Author Archives: TrendForce

China’s Share in Mature Processes will Speed up to 33% in 2027 under the Pressure of Geopolitics

Posted on 2023-10-18 by TrendForce

TrendForce reports that from 2023 to 2027, the global ratio of mature (>28nm) to advanced (<16nm) processes is projected to hover around 7:3. Propelled by policies and incentives promoting local production and domestic IC development, China’s mature process capacity is anticipated …

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2024 Tech Trends Projection Revealed, TrendForce: AI Continues as the Main Focus

Posted on 2023-10-17 by TrendForce

With the approach to the end of 2023, TrendForce revealed the tech trends in every sector, apparently, AI continues as the main focus to decide the direction of how the tech supply chain will be in the next few years, …

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Q4 DRAM Contract Prices Estimated Quarterly Increase of 3-8% After 8 Quarters Drops Continously

Posted on 2023-10-13 by TrendForce

TrendForce reports indicate a universal price increase for both DRAM and NAND Flash starting in the fourth quarter. DRAM prices, for instance, are projected to see a quarterly surge of about 3-8%. Whether this upward momentum can be sustained will hinge …

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Panel Prices Remain Stable in Early October, Rising Trend Starts to Weaken

Posted on 2023-10-05 by TrendForce

Entering the fourth quarter, demand for television panels has started to weaken steadily, prompting brand customers to request price reductions. However, from current observations, panel manufacturers are still implementing strict production rate controls, attempting to keep prices stable and minimize …

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8-Inch Production Capacity UTR Drop to 50-60% in 2H23, the Cool Demand will Last to 1Q24

Posted on 2023-10-04 by TrendForce

TrendForce research indicates that in 1H23, the utilization rate of 8-inch production capacity primarily benefited from sporadic inventory restocking orders for Driver ICs in the second quarter. Additionally, wafer foundries initiated pricing strategies to encourage clients into early orders, offering solid …

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