The U.S. government significantly tightened restrictions on the use of American semiconductor manufacturing equipment in China on August 29, 2025. This action involved revoking authorizations that allowed major chipmakers like SK Hynix and Samsung to receive U.S. semiconductor manufacturing equipment for their facilities in China. These companies will now be required to obtain licenses for such purchases.
This regulatory move mirrors earlier steps taken by the U.S. Commerce Department and is expected to make it harder for these companies to produce chips in China. The tightening of export controls poses a direct challenge for U.S. equipment makers, including KLA Corporation, as it could lead to lower short-term demand from China. KLA's shares fell 2.8% in the afternoon session following this news.
The evolving policy environment creates increased uncertainty and lower visibility for KLA's China business, which is a significant market for the company. The restrictions could materially impact operations, revenue, and potentially require deposit returns, as noted in previous company statements regarding export controls. This development highlights the ongoing geopolitical risks affecting the semiconductor industry.
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