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ASML lithography tools supply squeezed as AI boom fills production lines
Surging demand for AI semiconductors is straining supplies of ASML lithography tools, with the Dutch equipment maker saying planned capacity will not meet customer demand in 2027 and 2028. ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet said demand forecasts keep rising as AI chip investment expands, and some customers are already showing interest in ordering tools for 2029 and 2030. The company plans to expand capacity and improve existing equipment performance.
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Samsung Electronics to adopt ASML high-NA EUV for DRAM in 2028
Samsung Electronics said on Tuesday it has joined ASML\'s large mask consortium to co-develop next-generation 12-inch photomasks and plans to introduce high-NA EUV tools into advanced DRAM manufacturing by 2028. The shift from 6-inch to 12-inch masks alongside high-NA EUV is aimed at easing stitching constraints, boosting fab productivity and lowering chip manufacturing costs. Samsung and ASML also plan to strengthen cooperation and seek further collaboration opportunities.
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ASML seeks 30 percent capacity boost as hopes rise for Europe\'s first $1 trillion company
ASML raised its 2026 revenue forecast to 43 billion to 45 billion euros and said it will expand production capacity by 30 percent over the next two years, fueling expectations that Europe could see its first $1 trillion company. The company detailed plans to increase annual output of EUV and DUV immersion tools. It also reported second-quarter results and strong customer orders, while highlighting risks including export controls and whether expansion translates into sales.
