Apple is increasing its investment in India while reducing those in Vietnam. Donald Trump and Narendra Modi met in the US as the duo tried to balance bilateral trade.
Apple makes manufacturing pivots: Scaleback Vietnam MacBook Production, Ramps Up India Operations
Apple is shifting its strategy by expanding its plans to expand production of MacBooks in Vietnam, which was expected to ramp up in the second half of 2024. The heart of Apple’s production plans.
Will Trump’s tariff war benefit India’s tech sector?
The tariffs on semiconductors proposed by Donald Trump could boost India’s tech sector by encouraging supply chain diversification. US companies rely on Taiwan’s manufacturing industry to face higher costs, allowing them to rely on the Indian semiconductor industry, particularly for gatherings, testing and packaging. India is already positioned as an attractive alternative due to its semiconductor missions and various incentives. However, issues such as infrastructure gaps and shortages remain.
Analysts highlight the importance of joint ventures, stable policies and target investments to help India effectively utilize these global supply chain shifts and strengthen the semiconductor industry.
The US is seeking a trade balance with India, aiming for bilateral trade of USD 500 billion by 2030
The debate between the US and India has intensified by addressing trade imbalances, and the US has raised concerns about India’s tariff policy. Following a meeting between the two leaders, both sides acknowledged the need for further negotiations to resolve the trade disparities, but specific details of the potential agreement remain private.
Micron reportedly is looking for a new contractor for the Indian ATMP facility amid delays
Micron Technology has launched a bid process to secure construction partners for the second phase of the ATMP project as the first phase of the ATMP facility in India faces delays, and timed India’s first domestic manufacturing chips We are challenging our goal of producing in Lee.
LAM research investing US$1.14 billion in Karnataka, India
The US-based LAM research will invest India 100 billion (approximately USD 1.14 billion) in the Indian semiconductor manufacturing sector, as it will target a market value of USD 103 billion by 2030. For this, we signed the MOU with the Karnataka government.
Smartphone premiums in India slow to make Apple the top five for the first time
In 2024, sales of premium devices slowed in the Indian smartphone market, and growth was expected in 2025 from low-range models. Indian market in the fourth quarter.
