# TSMC set to post 50% quarterly profit jump, extend record earnings on insatiable AI demand.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-04-16 · The Economic Times*

## Key points

- TSMC's 3-nanometre and advanced packaging production currently cannot meet surging AI chip demand.
- TSMC will manufacture 3-nanometre chips in Japan, revising prior plans for mature nodes.
- TSMC's first-quarter net profit is projected to surge 50% to $17.23 billion, a record high.
- TSMC is investing $165 billion in US chip factories, signaling long-term commitment to US manufacturing.

**Companies:** Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co, Apple, Nvidia
**Countries:** Taiwan, South Korea, United States, Japan

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