Research and Development Investment: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited vs Super Micro Computer, Inc.

R&D Investment Trends in Semiconductor Giants

__timestampSuper Micro Computer, Inc.Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited
Wednesday, January 1, 20148425700056828800000
Thursday, January 1, 201510025700065544600000
Friday, January 1, 201612399400071207700000
Sunday, January 1, 201714135800080732500000
Monday, January 1, 201816510400085895600000
Tuesday, January 1, 201917990700091418700000
Wednesday, January 1, 2020221478000109486000000
Friday, January 1, 2021224369000124734800000
Saturday, January 1, 2022272273000163262200000
Sunday, January 1, 2023307260000182370000000
Monday, January 1, 2024462926000204182000000
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A Decade of Innovation: R&D Investments in the Semiconductor Industry

In the ever-evolving world of technology, research and development (R&D) investments are the lifeblood of innovation. Over the past decade, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSMC) and Super Micro Computer, Inc. have demonstrated contrasting yet fascinating trajectories in their R&D expenditures.

From 2014 to 2024, TSMC's R&D spending surged by over 250%, reflecting its commitment to maintaining a competitive edge in the semiconductor industry. By 2024, TSMC's R&D expenses reached a staggering $204 billion, underscoring its role as a global leader in chip manufacturing. In contrast, Super Micro Computer, Inc. increased its R&D investments by approximately 450% during the same period, reaching $463 million in 2024. This growth highlights its strategic focus on innovation to enhance its product offerings.

These trends reveal the dynamic nature of the tech industry, where strategic R&D investments are pivotal for sustained growth and technological advancement.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published
28 Jan 2025