STMicroelectronics raises prices for third time in five months; automotive MCUs up 20%, power device lead times hit 52 weeks
STMicroelectronics is implementing its third price increase this year on August 23, citing robust demand and rising costs, with some automotive MCU prices already up 15-20% and power device lead times reaching 52 weeks. This trend is widespread across the semiconductor industry, with major players like Texas Instruments and Infineon also raising prices due to tight mature-node capacity and increasing supply chain costs. Analysts expect this pricing pressure to continue into 2027, signaling a longer upcycle for the semiconductor industry.