Driven by the depletion of low-cost memory stockpiles among certain brands and a series of successive quarters marked by steep price hikes, the majority of brands initiated production adjustments in the second quarter. According to TrendForce forecasts, the worldwide production of smartphones is expected to decrease to 1.051 billion units in 2026, signifying an approximate 16.2% decline from the previous year. Should memory prices persist in their upward trajectory, brands might be compelled to implement further price increases, potentially exacerbating the annual production downturn.
