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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) reported robust Q1 2021 results with consolidated revenue of NT$47.10 billion, up 4.0% QoQ and 11.4% YoY. The gross margin improved to 26.5%, with a net income of NT$10.43 billion, translating to earnings per share of NT$0.85. Wafer shipments reached 2.37 million, fully utilizing capacity. The company plans a significant NT$100 billion investment to expand capacity at Fab 12A, aiming for production in Q2 2023, further solidifying its market position in 28nm and 22nm technologies.
United Microelectronics Corporation (NYSE: UMC) plans to expand its 300mm Fab 12A Phase 6 in Tainan, Taiwan, with a total investment of NT$100 billion. This expansion will facilitate long-term chip supply through customer collaborations, aiming for production in Q2 2023. The project will enhance UMC's capacity by adding 27.5K 300mm wafers per month, marking a significant growth opportunity. UMC's investments in Tainan will reach approximately NT$150 billion over three years, reinforcing its competitive position in the semiconductor market.
United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) reported unaudited net sales for March 2021, with revenues reaching NT$16,619,555, marking a year-over-year increase of NT$2,049,147 or 14.06%. For the first quarter of 2021, total revenues stood at NT$47,097,012, an increase of NT$4,829,165 or 11.43% compared to the same period in 2020. These results reflect UMC's solid growth trajectory and a strong demand in the semiconductor industry.
United Microelectronics Corporation (NYSE: UMC) reported unaudited net sales for February 2021, showing continued growth. The company's revenues reached NT$14,947,898, a 9.86% increase compared to NT$13,606,421 in February 2020. For the January-February period, total revenues stood at NT$30,477,457, up 10.04% from NT$27,697,439 in the same timeframe last year. This growth highlights UMC's solid performance in a challenging market.
United Microelectronics Corporation (NYSE: UMC) reported unaudited net sales for January 2021, achieving revenues of NT$15,529,559, comparing favorably to NT$14,091,018 in January 2020. This marks a year-over-year increase of NT$1,438,541, or 10.21%. Consolidated figures have been provided, emphasizing UMC's growth trajectory in the semiconductor industry.
United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) reported a consolidated revenue of NT$45.30 billion for Q4 2020, marking a 8.2% increase year-over-year. The company achieved a gross margin of 23.9% and net income of NT$11.20 billion, with EPS at NT$0.92. For 2020, UMC's revenue grew 26% in USD, driven by robust demand in consumer and computing applications. Looking ahead, UMC anticipates stable wafer shipments and a budgeted capital expenditure of US$1.5 billion for 2021 to meet strong demand.