Description
The integrated circuit (IC) production volume in China is compiled and published by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) of China. This indicator measures the total number of integrated circuits produced within a specific period and is used to observe the growth and development of China’s semiconductor industry. A higher production volume generally indicates a robust and expanding semiconductor sector, while a lower production volume may suggest potential challenges or a slowdown.
An integrated circuit (IC) is a miniaturized electronic device that integrates multiple electronic components, such as transistors, resistors, and capacitors, onto a single semiconductor chip. This design significantly reduces the size of circuits and is widely used in various electronic devices, including smartphones, computers, and household appliances.
The production volume is calculated by aggregating the total number of integrated circuits produced by manufacturers across China. These data are collected from semiconductor production facilities and reported to the National Bureau of Statistics.
The data is updated monthly and is typically released in the middle of the following month.