WSTS: It is expected that the global semiconductor market size will reach $700.9 billion by 2025, an increase of 11.2%

On June 3rd, the World Semiconductor Trade Statistics Organization (WSTS) released its latest global semiconductor market forecast, confirming growth in 2025 and emphasizing that the global semiconductor market will continue to maintain strong growth until 2026.

WSTS points out that following a strong rebound in 2024, the global semiconductor market is expected to grow by 11.2% in 2025, with a total value of $700.9 billion. This confirms WSTS' expectation for sustained industry growth. This expansion is mainly due to the sustained strong momentum in the logic and storage fields, both of which are expected to achieve strong double-digit growth, thanks to the continued demand in areas such as artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure, and advanced consumer electronics. In addition, sub sectors such as sensors and simulations are expected to make positive contributions, although the growth is relatively mild.

WSTS stated that although the overall market is expanding, it is expected that some product segments will continue to shrink. Discrete semiconductors, optoelectronic devices, and micro integrated circuits are expected to experience a lower single digit decline. These declines are mainly attributed to ongoing trade tensions and negative economic development trends, which have disrupted supply chains and suppressed demand in specific application areas.

From a regional perspective, the Americas and Asia Pacific regions will lead the growth, with expected growth rates of 18.0% and 9.8%, respectively. In contrast, Europe and Japan are expected to show moderate growth.

Looking ahead, WSTS predicts that the global semiconductor market will grow by 8.5% to reach $760.7 billion by 2026. Growth will be widely present in various regions and product categories. It is expected that storage will once again lead growth, and logic and analog devices will also contribute. From a regional perspective, all major markets are expected to expand, with the Americas and Asia Pacific regions continuing to lead growth, while Europe and Japan are expected to strengthen.