Apple has committed to spending in excess of $30 billion under a supply agreement with Broadcom that both companies outlined this week. The arrangement centers on FBAR radiofrequency chips, components Apple and Broadcom have been developing together since at least 2023, that enable wireless communication in Apple devices.
Broadcom previously announced it secured a long-term supply arrangement with Apple that extends through 2031. On Wednesday, Apple provided additional details, saying the pact will lead to production of at least 15 billion FBAR filters. As part of the deal framework, Broadcom will invest $1.5 billion to expand its manufacturing facility in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Apple framed the agreement as part of its efforts with the U.S. administration to increase the share of chips sourced domestically. In a statement, Apple chief executive Tim Cook commented on the investment in the Fort Collins operation and the broader U.S. sourcing effort: "The cutting-edge components built in Fort Collins are essential to delivering the incredible performance and connectivity our customers expect, and we’re proud to deepen our investments in U.S.-based suppliers that share our commitment to excellence and innovation. We’re grateful to the president and his administration for supporting important projects like this."
The companies have not disclosed additional financial breakdowns beyond Apple’s overall spending commitment and Broadcom’s $1.5 billion plant expansion. Broadcom’s earlier disclosure indicated the long-term supply relationship, and Apple’s announcement clarified the product scope - FBAR filters - and the projected production volume tied to the agreement.
The transaction links sizable corporate procurement and manufacturing investment with a policy objective to source more semiconductor production in the United States. The specifics Apple released emphasize the scale of the planned output and the role of a single U.S. plant expansion in meeting part of that demand.
Contextual details
• Product: FBAR radiofrequency chips (filters) used to enable wireless communications in Apple devices.
• Contract length: Broadcom disclosed a long-term supply arrangement running through 2031.
• Volumes and investments: The deal will support production of at least 15 billion chips and includes a $1.5 billion expansion of Broadcom’s Fort Collins, Colorado factory. Apple indicated it will spend more than $30 billion as part of the agreement.
Implications
The agreement ties a major technology customer to a chipmaker with a planned expansion on U.S. soil. It signals a large-scale procurement commitment by Apple for a specific class of radiofrequency components and identifies a concrete manufacturing investment by Broadcom to help meet that demand. Apple also positioned the deal within ongoing efforts with the U.S. administration to increase domestic chip sourcing.