AMD CEO Lisa Su calls China a 'large opportunity' and warns against strict U.S. chip controls
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Advanced Micro Devices CEO Lisa Su said China is a “large opportunity” market for the semiconductor and artificial intelligence industry even as export controls and evolving tariff plans loom over the world’s second-largest economy. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading.
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Main Idea: AMD CEO Lisa Su said China remains a major chance for AMD and the AI chip industry, but she warned that strict U.S. chip controls need a better balance with national security goals.
Key Points:
- Su said wider use of AMD’s technology can support U.S. jobs and the U.S. economy.
- AMD beat quarterly earnings and gave strong guidance, but it expects a $1.5 billion hit this year from China export limits.
- The company said last month that shipping some chips to China and other countries could cost up to $800 million.
- Su said AMD wants a more stable policy environment and is moving more manufacturing to the U.S. while watching tariff effects.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
US chip limits and tariffs could raise costs for devices and slow AI progress, which may affect jobs, prices, and stock values for households and small investors.
Positive Impact
AMD’s push to keep selling in China and move more manufacturing to the US could support American jobs and help keep AI technology widely available.
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