Renesas Electronics saw revenue and profit tumble in the first quarter of 2025, hit by ongoing softness in automotive and industrial chip demand. On a non-GAAP basis, Renesas reported consolidated revenue of JPY308.8 billion (approx. US$2.16 billion), down 12.2% from a year earlier. Operating profit declined 26.2% to JPY83.8 billion, while net income plunged 30.8% to JPY73.3 billion.
As electric vehicle adoption steadily climbs across Taiwan, the role of charging infrastructure is undergoing a rapid transformation. Taiwanese charging station manufacturers, once locked in a battle of equipment specifications emphasizing "fast charging and high power," are now expanding their focus to encompass broader software integration, intelligent operations, and energy management systems.
Texas Instruments (TI) reported robust first-quarter earnings for 2025, buoyed by a steady recovery across key application sectors, particularly in the automotive market. As the global semiconductor cycle shows signs of normalization, TI is deepening its commitment to automotive technologies—especially advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), infotainment platforms, and integrated cockpit solutions.
In April 2024, AUO officially completed its acquisition of BHTC, marking a significant milestone in the company's future growth trajectory. Nearly a year later, the deal continues to attract considerable attention in the industry due to its implications for AUO's expansion in the automotive sector.