# wafer capacity
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SMIC Projects Roughly 40,000‑Wafer Monthly Capacity Gain in 2026 but Flags Rising Depreciation
SMIC expects its monthly capacity to rise by about 40,000 12‑inch wafer equivalents by the end of 2026 over last year, but warns that early equipment purchases may not immediately translate into full production. Heavy capital spending will lift depreciation by around 30% year‑on‑year in 2026, squeezing margins unless utilization and cost efficiency improve.
SMIC Posts Healthy 2025 Profit Gain as Chinese Foundry Doubles Down on Capacity — but Growth Outlook Is Cautious
SMIC reported a 2025 revenue increase of about 16% and a 36% rise in net profit, driven by higher wafer shipments, improved utilisation and a better product mix. The firm spent $8.1 billion on capital expenditure in 2025 and guided for flat first‑quarter sales and an 18–20% gross margin, while forecasting full‑year growth above its peers and capex roughly unchanged.