Memory makers flush with $90bn cash flow on AI gold rush

SemiconductorsMicron, SK Hynix, Samsung line up big capacity investments as Kioxia plays catch-upKioxia is among the memory suppliers investing in more capacity to meet AI-related demand. (Photo by Yohei Fukai)KYOHEI SUGAAugust 1, 2026 03:11 JSTTOKYO -- Memory manufacturers are reaping the benefits of the flood of artificial intelligence spending by U.S. tech giants, bringing an influx of cash that is being plowed into investment to gain an edge in the race to meet demand.Read NextLatest on Semiconductors