by Greg LaRocca, Director of Market Research and Economic Policy
SIA’s annual State of the U.S. Semiconductor Industry report, released today, provides a snapshot of where the industry stands in 2026: the extraordinary growth underway, the opportunities and challenges ahead, and the policy priorities necessary to sustain U.S. leadership in this vital technology. The semiconductor market reached new heights in 2025, and that trend has […]
WASHINGTON—May 27, 2026—The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today announced Ari Sulby has joined the organization as director of global policy, where he will focus on international trade and policy developments in Europe and Korea. “Ari brings deep trade policy expertise and experience in global economic engagement to SIA at a pivotal time for the semiconductor […]
WASHINGTON—April 1, 2026—Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) President and CEO John Neuffer today expressed disappointment trade negotiators from around the world failed to reach an agreement to permanently prohibit duties on digital trade during last week’s World Trade Organization (WTO) Ministerial Conference in Yaoundé, Cameroon. The duty-free flow of data and digital goods advances trade in semiconductor […]
WASHINGTON—March 24, 2026—The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today released the following statement from SIA President and CEO John Neuffer urging trade negotiators from the United States and around the world to renew and make permanent the World Trade Organization (WTO) Moratorium on Customs Duties on Electronic Transmissions. Global trade negotiators will convene March 26-29 for […]
WASHINGTON—November 20, 2025—The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today announced AMD Chair and CEO Dr. Lisa Su has been elected Chair of the SIA Board of Directors. SIA represents 99% of the U.S. semiconductor industry by revenue and nearly two-thirds of non-U.S. chip firms. “We are delighted to welcome Dr. Lisa Su as SIA Chair during […]
WASHINGTON—Oct. 26, 2025—The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today released the following statement from SIA President and CEO John Neuffer welcoming the announcement of U.S. trade deals with several Southeast Asian countries important to semiconductor supply chains. “Southeast Asia has carved out a critical and growing role in the global semiconductor ecosystem in recent years. The […]
WASHINGTON—October 24, 2025—The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today released the following statement from SIA Vice President of Government Affairs David Isaacs on the American AI Exports Program and the recently released Request for Information (RFI) seeking input from stakeholders. Semiconductors are the backbone of AI, and this program represents a critical opportunity to strengthen American […]
WASHINGTON—August 7, 2025—The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today released the following statement from SIA President and CEO John Neuffer regarding President Trump’s semiconductor tariff announcement. The semiconductor industry is investing $630 billion in 28 states across America, strengthening our economic and national security, and delivering on the President’s goal to revitalize American semiconductor manufacturing. To […]
WASHINGTON—July 17, 2024—The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today announced Jaclyn Kellon has joined the association as a director on the global policy team. Jaclyn will be responsible for matters related to supply chain security and cybersecurity, with regional responsibility for Southeast Asia and India. “As we navigate an increasingly complex global landscape, robust and complementary […]
The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) released its annual State of the U.S. Semiconductor Industry report today. This report provides a snapshot of where the industry stands in 2025: the progress underway, the challenges and opportunities ahead, and the stakes of getting it right. In 2024, global semiconductor industry sales hit $630.5 billion, beating initial forecasts and topping […]
by Mary Thornton, Vice President, Global Policy
Semiconductors are in the spotlight. Over the past few years, governments and industry alike have recognized the critical role semiconductor technologies play in fueling America’s economic and industrial competitiveness, strengthening national security, and underpinning America’s leadership across a range of technologies. Today, David Isaacs, Vice President of Government Affairs at SIA, will offer testimony to […]
WASHINGTON—Feb. 21, 2025—The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today released the following statement from SIA President and CEO John Neuffer. Semiconductors are the sixth-largest U.S. export sector. “Our companies are investing nearly half-a-trillion dollars to manufacture and develop more semiconductors in the U.S., create high-paying American jobs, secure our supply chains, and win global markets. “We’re […]
