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Can TSM Meet FY26 Margin Guidance Amid Fab Expansion Cost Pressures?

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TSM is targeting gross margin expansion in 2026 despite a costly global fab expansion. Management is banking on strong AI chip demand, scale and higher utilization to offset rising overseas production expenses, implying margin improvement by 2026 while near-term profitability may remain pressured by elevated capex and overseas costs.

Analysis

TSM is targeting gross margin expansion in 2026 despite a costly global fab expansion. Management is banking on strong AI chip demand, scale and higher utilization to offset rising overseas production expenses, implying margin improvement by 2026 while near-term profitability may remain pressured by elevated capex and overseas costs.

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