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Bank of Korea warns country's chip exports could fall by up to $100 billion if AI spending slows

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Published 27 Oct 2026, 1:17 pm·1 h ago·1 min read

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Surge in Artificial Intelligence Spending Drives Semiconductor Gains and Debt Concerns

Global semiconductor companies report strong financial results from artificial intelligence demand, even as rising infrastructure debt and economic disruptions raise alarms.

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