Electronics Business Intelligence
By James Carbone -- Purchasing, 5/8/2008
64%Electronics purchasers who say semiconductor prices are stable
Source: www.purchasingdata.com
WHAT IT MEANS: Weak first-quarter demand and ample supply means that chip prices are steady and will likely remain so until the third quarter.
30%Buyers who say business is down compared to 30 days ago
Source: www.purchasingdata.com
WHAT IT MEANS: The usual first-quarter seasonal slowdown in the electronics industry has taken hold.
50%Purchasers who say their purchase orders for electronic components will remain the same over the next 90 days.
Source: www.purchasingdata.com
WHAT IT MEANS: The economic slowdown in the U.S. is being felt. Buyers see sluggish electronics demand until at least the third quarter.
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