Abstract
After five consecutive years of revenue growth that brought worldwide
semiconductor revenue to a record US$247.7 billion in 2006, continued
investment in new capacity, slower worldwide GDP growth, and the cyclic
history of the industry would suggest that conditions are likely to become
more challenging.
This report analyzes the underlying demand for semiconductors and how the
demand matches with projections for semiconductor capacity, as well as other
underlying factors that will affect semiconductor demand and pricing.
The report provides:
- WW and regional GDP forecasts
- Semiconductor capital expenditure forecast
- WW semiconductor unit, ASP, and revenue forecasts
- Semiconductor revenue forecasts by region and WSTS product categories
Key findings from the report:
- Semiconductor revenue is projected to grow 7.9% in 2007 to US$267.3 billion
- A mild downturn driven by pricing pressures is anticipated in 2009
- The industry should surpass US$300 billion in revenues in 2010
- Unit demand is expected to remain strong throughout the forecast period
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