United States secures $30 billion Apple-Broadcom chip pact
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Apple has announced a multiyear agreement with Broadcom worth more than $30 billion to design and manufacture custom silicon and advanced wireless components in the United States through 2031. The deal, disclosed this week, is part of Apple’s American Manufacturing Program, which aims to strengthen domestic high‑tech production and reduce reliance on overseas chip fabrication. Broadcom will supply radio frequency parts, including FBAR filters, for devices such as the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch. To meet the projected output of over 15 billion U.S.-made chips, Broadcom plans $1.5 billion in capital investment to expand its Fort Collins, Colorado facility, supporting hundreds of skilled jobs.
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Timeline
- Last year Apple launches American Manufacturing Program
- This week Apple confirms Broadcom supply commitment
- 2031 Deal scheduled to run through then
- Over contract Broadcom to supply RF components
- Over contract More than 15 billion chips manufactured
- Soon Broadcom expands Fort Collins manufacturing facility
- Soon Broadcom invests $1.5 billion in expansion
- Soon Expansion expected to add hundreds skilled jobs
Why it matters
This Apple-Broadcom deal means more American-made tech. It's a boost for U.S. manufacturing and job creation. If you're in the tech field, especially in Colorado, keep an eye out for job openings at Broadcom.
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