Global design activities decreased -11% month-over-month, while global sourcing activities increased +4% compared to the prior month.
April Design Activities:
- Global electronic components design activities declined -11% month-over-month, following typical seasonal trends.
- Activity decreased across all regions and product categories.
- Year-over-year, design activities were up +13% compared to April 2024.
April Sourcing Activities:
- Global electronic components sourcing activities increased +4% month-over-month, performing better than seasonal expectations.
- Growth was driven by the Americas and APAC, while EMEA experienced a decline.
- Seasonally, sourcing activities have historically declined -15% from March to April.
Calendar Q2 2025 Insights & Outlook:
- Looking ahead to Q2 2025, global design activities are projected to remain flat to down -5% quarter-over-quarter, while global sourcing activities are expected to range from flat to +5%, based on current economic and tariff conditions. Uncertainty remains high for the remainder of the year.