The chip industry will exceed the 1 trillion dollar threshold in 2026.

The Semiconductor Industry Continues to Grow

Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) data shows that total sales in the chip industry reached $791.7 billion in 2025. The Association expects this figure to increase by 26% to $1 trillion in 2026.

Rapidly Growing Market

SIA CEO John Neuffer stated that the chip market reaching $1 trillion faster than expected is a positive sign for the industry. Neuffer said, "Growth in our sector provides exponential benefits to other sectors. Our technology is the cornerstone for critical strategic developments."

New Demand and Opportunities

Recent data center demands present significant opportunities for Nvidia, Micron Technology, and other chip manufacturers. These developments continue to allow the industry to exceed growth forecast; previous estimates predicted it would take four more years to reach $1 trillion.

Increase in Chip Revenues

Logic chips are expected to generate $301.9 billion in revenue with a 40% increase in 2025. Meanwhile, memory chips are expected to reach $223.1 billion with a 35% increase. Regionally, growth is observed in Asia-Pacific, America, Europe, and China, while only Japan is reported to have decreased.

Long-Term Uptrend

Neuffer emphasized that the fluctuations in the chip market will continue, but the long-term uptrend is solidifying. "We love these fluctuations; the pie is growing," he stated.

US-China Relations and Future Expectations

It was noted that the restrictive export barriers imposed by the US in recent years have persisted amid pressures from US-China trade tensions. However, Neuffer expressed that this situation has now eased. For the long-term development of the chip industry, there is a need for more government support for research and development, along with immigration reforms aimed at attracting talents from abroad.