UMC Notifies Customers of Price Adjustment in Second Half of Year, Reflecting Investment and Cost Increases

(Central News Agency reporter Chang Chien-chung, Hsinchu 17th) Wafer foundry UMC today confirmed that it has notified customers of a wafer price adjustment in the second half of the year, reflecting UMC's continuous investment and increased key costs such as raw materials, energy, and logistics.

UMC stated in its notification letter that the first half of 2026 is already halfway through, and demand in numerous application areas such as communications, industrial, consumer electronics, and artificial intelligence remains strong. This growth momentum has led to continued tight production capacity for UMC's product portfolio.

To meet market demand, UMC continues to improve production efficiency and increase investment in technology and capacity to ensure reliable and high-quality wafer supply. UMC pointed out that these continuous investments, as well as increases in key cost factors such as raw materials, energy, and logistics, are crucial for maintaining long-term operational excellence and service commitments.

UMC stated that in view of the above factors, it will implement wafer price adjustments in the second half of 2026 to reflect the changing supply and demand environment and the continuous investment required to support customer growth; price adjustments will be based on UMC's product portfolio strategy, capacity agreements, and long-term partnership factors.

Looking ahead, UMC expects that the structural evolution of the global semiconductor landscape will continue. UMC will continue to work closely with customers to support mutual development, enhance supply chain resilience, and improve long-term competitiveness. (Editor: Chang Chun-mao) 1150417

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