China's reported chip breakthrough comes with some big caveats
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China reportedly began mass-producing a chip-making tool long monopolized by Dutch company ASML, triggering a brief stock selloff. However, analysts say the threat is limited — China's machines face major hurdles in chip yield, reliability, and production scale. ASML plans to produce 130 units in 2026, while China aims for just five. Export restrictions also mean China's machines only replace revenue ASML already lost.
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