Semiconductor Market Share by Country: Top 5

4. United States

Number of fabrication plants: 76

Global semiconductor sales reached $574 billion in 2022, and U.S. semiconductor companies accounted for sales totaling $275 billion which amounts to around 48% of global market share.

For an extended period, chip manufacturing has been concentrated in Southeast Asia and China. During times of smooth supply chain operations, there was little motivation for companies to establish new fabs outside this region. However, the landscape has shifted due to challenges in chip production and distribution arising during the pandemic. These factors have led companies to reconsider their fab locations, with a newfound interest in exploring sites in the United States.

The availability of subsidies stands out as a significant factor when assessing potential new locations. In fact, Intel is planning a substantial investment of up to $100 billion to establish what could become the world’s largest chip-making complex in Ohio. This move aims to enhance capacity in response to the global shortage of semiconductors, impacting various industries from smartphones to automobiles.