Silicon Wafer 300mm Drives Long-Term Growth

Silicon wafer markets are stabilizing as shipments rise, but pricing pressure limits growth, with revenue recovery led by expanding 300mm adoption.

TechInsights reports that the silicon wafer market is showing signs of stabilization, though pricing pressure continues to weigh on overall revenue performance. Total wafer revenue reached $13.4B with an increase of 0.7% in 2025, reflecting limited growth as shipment gains outpaced pricing adjustments. Shipment volumes strengthened, led by 300mm wafers, while 200mm remained nearly flat relative to an already depressed level, and smaller diameters declined sharply. Looking ahead, total wafer revenue is forecast to grow at a 3.6% CAGR through 2030, with shipments expanding closely at 3% CAGR, driven by continued 300mm adoption according to 2025–2026 Critical Materials Report™ on Silicon Wafers.