1、TSMC Annual Report 2022(1)Printed on:March 12,2023TSE:2330NYSE:TSMTaiwan Stock Exchange Market Observation Post System:https:/.twTSMC annual report is available at:https:/ the U.S.,we are in the process of building two advanced semiconductor fabs in Arizona,with N4 and N3 process technology,respecti

2、vely.We are also building a 12-inch specialty technology fab in Kumamoto,Japan.These investment decisions are based on our customers needs in each region,and a necessary level of government support.We believe this is a necessary step to maximize value for our shareholders.Our pricing will remain str

3、ategic to reflect our value,which also includes the value of geographic manufacturing flexibility.At the same time,we will continue to leverage our competitive advantages of large volume,economies of scale and manufacturing technology leadership,to continuously drive costs lower.We will also continu

4、e to work closely with all the regional governments,to secure their support.Combining such actions,TSMC will have the ability to absorb the higher costs of overseas fabs,while remaining the most efficient and cost-effective manufacturer,no matter where we operate.Thus,even as we increase our capacit

5、y outside of Taiwan,we can continue to earn a sustainable and healthy return,while delivering long-term profitable growth for our shareholders.To address the insatiable demand for energy-efficient computing power,customers rely on TSMC not only for reliable capacity,but also a predictable cadence of

6、 technology development.We continued to extend our technology leadership,as our 3-nanometer technology entered volume production in 2022,and is the most advanced semiconductor technology in both PPA and transistor technology.We are building a strong foundation for the next generation technology to f