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Global Semiconductor Sales Increase in April; Steady Growth Projected for Next Three Years

Industry forecast projects growth of 3.4% in 2015, 3.4% in 2016, and 3.0% in 2017.

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By: DAVID SAVASTANO

Contributing Editor, Coatings World and Ink World

The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), representing U.S. leadership in semiconductor manufacturing and design, announced worldwide sales of semiconductors reached $27.6 billion for the month of April 2015, 4.8% higher than the April 2014 total of $26.3 billion and 0.4% lower than last month’s total of $27.7 billion. The Americas market posted double-digit growth compared to last year, leading all regions. All monthly sales numbers are compiled by the World Semiconductor Trade Statistic...

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