The shortage of DDR5 RAM has led to widespread use of bots that purchase memory faster than real buyers, causing prices to increase nearly fivefold over the past year. The deficit is expected to persist until 2028, impacting both the electronics market and gamers.
Prices for enterprise SSDs and HDDs have risen significantly due to high demand for storage solutions supporting artificial intelligence infrastructure. HDD supplies are locked in by contracts until 2027, while SSD prices have increased 6.5 times over the past year.
The European liquefied natural gas market is facing the risk of shortages and rising prices due to low reserves, supply disruptions, and infrastructure damage. Gas storage levels are significantly below normal, increasing uncertainty as the winter season approaches.
The government of Bangladesh is accelerating the launch of a new floating LNG terminal to address the acute gas shortage following an incident at an existing facility. The project is expected to enhance the country's energy resilience and reduce the risk of supply disruptions.
Valve has started accepting pre-orders for its new VR headset, but rising prices for Qualcomm's Snapdragon chips could impact its final cost. The device is expected to be priced above $1,000, which may reduce its competitiveness in the market.
Framework has nearly doubled the prices of LPCAMM2 RAM for the Laptop 13 Pro due to increased supplier costs. Prices for other components have also changed, and the laptop is now scheduled to launch at the end of July.
In September, Apple is expected to unveil new devices, including its first foldable iPhone, which may be released in limited quantities and priced between $2,300 and $2,500. Due to limited supply, demand could significantly exceed availability, leading to resales at marked-up prices.
The NAND flash market is gradually recovering from shortages, and by the end of 2027, it is expected to stabilize thanks to production modernization and a decline in demand for consumer electronics. DRAM prices remain volatile for now, but analysts predict they will decrease in 2028.
The United States continues to experience a shortage of sterile materials used in neurosurgery, a situation that may persist until the end of 2026. Medical institutions are advised to use their supplies sparingly and reserve them for critical surgeries.
In 2026, Hungary's primary budget deficit is expected to increase compared to 2025, highlighting the importance of keeping the deficit under control. The central bank is maintaining its rate to contain inflationary risks.
The United States is experiencing a shortage of at least 10 million single-family homes, a figure that significantly exceeds previous estimates. Experts attribute this deficit to the slowdown in construction that began after 2008.
Rising prices for memory cards and the limited internal storage of the Switch 2 are forcing users to buy fewer games and look for compromises. Analysts expect the memory market to stabilize no earlier than 2028.
The housing shortage in the United States is projected to reach 4.03 million homes by 2025, driven by a growing number of households and a slowdown in new construction. This situation is causing home prices to rise and making housing less affordable, especially for young buyers.
The shortage of the portable Steam Deck console has now reached Europe and Canada due to a lack of memory and storage components, caused by increased demand for parts used in artificial intelligence. At this time, it is still unclear when supplies will be restored.
Рост спроса на искусственный интеллект приводит к дефициту и подорожанию жестких дисков: крупные компании заранее резервируют большие объемы, оставляя меньше ресурсов для розничного рынка. Ожидается, что высокая стоимость и ограниченная доступность HDD сохранятся из-за продолжающегося расширения инфраструктуры ИИ.