Research and Development Investment: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited vs Fortive Corporation

R&D Investment Trends: TSMC vs. Fortive

__timestampFortive CorporationTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited
Wednesday, January 1, 201438760000056828800000
Thursday, January 1, 201537770000065544600000
Friday, January 1, 201638480000071207700000
Sunday, January 1, 201740600000080732500000
Monday, January 1, 201841430000085895600000
Tuesday, January 1, 201945670000091418700000
Wednesday, January 1, 2020320700000109486000000
Friday, January 1, 2021354800000124734800000
Saturday, January 1, 2022401500000163262200000
Sunday, January 1, 2023397800000182370000000
Monday, January 1, 2024414000000204182000000
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A Tale of Two Innovators: R&D Investments in the Semiconductor and Industrial Sectors

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology and industry, research and development (R&D) investments are pivotal for innovation and growth. This chart compares the R&D spending of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSMC) and Fortive Corporation from 2014 to 2023. TSMC, a leader in the semiconductor industry, has consistently increased its R&D investments, growing by over 220% from 2014 to 2023. In contrast, Fortive Corporation, a diversified industrial technology company, has maintained a steady R&D investment, with a slight increase of around 3% over the same period.

The data highlights TSMC's aggressive push towards innovation, reflecting its commitment to maintaining a competitive edge in the semiconductor market. Meanwhile, Fortive's stable investment strategy underscores its focus on sustaining technological advancements across its diverse portfolio. Notably, the data for 2024 is incomplete, indicating potential shifts in future investment strategies.

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Date published
28 Jan 2025