Applied Optoelectronics Receives $20.9 Million Grant from Texas for Semiconductor Expansion

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) received a $20.9 million grant from the state of Texas to expand its semiconductor manufacturing operations in Sugar Land. The company's stock rose 11.34% following the announcement, reflecting positive market sentiment toward its growth plans. The funding is part of the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund aimed at boosting the semiconductor industry.

By Angelica Ballesteros Thu, April 30, 2026 at 5:12 AM GMT+3 2 min read · Yahoo Finance ·

Applied Optoelectronics Receives $20.9 Million Grant from Texas for Semiconductor Expansion

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