ASE Holdings raises 2026 capex to US$11.5 billion after profit surge

ASE Holdings has raised its 2026 capital expenditure to US$11.5 billion following a sharp jump in profit. The world's largest chip assembly and test contractor is benefiting from demand for AI chips and advanced packaging.

• ASE's 2026 capex raised to US$11.5 billion
• Driven by a profit surge on AI packaging demand
• ASE is the world's largest outsourced chip assembly and test firm