Japan Investment Corp intends to sell semiconductor materials firm JSR to Mitsui Chemicals for over 1.3 trillion yen. This transaction aims to consolidate Japan's domestic chip supply chain capabilities. The acquisition strengthens the specialty chemicals sector's role in semiconductor manufacturing. It signals increased vertical integration within Japan's critical technology supply chains. While beneficial for supply security, the high valuation poses financial risks for Mitsui Chemicals. JIC exits the operational asset market to focus on broader investment mandates.
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Japan Investment Corp plans to sell semiconductor materials maker JSR to Mitsui Chemicals in a deal exceeding 1.3 trillion yen, reshaping Japan's chip supply chain despite financial concerns for the b
Japan Investment Corp is considering selling JSR, a leading photoresist maker, with Fujifilm and Mitsubishi Chemical expressing interest. The potential acquisition aligns with surging valuations in th
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