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Siltronic AG is a German company that operates within the semiconductor industry, specializing in the manufacture of hyperpure silicon wafers. These wafers are essential components used in the production of various semiconductor devices, including microprocessors and memory chips, serving industries such as consumer electronics, telecommunications, and automotive electronics. With its headquarters in Munich, Germany, Siltronic has an established global manufacturing footprint, including facilities in Europe, Asia, and the United States, enabling it to supply a wide range of international clients. The company’s strategic positioning is reinforced by its advanced technological capabilities in silicon wafer production, which cater to the evolving needs of semiconductor manufacturers.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. is the world's largest dedicated chip foundry, with about 70% market share in 2025. TSMC was founded in 1987 as a joint venture of Philips, the government of Taiwan, and private investors. It went public in Taiwan in 1994 and as an ADR in the US in 1997. TSMC's scale and high-quality technology allow the firm to generate solid operating margins, even in the highly competitive foundry business. Furthermore, the shift to the fabless business model has created tailwinds for TSMC. The foundry leader has an illustrious base of customers, including Apple, AMD, and Nvidia, that look to apply its cutting-edge process technologies to their semiconductor designs. TSMC employs more than 83,000 people.