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TSCM, Acer unit to merge: venture to shift into a pure foundry operation

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TSMC-Acer Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp. will merge with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. according to a TSMC executive.

TSMC-Acer Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp.

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Niche business booms; TSMC extends costly drive for capacity

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In a stock swap estimated at $5 billion to $8 billion, Worldwide Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp. has been acquired by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. The acquisition will help Taiwan Semiconductor to maintain its position as the country's industry leader.

Asset sales & divestitures, Worldwide Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp., Brief Article

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TSMC shows interest in Acer

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Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) is looking into the possibility of acquiring a portion of Acer Semiconductor Manufacturing Inc's (ASMI) business. Although both companies have yet released details of the deal, sources say TSMC is eyeing for a 30% stake of ASMI. Industry observers believe that the acquisition, should it materialize, would enhance both parties' plant utilization level and capacity rates.

Semiconductors and related devices, Acer Semiconductor Manufacturing Inc

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