Asia chip stocks fell on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced he will impose a 100% tariff on imports of semiconductors and chips.

Trump's announcement on CNBC's "Squawk Box" came on the heels of him unveiling new tariff rates on numerous countries, with some facing steep hikes.

President Donald Trump said he will impose a 100% tariff on imports of semiconductors and chips, but not for companies that are "building in the United States."

The president said companies will face no tariffs if they are building or have committed to building manufacturing plants in the U.S.

The major U.S. indexes are tracking for weekly gains.

President’s plan expected to increase cost of electronics and household goods but US-produced chips to be exempt

The tariff would not apply to businesses that made a commitment to build and invest in the United States.

Investors will be keeping a close watch on chip stocks following U.S. President Donald Trump's vow.

President Donald Trump says he's imposing a 100% tariff on computer chips— a move that will likely raise the cost of electronics, autos, household appliances and other essential…

Asia chip stocks fell on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced he will impose a 100% tariff on imports of semiconductors and chips.

US President Donald Trump said the tariff will not impact companies if they have already invested in US facilities.

Trump hat eingeführte Chips mit einem Zoll von 100 Prozent belegt – möglicherweise mit Ausnahmen. Davon könnten die größten asiatischen Chiphersteller TSMC und Samsung profitieren.

There had been hopes TSMC's plan to invest an additional $100 billion in the United States would shield Taiwan from new tariffs.

U.S. President Donald Trump has divulged more of his semiconductor tariff plans, but his latest threats create as many questions than answers.

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said the US will impose a tariff of about 100 percent on imports of semiconductors but offered up a big exemption — it will not apply to…

Donald Trump has said he will impose a 100% tariff on computer chips, likely resulting in the costs of electronic goods and household appliances rising. Speaking in the Oval…

Shares of major chip stocks rose as investors bet these companies' U.S. investments may help mitigate President Trump's proposed 100% semiconductor tariffs.

Taiwan’s export-reliant economy under pressure as Trump threatens 100 per cent tariffs on semiconductors – unless firms build in the US.

The President said he plans to introduce 100% tariffs on foreign-made chips, but the largest producers may avoid the levy.

New US duties could add to distrust of Washington in Asia, where Beijing is trying to win friends and influence people.

New US duties could add to distrust of Washington in Asia, where Beijing is trying to win friends and influence people.