A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28, 2026. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) evacuated its local fabrication plant following the tremor.
The Kikuyo facility is operated by TSMC subsidiary Japan Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing (JASM). Management initiated personnel evacuations as a precautionary measure under emergency protocols.
TSMC is currently assessing potential impact on facilities and equipment. The Japanese government reported no immediate signs of damage to the factory. This plant produces semiconductors for the automotive and consumer electronics sectors.
TSMC American Depositary Receipts (ADR) fell in pre-market trading. Investors cited concerns over potential disruptions to the global semiconductor supply chain.