Global Semiconductor Equipment Sales Rise 23% in Q2 2026 Amid AI Demand

Global billings for semiconductor manufacturing equipment reached US$40.53 billion in Q2 2026, marking a 23% year-on-year increase and a second consecutive quarter of record sales. This significant growth is primarily fueled by ongoing investments in advanced manufacturing capacity. The surge is attributed to the escalating demand for AI infrastructure and the global expansion of AI computing capabilities.