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NVIDIA to Outpace Apple as TSMC's Top Customer by 2026

1/26/2026

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NVIDIA Corporation (NVIDIA) is set to become Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC)'s largest customer in 2026, surpassing Apple Inc.
Analysts estimate NVIDIA will generate about $33 billion for TSMC, versus Apple Inc.'s $27 billion.
TSMC's AI chip revenue has surged to 55% of net revenue in the last quarter.
TSMC plans to invest up to $56 billion to meet AI demand, amid concerns about a potential AI bubble.

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Historical Context

Established in 1987, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) revolutionized the semiconductor industry by pioneering the fabless foundry model. By 2021, TSMC's revenue surged 25% amid a global semiconductor shortage, with AI chip sales comprising 55% of its net revenue. The company plans to invest $56 billion to meet rising AI demands, reflecting its critical role in global tech supply chains.

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Story summary

NVIDIA Corporation (NVIDIA) is set to become Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC)'s largest customer in 2026, surpassing Apple Inc.
Analysts estimate NVIDIA will generate about $33 billion for TSMC, versus Apple Inc.'s $27 billion.
TSMC's AI chip revenue has surged to 55% of net revenue in the last quarter.
TSMC plans to invest up to $56 billion to meet AI demand, amid concerns about a potential AI bubble.

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