Global semiconductor sales 2012-2024, by month

In December 2024, global semiconductor sales came to a total of 56.97 billion U.S. dollars for the month. When compared to the same month of the previous year, semiconductor sales were up by over 12 billion U.S. dollars.

Varying markets between the regions

In 2024, the Asian region remained the largest market for semiconductors, ahead of the Americas and Europe. Semiconductor sales in Europe are lower than in other regions, although this is likely to be boosted by the announcement from the European Union that it wants to set a goal for Europe to produce at least 20 percent of the world’s semiconductors by value by 2030.

Semiconductor capital expenditure a key focus

Increased levels of spending are required across the entire semiconductor value chain to meet the demand for semiconductors from all sectors of the economy. As a result, capital expenditure is regarded as a key indicator of growth in the semiconductor industry, particularly increased investment in manufacturing capacity and capability.