5
Nov
How Chinese Electric Cars are Outpacing Western Brands
As Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers grow their presence in global markets, a recent teardown of various electric cars in Japan—including models from Tesla, BYD, Volkswagen, and Dacia—reveals why Chinese brands manage to keep costs low...
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4
Nov
Record-Breaking Growth: Global EV Sales Surge Over 30% in September
The electric vehicle (EV) market achieved impressive gains in September, with global EV sales rising by 30.5% to a total of 1.69 million units. This surge encompasses fully electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), reflecting...
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7
Oct
Hurricane Helene Disrupts Semiconductor Supply Chains
Hurricane Helene has severely disrupted semiconductor supply chains, particularlyimpacting Spruce Pine, North Carolina, which supplies approximately 70% of the world'shigh-purity quartz (HPQ)—a critical material in semiconductor manufacturing.
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Impact on Mining Operations
Mining operations in Spruce Pine, where...
20
Sep
Increasing Confidence in Q4 Component Sales
Positive Trends in Component Sales Persist as Q4 Approaches
As the year progresses, supply chain participants have tempered their growth expectations, but component sales remain strong heading into Q4. The ECIA’s (Electronic Components Industry Association) latest ECST...
6
Sep
Supply Chains Under Pressure from Triple Threat
The global electronic supply chain is currently navigating through a complex and challenging landscape.A combination of rising overdue payments, a persistent labor shortage, and ongoing inflationary pressures is causing significant disruptions in supply chains worldwide.Rising material...
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21
Aug
Navigating Market Volatility: What the Stock Market Decline Really Means for the Electronic Components Industry
Recent stock market fluctuations have raised concerns about the future of the electronic components industry. With major players like Nvidia and TSMC experiencing notable declines in their stock values, it's natural to wonder if this signals...
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12
Aug
Overcoming Supply Chain Disruptions in the Semiconductor Industry
The electronic components industry faces numerous challenges today, with supply chain disruptions emerging as the most significant. A recent industry survey revealed that 41% of customers identified supply chain issues as the primary obstacle, outpacing concerns...
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7
Aug
The Future of the Electronic Component Supply Chain
The electronic component supply chain is continuously evolving, driven by technological advancements and growing market demands.By 2029, this industry is expected to double in size. Let's explore the key trends shaping its future.
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31
Jul
What's Up with DRAM (Besides Prices)?
Unusual Price Trends
The electronics supply chain has faced major challenges, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite a surplus of electronic components, prices haven't dropped as expected. Instead, memory prices are rising, with major players like...
25
Jul
Automotive Electronics Market Surge in China and Europe Drives Connector Demand
As the global push towards sustainability intensifies, the automotive electronics market, especially in China and Europe, is experiencing rapid growth due to the increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). This shift is creating a significant demand...
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