Industry
When will memory prices fall? Industry on alert as Q3 gains seen at up to 50 percent
Memory prices could rise sharply in the second half of 2026, with one analyst forecasting a 40 to 50 percent quarter-on-quarter jump in the third quarter and a further 30 to 40 percent rise in the fourth. The outlook cites cloud companies securing a large share of output and seeking sizable advance payments. Other forecasts are lower. Signs of stress are also emerging in older DDR2 and DDR3 markets, and firms warn costs could hit PC and laptop prices.
