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Market Intelligence Report

Empowering insights on commodity and supply chain dynamics

Open-market activity provides a lens into broader market conditions and is often an early indicator of trends and supply chain disruptions. As electronic-component distribution channels have evolved in our increasingly connected world, tier-one OEMS and CMs have looked to open-market distributors as strategic partners to help balance their supply chains.

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Each month, Smith offers select customers access to our expertly curated Market Intelligence Report.

Our team of experts brings a diverse wealth of knowledge and experience that helps us offer the most relevant and actionable insights into the global electronic-component marketplace. From Smith’s decades in business and vast network of longstanding market relationships to the commodity, cross-industry, and regional expertise of our employees, we have connections and resources in place to keep you fully informed and help guide your purchasing strategies.

Market Bytes

Smith’s biweekly Market Bytes offer a quick at-a-glance into what’s going on in the worldwide electronic-component marketplace.
Market Byte 5.27.2025
Interface chips used in the networking segment and microcontrollers across a wide range of applications are experiencing elevated demand on the open market.
Market Byte 5.22.2025
Worldwide tablet shipments grew 8.5 percent in the first quarter of this year, driven by consumer demand and education-led refresh cycles.
Market Byte 5.20.2025
Industrial and networking end-customer segments continue to show the most demand for active ICs, with PMICs being the most-requested part type on the open market.
Market Byte 5.15.2025
Server shipments saw a 3.2 percent quarter-over-quarter decrease in the first quarter, but forecasts are predicting a small increase during the second quarter.
Market Byte 5.13.2025
According to Canalys, global shipments of PCs—including laptops, desktops, and workstations—grew by 9.4 percent year over year during the first quarter, reaching 62.7 million units.
Market Byte 5.8.2025
HDD lead times remain extended due to low production rates and the emphasis on drives required for AI servers.
Market Byte 5.6.2025
Most in-demand active ICs in the open market this past quarter: • PMICs • Microcontrollers • Interface ICs
Market Byte 5.1.2025
Open-market PC SSD pricing is up slightly since April 1. 
Market Byte 4.29.2025
Networking equipment, AI servers, and automotive manufacturing are the core segments experiencing spot shortages for MLCCs and inductors.

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