EL SEGUNDO, CA -- Despite fears that buyers are inflating semiconductor purchases in order to guarantee adequate supplies, there’s no indication that chip purchasers are engaging in double-booking, a leading research firm said today.

SAN JOSE -- Manufacturers are beginning to feel the downside of the increase in business: component shortages.

ATLANTA – Lockheed Martin Corp. reported third-quarter revenue climbed 5% from last year to $11.06 billion.

FRANKFURT -- German PWB fabricators reported higher revenues for the third straight month in July, up 7.2% sequentially, the German Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association said.