The term "passive component" is often used in the electronics industry to refer to an element in a circuit or electrical device that does not appear in the logical aspects of the design. In many countries, the passive component industry is highly competitive as manufacturers compete for market share. This article will review the competitiveness of passive component manufacturers in different countries around the world. The passive component industry is highly varied and complex, with products ranging from resistors and capacitors to inductors and semiconductor components, such as diodes, choppers and triacs. The passive component industry is also highly competitive, and the success of an individual company often hinges on the ability to source components from multiple suppliers at competitive prices. In addition, a company's competitiveness can also depend on specialized expertise in terms of product design, testing and production technology. In the United States, passive component manufacturers benefit from the large and well-established customer base as well as the availability of a highly skilled and experienced workforce. Companies such as Vishay Intertechnology, AVX Corporation, and Kemet Corporation have long been established as major suppliers of passive components in the US. These companies have extensive research and development capabilities as well as extensive safety and quality assurance systems. As a result, US companies enjoy a relatively high level of competitiveness in the global passive component market. In Europe, the competitive landscape for passive component manufacturers is somewhat different. Companies such as Panasonic Electronic Components, TDK Corporation, Diotec and all Electronics Corporation have long been established as major suppliers of passive components in Europe. In addition, European companies also benefit from local government support and incentives, as well as access to a skilled, experienced workforce. As a result, European companies can compete effectively in the global passive component market. In Asia, the competitive landscape for passive component manufacturers is rather different. Companies such as Yageo Corporation, Uni.L.D, and ALCOSWITCH are well-established in the Chinese market and have a growing presence in other Asian markets. Asian companies enjoy an advantage associated with local production and lower costs associated with production. In addition, Asian companies often benefit from a low cost of entry into high-volume and highly competitive markets, such as China and India. Finally, the competitiveness of passive component manufacturers in the Middle East and Africa varies depending on the country. Companies such as EFI WECO, EMKOY, Thermog and Evans Electronics are well-established in some of these countries. The availability of local suppliers, lower production costs and a supportive government and regulatory environment can provide Middle Eastern and African companies with a competitive advantage. In conclusion, the passive component industry is highly competitive, and companies must be able to source components from multiple suppliers at competitive prices and offer specialized expertise in order to stay ahead of their competition. In the US, companies benefit from the availability of a large and well-established customer base as well as access to an experienced and highly skilled workforce. In Europe, local government support and incentives, as well as access to a skilled and experienced workforce, enable European companies to remain competitive in the global passive component market. In Asia, companies have a low cost of entry into high-volume and highly competitive markets, while Middle Eastern and African countries can enjoy a competitive edge due to the availability of local suppliers, lower production costs, and a supportive government and regulatory environment.