Micron acquires PSMC fab site in Taiwan for $1.8 billion, acquisition to expand the memory maker's operations within the region — move marks the end of the technology-for-capacity era

Micron has acquired the PSMC fab site in Taiwan for $1.8 billion, marking the end of the technology-for-capacity era. This move will expand Micron's operations in the region and enhance its production capabilities. The acquisition includes 300,000 square feet of cleanroom space, which will significantly increase Micron's production footprint in Taiwan. The deal is expected to close in Q2 2026, and Micron plans to ramp up DRAM production at the site starting in the second half of 2027. This acquisition signifies a shift in Micron's approach from partnership-based capacity expansion to owning and controlling fabs due to the increasing cost and complexity of modern DRAM fabs.