market boom will continue at least through 2027 due to structural demand far outstripping supply despite recent stock declines and global interest rate concerns.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Semiconductors, and 3 sources have reported it between 17 Oct 2026 and 18 Oct 2026.
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The semiconductor market's strong growth signals ongoing opportunities in chip supply and support industries through next year. You need to align your product timelines and partnerships to capitalise on sustained demand and South Korea’s economic resilience.
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3 sources · first reported 17 Oct 2026 · latest 18 Oct 2026
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