Memory chip prices to surge 40-50% this quarter with no relief until 2028, Jefferies warns
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Shikhar Mehrotra
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Investment bank Jefferies forecasts that the memory chip crisis will continue to drive up prices for smartphones, laptops, and tablets. Prices are expected to rise 40-50% in the current quarter and 30-40% in the next quarter, with no meaningful relief expected until 2028. The article warns consumers that upcoming devices will cost significantly more regardless of recent price hikes.
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bskyMemory chip prices to surge 40-50% this quarter with no relief until 2028, Jefferies warnsdigitaltrends.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledForty to 50% higher this quarter, 30 to 40% more next quarter, and no real relief until 2028.
If you were hoping the memory crisis was about to ease up, I have some bad news for you.
Your next smartphone, laptop, or tablet could cost even more, regardless of whether it has recently been subject to a price hike.
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