WASHINGTON – A group of US senators are expected to reveal a $52-billion five-year plan to boost US semiconductor chip production and research, according to reports.

TAIPEI -- Foxconn today said second-quarter revenue will increase 15% from a year ago, boosted by continued demand for personal computers and peripherals and new iPhones.

PENANG, MALAYSIA -- Emerging trends in global markets and product requirements have prompted electronics manufacturing services provider Escatec to acquire 100% of UK-based JJS Manufacturing in a private deal.

WAYZATA, MN – Nortech Systems reported first quarter net sales of $22.1 million, down 19.6% year-over-year.