Japan's Kao (4452 JT) and Ajinomoto (2802 JT) are stepping up the material of semiconductor materials, Nikkei reports

Kao and Ajinomoto's move to enhance semiconductor materials could indicate a strategic pivot toward stronger involvement in the tech supply chain, potentially elevating their market positions. This initiative speaks to the growing demand for advanced materials in semiconductor production, which may have positive implications for their revenue streams going forward.