United Microelectronics (UMC) beats Q2 estimates and lifts 2026 CapEx to $2B on rising AI demand and silicon photonics growth.

UMC raises its 2026 capex to $2 billion as AI demand boosts semiconductor growth, expanding manufacturing capacity in Taiwan and Singapore to support global customers.

United Microelectronics (UMC) beats Q2 estimates and lifts 2026 CapEx to $2B on rising AI demand and silicon photonics growth.