Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
In past years, most firms in the Integrated Circuit Manufacturing industry were foundries, only manufacturing integrated circuits designed by other companies. In recent years, some Chinese firms have started to manufacture integrated circuits from their own designs.
The industry's development has been driven by upgrades in the equipment and technology used by the industry firms. An increased focus on intellectual property and patents also contributed to increased growth.
The industry developed at very rapid rate in the ten years to 2007; however, increased global competition, the global financial crisis, and lower product prices contributed to weaker industry growth in 2008 and... purchase to read more
Industry Report - Industry Key Buyers Chapter
The Integrated Circuit Manufacturing Industry in China has a low concentration level. The largest four companies in this industry are forecast to account for 24.7% of industry revenue in 2012, and there are many small firms. This low concentration level is mainly due to the top manufacturers having a short history. Although the parent companies have been long established, the subsidiaries in China are relatively new.
The industry concentration level is increasing, as there is a trend for larger participants to acquire smaller companies. In 2009, the top ten companies in China accounted for 17.0% of industry employment and the limited quality of production disadvantaged these firms and prevented them from lowering costs via economies of scale... purchase to read more