Aixtron first-quarter orders beat expectations, says US tariff risk 'insignificant'
German chip systems manufacturer Aixtron on Wednesday reported a 10% jump in quarterly orders and stood by its full-year guidance, saying the risks associated with U.S. tariffs policy were "currently insignificant for the sector". "The risks associated with U.S. tariffs policy are currently considered insignificant, as semiconductor equipment is currently not subject to U.S. tariffs," Aixtron said in a statement. Shares in Aixtron, which have fallen 19.5% since the start of the year including today's session, had jumped 7.8% as of 0919 GMT, topping Germany's mid-cap index.