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TrendForce is a global leader in technology industry analysis and consulting services. With deep expertise spanning foundry, DRAM, HBM, NAND Flash, AI servers, robotics, near-eye displays, display panels, LEDs, MLCC,and green energy, it also offers in-depth research into key market drivers such as AI, automotive technologies,5G/6G communications, LEO satellites, and the IoT.
Backed by a team of top industry professionals, TrendForce has been at the forefront of global market research forover 25 years. More than 60% of its clients are among the world’s top 500 companies. Leading international media,including CNN, The Economist, Financial Times, Reuters, The Wall Street Journal, and Nikkei Asia, frequently cite the research firm’s insights.
TrendForce’s global footprint includes Taipei, Shenzhen, Silicon Valley, New York, and Tokyo. With timely and strategic industry analysis, TrendForce delivers the critical information that empowers businesses to make smarter,faster decisions.
H.P. Chang joined WitsView, TrendForce’s display research division, in 2006. With his extensive industry experience, he led the team in developing professional analytical models and a “ninequadrant” research methodology, enabling growth in a rapidly changing market....
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H.P. Chang joined WitsView, TrendForce’s display research division, in 2006. With his extensive industry experience, he led the team in developing professional analytical models and a “ninequadrant” research methodology, enabling growth in a rapidly changing market.
In August 2013, Chang was promoted to the head of TrendForce’s research division. Following TrendForce’s acquisition of the Topology Research Institute in 2015, he began overseeing the combined research team, which expanded his research scope from display technology to semiconductors, green energy and energy storage, emerging communications, smart devices,startups, and automotive technology.
He believes that industry intelligence is indispensable for effective business decision-making.TrendForce and the Topology research team serve not only as a critical think tank for clients but also as trusted partners in navigating the path forward together.
Kevin Lin is the Chairman of TrendForce and Topology Research Institute. In 2000, he established DRAMeXchange, TrendForce’s first B2B e-commerce platform focused on memory market research. Over the past 25 years...
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Kevin Lin is the Chairman of TrendForce and Topology Research Institute. In 2000, he established DRAMeXchange, TrendForce’s first B2B e-commerce platform focused on memory market research. Over the past 25 years, TrendForce has expanded its research scope to cover the global semiconductor industry, display technologies, optoelectronics, new energy, and communications & applied technologies. In January 2015, TrendForce acquired Topology Research Institute, further cementing its status as a leading technology research and consulting firm, with influence extending across international markets.
Kevin Lin is also a pioneer of Taiwan’s e-commerce era. In 1999, he founded “Auction King” (PaiMai Wang), which became Taiwan’s largest shopping and auction platform at the time. He is also the founder and chairman of NeoCom Technology, Auction King’s parent company. NeoCom’s achievements culminated in its acquisition by eBay, the largest online auction platform in the U.S., in 2002—marking a significant milestone in the history of Taiwan’s internet industry
Lobo Chiang oversees TrendForce’s Sales & Business Development Center, managing market expansion and sales operations. Since joining DRAMeXchange, TrendForce’s memory brand, in early 2005, Chiang has spent nearly two decades cultivating deep ties across the entire supply chain—from...
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Lobo Chiang oversees TrendForce’s Sales & Business Development Center, managing market expansion and sales operations. Since joining DRAMeXchange, TrendForce’s memory brand, in early 2005, Chiang has spent nearly two decades cultivating deep ties across the entire supply chain—from upstream manufacturing to downstream applications—building long-term, stable partnerships across the industry.
He firmly believes that every client possess unique market insights and success strategies.TrendForce is committed to providing precise market analysis tools and expert consulting services to help clients formulate forward-looking strategies, enhance risk management, and identify future opportunities and market uncertainties.
"TrendForce is a professional research institute providing in-depth analyses into the global high-tech market and consulting services for businesses. TrendForce has long been a leader in semiconductor research and offers critical intelligence on subjects such as IC production (i.e., design, fabrication, and assembly/testing) and memory technologies (i.e., DRAM and NAND Flash). In the area of display technology, TrendForce tracks developments across the entire panel supply chain (e.g., upstream materials/components, a-Si, LTPS, AMOLED, QLED, Oxide, LTPO, and end products like TVs and monitors). As part of the research on supply chains, TrendForce also examines product shipments and development trends in the consumer electronics market (e.g., smartphones, notebook computers, tablets, and wearables). Regarding green energy, TrendForce has a team studying prices in the global PV chain, the energy storage market, and the EV industry. The LED division analyzes not only the LED lighting market but also the more advanced LED-related applications, including IR sensors, Micro LED/Mini LED, etc. TrendForce has also amassed a wealth of expertise in emerging fields such as automotive technologies (e.g., ADAS and ADS), 5G telecommunications, IoT, AI, AR/VR, etc. We publish comprehensive and up-to-date reports on these topics as well."
Semiconductor Research
Established in 2000
DRAMeXchange focuses on the semiconductor industry, the memory supply chains, and related end products. The team thus tracks developments in component and whole device markets including DRAM, NAND Flash, SSDs, servers, smartphones, etc. DRAMeXchange continues to provide all-round and up-to-date market intelligence and is recognized for its accurate price forecasts and detailed analyses on topics such as the capital expenditure and production capacity of memory suppliers.
Display Research
Established in 2004
WitsView tracks developments across the entire display supply chain from upstream materials/components to midstream panel manufacturing (including LCD, AMOLED, QLED, and Mini LED) to downstream assembly of end products by electronics brands. Through their careful survey of the supply chain, WitsView analysts are also able to offer insightful analyses on the latest trends in the major categories of consumer electronics such as TVs, monitors, notebooks, tablets, and smartphones.
Optoelectronics Research
Established in 2007
LEDinside provides research on trends and opportunities in various LED application markets. Its reports encompass topics such as LED lighting, automotive lighting, UV LED, IR components (e.g., IR LED and VCSEL), Micro LED/Mini LED products (e.g., display and projectors).
Green Energy Research
Established in 2010
EnergyTrend provides comprehensive research on the green energy industry chain. Its two specialties are solar PV. Regarding solar PV, EnergyTrend analysts track developments along the supply chain for generation systems and offer insights on the latest cutting-edge technologies. They also gauge demand generated by the construction of solar power stations and green energy policies.
ICT Applications Research
Established in 1996 and merged with TrendForce in 2015
TRI is a research powerhouse that has worked on a wide range of subjects such as semiconductors, telecommunications, the Internet of Things, automotive systems, artificial intelligence, applications for emerging technologies, and the latest developments in major regional markets (e.g., the US, Europe, Japan, South Korea, China and Taiwan). TRI’s services are highly sought after by various types of organizations due to its accurate grasp of trends related to newly formed technology industries and regional developments.
International offices
TrendForce was established in 2000 with headquarters in Taipei. Since then, the company has set up branch offices in Shenzhen. Its workforce of more than 200 professionals has been providing market intelligence and consultation services that are valued by clients around the world.
Asia Pacific 47%
North America 28%
Europe 15%
South America 5%
Middle East & Africa 2%
Other Regions 3%
TrendForce works closely with major OEMs, ODMs, and leading suppliers across industries to collect first-hand data pertaining to market and technology trends.
TrendForce’s method is based on carefully examining all aspects of the global supply chains of the specific industries, focusing on fundamentals such as production capacity and fabrication technology. Our analysts integrate the results of their primary research with relevant data from secondary sources, thereby creating the cores of their analytical models.
When it comes to historical price analysis and supply/demand tracking, TrendForce covers numerous technology markets including memory (DRAM and NAND Flash), display (LCD and AMOLED panels), LED, solar PV (modules), etc.
