India, Oct. 13 -- Global 300mm fab equipment spending is expected to reach $374 billion from 2026 to 2028, SEMI has reported in its latest 300mm Fab Outlook.

This robust investment reflects fab regionalization and surging AI chip demand for data centers and edge devices, while underscoring the growing commitment to semiconductor self-sufficiency across key regions through localized industrial ecosystems and supply chain restructuring.

Worldwide 300mm fab equipment spending is expected to surpass $100 billion for the first time in 2025, growing 7% to $107 billion. The report projects investment will increase 9% to $116 billion in 2026, 4% to $120 billion in 2027, and 15% to $138 billion in 2028.

"The semiconductor industry is entering a...