The Rise of Arizona as the Heart of the Semiconductor Industry

November 03, 2025

The Phoenix Business Journal reports that since 2020, Arizona has attracted more than $205 billion in semiconductor investment—more than any other state.

TSMC, the world’s leading semiconductor foundry, has announced an impressive $165 billion investment in Arizona to date, with global companies Apple, NVIDIA, AMD and Qualcomm all agreeing to buy chips from Arizona. Intel has also announced more than $32 billion in investments in Arizona to build two new fabrication facilities.

The future of the U.S. semiconductor industry will be shaped by bold collaboration—and Arizona is at the forefront. Boasting a vibrant innovation ecosystem, renowned universities and strong industry partnerships, the state is establishing a new national benchmark for what can be achieved. From research labs to manufacturing facilities, classrooms to clean rooms, Arizona isn’t just preparing for the future of semiconductors—it’s actively creating it.

 

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