Key facts
- Murata will invest 1 trillion yen ($6.3 billion) over five years.
- The investment is for components used in AI servers and devices.
- Demand for MLCCs is surging due to data center growth.
Japan's Murata Manufacturing will invest 1 trillion yen ($6.3 billion) over five years to meet growing demand for its cutting-edge electronic components for artificial intelligence servers and devices. The company plans to increase its MLCC capacity in Japan, the Philippines, China, and Thailand. Demand for MLCCs linked to data centers is surging, although some observers express concern about the sustainability of the AI boom.