Market News

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Worldwide PC shipments totaled 89.8 million units in the fourth quarter, down 6.4% from 2011, International Data Corp. said.

Read more: For First Time in 5 Years, Q4 PC Sales Slide

SURREY, UK -- A stalling in the Western economy will ripple through the Chinese printed circuit board market, dragging down the growth rate even as the nation's market share climbs.

Read more: Report: Western Recession a Drag on China's PCB Growth

SAN JOSE – Growing demand for mobile devices, such as tablets and phones, inspires an improved outlook for chip sales in 2013, according to SEMI’s latest World Fab Forecast.

Read more: SEMI Cuts 2013 Front-End Forecast

WASHINGTON, DC — Worldwide sales of semiconductors reached their highest point of the year in November, giving reason for optimism that the market might be turning around.

Read more: November Semiconductor Sales Reach 2012 High

TAIPEI -- Electronic component production in Taiwan rose 11.1% year-over-year in November on strong demand for mobile devices, such as smartphones, tablets and high-end chips.

Read more: Taiwan Sees Higher Electronics Production Through February

OYSTER BAY, NY -- Small cell equipment, including units designated for public venues like shopping malls, are expected to grow 67% compounded annually to $3.1 billion in 2018, new research indicates.

Read more: Big Emerging Market for Small Cell Systems

Page 261 of 469