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U.S. weighs new tariffs on semiconductors, report says

The move is being considered as tech companies accelerate AI infrastructure spending amid competition with China.

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The United States is reportedly considering a fresh round of tariffs targeting semiconductors, according to CNBC World.

The report links the potential policy shift to an AI infrastructure build-out, with tech giants racing to expand capacity and outpace rivals.

In the same context, the prospect of new semiconductor trade restrictions highlights growing economic friction tied to technology competition with China.

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