Semiconductors

Tech company sole private-sector candidate to bail out China’s once national champion.

Company faces limits at home and pressure abroad, while Tokyo joins global race.

The round brings Hailo’s total funding to USD 224 million.

China has managed to produce 16% of its chips domestically as equipment delays hamper push toward 2025 target.

Tokyo had an inside track with Taiwan semiconductor giant in joint R&D deal.

After shrinking for three decades, industry approaches moment of truth.

Semiconductor and electronics prices are set to rise absent major economic slowdowns.

Teardown analysis reflects impact of US sanctions on former No. 2 player.