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Downturns in the business cycle could adversely affect our revenues and profitability. Volatility in customer demand in the semiconductor industry could affect future levels of sales and profitability and limit our ability to predict such levels. We may be unsuccessful in developing and selling new products required to maintain or expand our business. Our manufacturing operations may be interrupted or suffer yield problems. Our dependence on third party foundries and other manufacturing subcontractors may cause delays beyond our control in delivering our products to our customers. We rely on third party suppliers for materials, supplies, and subcontract services that may not have adequate capacity to meet our product delivery requirements. We are exposed to business, economic, political and other risks through our significant worldwide operations. We are subject to litigation risks, including litigation relating to allegations regarding our stock option granting practices. We may be unable to adequately protect our proprietary rights, which may impact our ability to compete effectively. The transition to lead-free products may adversely affect our results of operations. Our products may contain defects that could affect our results of operations. If we fail to attract and retain qualified personnel, our business may be harmed. We may not be able to compete successfully in markets within the semiconductor industry in the future. Environmental liabilities could force us to expend significant capital and incur substantial costs. Our financial results may be adversely affected by increased tax rates and exposure to additional tax liabilities. We are leveraged, and our debt obligations may affect our business, operating results and financial condition. Our stock price may be volatile. Our accelerated share repurchase transactions may affect the value of our common stock and the Notes. We may not have the ability to repurchase the Notes or to pay cash upon their conversion if and as required by the indentures governing the Notes. The terms of the Notes and related provisions in the indentures subject noteholders to risks. Noteholders should be aware of the following risks, in addition to those described for holders of our common stock: The accounting method for convertible debt securities with net share settlement features, like the Notes, may be subject to change. Our certificate of incorporation and by-laws include anti-takeover provisions that may enable our management to resist an unwelcome takeover attempt by a third party.

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