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United Microelectronics Corporation reports recurring developments in semiconductor foundry operations, including monthly consolidated sales, quarterly operating results, wafer shipment trends, gross margin, and demand across communications, computer, consumer, industrial, and other chip end markets. Company updates also cover technology-node traction such as 22nm revenue contribution and capacity activity across 8-inch and 12-inch wafer portfolios.
UMC news also includes manufacturing partnerships tied to advanced photonics and compound semiconductor production. Through Wavetek Microelectronics, a wholly owned subsidiary, the company supports foundry production for technologies such as thin-film lithium niobate, gallium nitride, and gallium arsenide used in optical interconnects, RF, power electronics, and AI data-center applications.
United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) was awarded the title of “Best Silicon Foundry (CMOS)” by Infineon Technologies AG during the 2022 Global Supplier Day in Kuala Lumpur on October 13. This recognition highlights UMC's commitment to excellence in manufacturing and support for customers amid supply chain challenges. UMC has maintained a strong partnership with Infineon for over 20 years, focusing on high-quality IC fabrication services and technologies relevant to the automotive sector and emerging markets like 5G and AIoT.
United Microelectronics Corporation (NYSE: UMC) announced its unaudited net sales for September 2022, reporting revenues of NT$25,218,828,000. This reflects a significant increase of 34.5% from September 2021, when revenues were NT$18,750,564,000. For the period of January to September 2022, total revenues reached NT$210,869,549,000, marking a 37.01% year-over-year growth from NT$153,911,430,000 in the same period last year.
UMC has partnered with Avalanche Technology to launch its new High-Reliability Persistent SRAM (P-SRAM) memory devices using UMC's 22nm process technology. This product utilizes Avalanche's third-generation STT-MRAM technology, promoting enhanced density, reliability, and power efficiency. The devices feature over 1014 write cycle endurance and a 1,000-year data retention period, catering to applications that demand high durability without external batteries. UMC is positioned to capitalize on increasing demand for robust memory solutions.
United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) reported unaudited net sales for August 2022, showcasing significant growth. Revenue for the month reached NT$25,346.1 million, up 34.89% from NT$18,790.0 million in August 2021. Year-to-date sales from January to August 2022 totaled NT$185,650.7 million, marking a 37.36% increase compared to NT$135,160.9 million for the same period in 2021. These results highlight UMC's strong market position and robust demand for its semiconductor products.
United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) and Cadence Design Systems (CDNS) announced the certification of Cadence's analog/mixed-signal IC design flow for UMC's 22ULP/ULL process technologies. This collaboration enhances process efficiency and shortens design cycles for applications in 5G, IoT, and displays. UMC's 22nm technology focuses on ultra-low power and leakage, providing customers with a balance of cost and performance. The certified flow includes tools like the Virtuoso design platform and Spectre AMS Designer, aimed at boosting design efficiency.
United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) reported a significant increase in net sales for July 2022, achieving revenues of NT$24.83 billion, a 35.18% year-over-year rise from NT$18.37 billion in July 2021. For the January to July period, UMC's revenues totaled NT$160.30 billion, marking a 37.75% increase year-over-year compared to NT$116.37 billion in the same timeframe of 2021, representing an absolute growth of NT$43.93 billion. All figures are consolidated and expressed in thousands of New Taiwan Dollars.
United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) reported robust Q2 2022 results, with revenue rising 13.6% QoQ to NT$72.06 billion (US$2.43 billion) and a 41.5% YoY increase. Gross margin reached 46.5%, while net income attributable to shareholders was NT$21.33 billion (US$718 million), translating to NT$1.74 per share. The company maintained over 100% capacity utilization and reported strong demand for its 22/28nm technologies, accounting for 22% of wafer revenue. UMC anticipates stable business amid potential fluctuations in consumer electronics demand and emphasizes its commitment to sustainability with validated emissions reduction targets.
United Microelectronics Corporation (NYSE: UMC) reported its unaudited net sales for June 2022, revealing significant growth. Revenues for June totaled NT$24.83 billion, up 43.2% year-over-year from NT$17.34 billion. For the first half of 2022, total revenues reached NT$135.48 billion, reflecting a 38.2% increase compared to NT$98.00 billion in the same period last year. This robust performance indicates a strong demand for UMC's products and services, boosting investor confidence.
United Microelectronics Corporation (NYSE: UMC) has achieved validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its climate goals, becoming the first semiconductor foundry globally to do so. UMC aims for a 25% reduction in direct greenhouse gas emissions and a 12.3% reduction in value chain emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. The company's commitment to net zero emissions by 2050 reflects over two decades of effort in combating climate change. UMC is actively investing in advanced technologies to enhance energy efficiency and is part of the RE100 initiative to increase renewable energy usage.
United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) announced its unaudited net sales for May 2022, reporting revenues of NT$24.43 billion, a significant increase of NT$7.24 billion or 42.14% year-over-year compared to May 2021's NT$17.19 billion. For the year-to-date period from January to May 2022, UMC's total revenue reached NT$110.65 billion, reflecting a 37.17% rise from NT$80.67 billion during the same timeframe in 2021. These figures demonstrate UMC's robust growth trajectory amidst a favorable market environment.