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Downturn shakes up semiconductor rankings
Last year was a miserable year for the Top 25 semiconductor suppliers. On average, revenue declined 33% as the industry was plagued by high inventory levels caused by declining demand for end equipment including networking gear, computers and cell phones. Some chip companies were hurt more than others, according to market researcher In-Stat MDR, Scottsdale, Ariz.

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