Key Takeaways
- Global semiconductor sales reached $82.5 billion in January 2026, a 46.1% increase from January 2025.
- Sales rose 3.7% compared to December 2025, with strong growth driven by markets in Asia Pacific and China.
- Forecasts predict global semiconductor sales could approach $1 trillion in 2026.
Sales Growth in the Semiconductor Industry
The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) reported significant growth in global semiconductor sales for January 2026, totaling $82.5 billion. This marks a 3.7% rise from December 2025’s $79.6 billion and an impressive 46.1% increase compared to January 2025, which recorded sales of $56.5 billion. These figures are derived from monthly statistics compiled by the World Semiconductor Trade Statistics (WSTS) organization and represent a three-month moving average.
SIA President and CEO John Neuffer emphasized the industry’s ongoing expansion, noting it follows a record year in 2025. The rise in sales was largely driven by demand from the Asia Pacific region and China, with projections indicating that global semiconductor sales may approach approximately $1 trillion in 2026.
Regionally, the report highlighted varied growth rates; sales increased significantly in Asia Pacific and Other regions (up 82.4%), China (up 47.0%), the Americas (up 34.9%), and Europe (up 26.1%). However, Japan experienced a decline of 6.2% year-on-year. Month-to-month comparisons for January revealed a sales increase in China (5.8%), Asia Pacific/Other (5.0%), Europe (5.3%), and the Americas (1.2%), while Japan saw a slight drop of 1.7%.
For those seeking more in-depth statistical data and market forecasts, the WSTS Subscription Package is available for comprehensive monthly semiconductor sales figures. Additionally, the SIA Databook provides extensive historical information relevant to the global semiconductor market.
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