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TSMC Q3 Profit Soars 69% YoY, EPS Hits Record NT$29.43
Electronic Technology · Semiconductors · economic_daily · 2026-10-15
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TSMC reported strong Q3 earnings with a 68.7% year-over-year increase in net income, driven by robust demand for AI and high-performance computing.
What Happened
Strong Financial Results: TSMC reported a stellar third quarter with consolidated revenue of NT$1.49 trillion, up 50.9% year-over-year. Net income reached NT$763.1 billion, a 68.7% increase, reflecting the company's exceptional profitability and market strength.
Profitability and Margins: The company achieved a gross margin of 66.4% and an operating margin of 58.7%, both hitting the upper end of its guidance. Despite rising costs associated with global expansion, the shift toward higher-margin advanced nodes has significantly boosted bottom-line growth.
Advanced Process Leadership: Advanced nodes (7nm and below) accounted for 79% of total revenue, with 3nm technology emerging as the primary revenue driver at 33%. This dominance highlights the critical role TSMC plays in the global AI and high-performance computing supply chain.
Future Outlook: Investors are now focused on the Q4 outlook, specifically regarding AI demand sustainability and the progress of 2nm production. Additionally, the company's 2027 capital expenditure plans will be critical in determining its long-term growth trajectory.
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