DB HiTek raises foundry prices by up to 30% on Chinese demand

South Korea's DB HiTek has raised foundry prices by as much as 30%, with Chinese customers hit hardest. Rising orders have pushed its 200mm (8-inch) capacity close to full utilization.

• Foundry price hikes reach up to 30%
• Chinese customers face the steepest increases
• 8-inch capacity is near full utilization