TSMC Reportedly Plans 2027 Price Hikes, HPC Order Premiums

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. is the world’s leading contract chipmaker and a critical supplier of advanced processors used in artificial intelligence and high-performance computing, or HPC. Its pricing carries broad implications for chip designers and the wider electronics supply chain. Rising costs tied to overseas fab expansion, equipment purchases and raw materials have increased pressure on TSMC to protect profitability as it builds manufacturing capacity outside Taiwan.

TSMC plans to raise wafer foundry prices from 2027, with increases ranging from 5% to 10% depending on the customer and product, according to the latest report. Customers seeking additional HPC chip orders beyond their existing allocations could face a further premium of 10% to 15%. The reported adjustments are intended to offset higher operating costs from overseas expansion, production equipment and raw materials.