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.
After a record surge and subsequent decline in cocoa prices, chocolate manufacturers are introducing innovations and streamlining their supply chains to reduce the impact of market volatility and ensure business sustainability.
Valve is actively preparing to launch its Steam Frame VR headset: component shipments are ongoing, the device has passed FCC certification, and the list of compatible games is regularly expanding. The release date and price have not yet been announced.
After sharp fluctuations in cocoa prices, chocolate manufacturers are introducing innovations and rethinking their supply chains to reduce their dependence on raw materials and minimize the impact of market volatility.
In 2024, Chevron changed its oil supply routes due to military conflicts, shifting its focus to Asian and European markets. The company notes that portfolio diversification has helped it overcome the crisis.
Saudi Aramco increased its net profit by 25% in the first quarter of 2026, despite disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, thanks to rising oil prices and the full utilization of the East-West pipeline.
A tanker carrying Qatari LNG has passed through the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since the start of hostilities, a move linked to negotiations over additional gas supplies for Pakistan. It remains unclear whether more shipments will follow, given rising prices and the search for alternative sources in Asia.
Exports of petroleum products from the United States have reached record levels amid rising global demand and disruptions in traditional supply routes. The US has strengthened its position as a key fuel supplier, including diesel and jet fuel.
Apple plans to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in September, while the rest of the series and a new device are expected to launch next year. The release of the foldable iPhone Fold or Ultra is also anticipated to be postponed to a later date.
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.
The technology sector is facing a growing risk of disruptions due to a shortage of T-Glass fiberglass film, a material essential for processor manufacturing. Production of this material is concentrated with a single supplier, which has already led to price increases and concerns among major companies.