# TSMC commits additional $100 billion to boost US chip production

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has pledged an extra $100 billion to expand its production capacity in the United States. This major investment aims to strengthen the domestic semiconductor supply chain and reduce reliance on overseas manufacturing, addressing national security and economic concerns.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### World
- [BBC World](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c62x8ldxr7eo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:23:00 GMT