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Advanced 3nm and 5nm Chip Demand Propels TSMC to Historic Quarterly Performance

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company has announced what analysts are calling a historic financial quarter, with revenue reportedly surging over a third year-over-year. The semiconductor giant’s performance appears driven by continued strong demand for advanced 3nm and 5nm process technologies, particularly from the artificial intelligence sector and major consumer electronics brands.

Record-Breaking Financial Performance

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has posted what sources indicate are record-breaking financial results for the third quarter of 2025, according to reports from the company. The semiconductor manufacturing leader reportedly achieved revenues of approximately $27.6 billion, representing growth of more than a third compared to the same period last year. Profit figures were equally impressive, reportedly jumping nearly 40 percent to reach roughly $12.6 billion, according to the analysis of the company’s financial disclosures available through their official earnings release.

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TSMC CEO Notes Intel as Both ‘Competitor’ and ‘Very Good Customer’ Amid Foundry Market Dynamics

TSMC’s CEO C.C. Wei has characterized Intel as both a competitor and “very good customer” during recent earnings discussions. The comments come as industry watchers assess Intel’s foundry ambitions against TSMC’s established market leadership and comprehensive semiconductor ecosystem.

TSMC Leadership Addresses Competitive Landscape

TSMC CEO C.C. Wei has reportedly addressed the evolving competitive dynamics in the semiconductor foundry space, specifically noting Intel’s dual role as both rival and client. During TSMC’s Q3 2025 earnings call, Wei responded to questions about investments into Intel by TSMC’s U.S. clients with measured commentary that industry analysts suggest highlights the complex relationships within the chip manufacturing sector.