➀ The SEMI reports a surge in wafer factory investments due to market recovery and government incentives, with global capacity expected to grow by 6% in 2024 and 7% in 2025. ➁ The US, Europe, and Japan are leading the chip manufacturing race, with over 100 new wafer factories expected to be built in the next five years. ➂ Malaysia, India, and Vietnam are actively seeking to establish themselves as major players in the semiconductor industry, with ambitious plans and investments.