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FRAMINGHAM, MA – Following a mostly flat 2012, worldwide semiconductor revenues will rebound slightly in 2013, IDC said today.

Read more: Semi Growth to Take Flight in 2013

MILWAUKEE, WI – While more than 75% of suppliers are confident in their ability to meet their customers’ needs in 2013, one-third of respondents to a recent survey say they anticipate a problem with a supplier next year, resulting in a shortage of parts or services.

Read more: Survey: 33% of Suppliers Anticipate Shortage of Parts in 2013

SAN JOSE — The 90-day moving average orders at North America-based semiconductor equipment manufacturers fell 26.3% year-over-year in November, dashing hopes for a near-term turnaround.

Read more: November Semi Equipment Bookings Lagging Again

SURREY, ENGLAND – Asia's PCB growth will be sustained mainly by domestic demand, but will nevertheless grow just under 5% in 2013, says a UK research firm.

Read more: Asia’s PCB Growth Affected by Western Markets

EL SEGUNDO, CA – Overall cellphone shipments will increase approximately 1% this year but for the first time in 14 years, Nokia will not be the leader at year-end.

Read more: Smartphones Make Big Gains, but Overall Cellphone Growth Minimal

LOS ALTOS, CA -- Equipment suppliers hoping for a big Christmas surprise may be disappointed this year.

Read more: Modest Equipment Gains Expected Through 2014, Analyst Says

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