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Dutch chip equipment maker Besi sees surge in hybrid bonding orders on AI infrastructure investment

Dutch semiconductor equipment maker BE Semiconductor Industries (Besi) posted strong quarterly results, benefiting from expanding investment in AI infrastructure. Besi recorded first-quarter revenue of 185 million euros and net profit of 52 million euros, according to a recent report by Techzine. Its order backlog rose and beat analysts\' forecasts, more than doubling on an annual basis. CEO Richard Blickman highlighted particularly strong demand for hybrid bonding systems.

Finance

KOSPI nears record high breakout as analysts call for hedges beyond semiconductors

South Korea\'s KOSPI is nearing a break above its previous record high, lifting expectations for a stock market rally as Middle East geopolitical risks ease. The index slipped on April 17 as foreign investors turned to heavy net selling after U.S. shares hit records. Analysts expect strong tussles around the 6,300 level but see a record high as a matter of time, with semiconductors the key driver. They also recommend portfolio hedges such as IT hardware, defence and machinery.

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ASML raises annual revenue forecast amid chip market recovery, eyes capex from TSMC, Samsung, SK Hynix

ASML raised its 2026 net sales guidance after reporting first-quarter results that topped market expectations, as it cited rising semiconductor demand driven by expanding AI infrastructure investment. The company lifted its forecast range to 36 to 40 billion euros from 34 to 39 billion euros. CEO Christophe Fouquet said chip demand is outpacing supply and customers are bringing forward capacity expansion plans aimed at 2026 and beyond.