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National Semiconductor 2006 Annual Report

Letter To Shareholders

Commanding value for National’s standard linear analog products

We have proven we have the right products, and we continue to leverage our process technology, packaging, logistics and support to delight our customers. We are truly adding value, helping our customers differentiate their products in the market.

So, how is the analog market growing with respect to the rest of the semiconductor industry?


SIA/WSTS forecasted growth rate (2005-2009)

Source: SIA/WSTS June 2006 forecast
(Dollars in billions)

 

And how fast is the standard linear portion of the overall analog sector growing?

According to SIA/WSTS, Standard Linear is projected to grow faster than the overall semiconductor market. Standard Linear is expected to grow 15.1 percent in 2006 versus industry growth of 9.8 percent. Standard Linear is being driven by a surge in power management (17.8 percent growth in 2006), a segment where National has a leadership position, as well as in amplifiers (15.6 percent growth).

So, how is National doing in the standard linear market with respect to the rest of the suppliers?

National’s standard linear market share trend

Source: SIA/WSTS and National Semiconductor

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