AI boom powers Tokyo Electron to record profit
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Tokyo Electron is set to report a record profit, driven by strong demand for AI-related chipmaking equipment, the company's chief financial officer said.
The Japanese semiconductor equipment maker expects earnings to hit an all-time high as chipmakers expand production to meet the AI boom.
The CFO's comments signal confidence that spending on advanced chip manufacturing will stay strong.