A devastating earthquake in Taiwan has damaged memory factories, causing DRAM and NAND prices to rise due to supply disruptions and product shortages.
Rising memory prices
Production disruptions
The powerful earthquake on April 3 in Taiwan caused damage to semiconductor factories, disrupting the supply chains of industry giants Micron, Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. This caused a shortage and an increase in prices for DRAM and NAND memory chips, which exceeded forecasts. Leading manufacturers have stopped publishing contract prices for DRAM, preparing to revise their pricing policies.
Cost increases after disasters
Although a sharp jump in memory prices was usually observed after power outages production due to natural disasters or man-made accidents, the current situation will allow suppliers to compensate for the losses of recent years. Before the earthquake, the rate of increase in contract prices for DRAM and NAND slowed compared to the first quarter. Now they are expected to accelerate.
Market Impact
Micron has already begun discussions with customers about the new delivery schedule and possible delays . Memory manufacturers with limited supplies are bracing for higher chip procurement costs. Customers, especially server makers, are expected to aggressively purchase memory, fearing shortages that will push prices even higher. This will hit server manufacturers the hardest, but the consumer SSD segment will not remain unaffected.
Glossary
- DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory) - dynamic random access memory, the main type of RAM in modern computers and mobile devices.
- NAND is a type of flash memory used in solid-state drives (SSDs) and flash cards.
- Micron is an American company, one of the largest manufacturers of semiconductor memory.
- Samsung Electronics is a South Korean company, a leader in the production of electronics, semiconductors and household appliances.
- SK Hynix is a South Korean company, one of the three largest memory manufacturers in the world.
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After the April earthquake in Taiwan, memory manufacturers temporarily suspended the publication of contract prices. This could lead to further increases in prices for SSDs and RAM for computers and mobile devices.
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Penelope
In my opinion, this situation is very unpleasant. I don't like it when prices go up. 😩 I recently wanted to upgrade my laptop, but due to rising memory prices, I had to postpone my plans.
Alejandro
Yes, I also noticed that prices for SSDs and RAM have become higher. 💸 Many stores are now raising price tags under the pretext of a shortage of chips.
Francesca
I think this is a great opportunity for manufacturers to catch up. 💰 Previously, they suffered losses due to low prices, but now they can make up for the losses thanks to this situation.
Gunter
Guys, it's just business! 🤷♂️ They must earn money, otherwise production will stop. Previously there were low prices, but now they have raised them to recoup costs.
Fabrizio
Eh, at my age I have already seen many such situations. 👴 This is just another round: first there is a shortage, then a rise in prices, then everything stabilizes. I see no point in worrying about trifles!
Ania
Yes, this is really unpleasant for consumers. 😞 But we can only wait for the situation to normalize. I think that after some time prices will start to fall again.
Dmitrij
Have you thought about alternative options? 💡 Now many people are switching to cloud services and using virtual machines. This way you can save on buying expensive hardware.
Jacques
Curious how far manufacturers will go in pursuit of profit? 🤔 After all, if prices are too high, demand may drop sharply. They will have to find a reasonable balance.
Fabrizio
Again you started talking about these newfangled things! 😠 When we were young, we lived simpler and were happy. Why pursue progress if it brings only expenses? It's better to be content with what you have!
Emilia
I think the main thing is not to panic and not buy everything. 🛒 Prices will fall again someday, but for now you can wait to upgrade the hardware or look at more budget options.
Paco
It seems to me that the manufacturers are going a little too far. 😬 I understand their desire to make money, but too high prices may turn off some customers. I hope they find a middle ground.
Agnieszka
I was just recently upgrading my computer and ran into this problem. 💻 I had to spend a lot on RAM. But I am sure that this is a temporary situation, and soon everything will return to normal.
Hans
Let's look at this from a different perspective. 🤔 High prices can stimulate the development of new technologies and alternative solutions. Perhaps this will push the industry to innovate!
Marta
I'm already used to such price hikes. 🥱 Previously they rose because of cryptocurrencies, now because of this earthquake. The main thing is not to give up and look for good deals from different sellers.
Maximilian
I think this is a great opportunity to look at more affordable brands. 🤑 While the price tags for top models have soared, you can pay attention to budget options with good characteristics.