Global electronics activity accelerated in July as sourcing activity rebounded sharply, led by APAC and continued demand for AI infrastructure,…
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June 2026: Electronic Components Insights
Global electronics activity remained resilient in June as engineering activity normalized while component sourcing accelerated, supported by continued strong demand…
May 2026: Electronic Components Insights
Global electronics activity remained resilient in May, with engineering demand continuing to outpace procurement activity as strength in AI infrastructure,…
April 2026: Electronic Components Insights
Both global design and sourcing activities outperformed the seasonal average for April, highlighting resilient market conditions despite typical seasonal softness.…
March 2026: Electronic Components Insights
In March, global design activities remained flat, while global sourcing activities increased compared to the prior month. March Design Activities:…
Is 2026 Bringing a Replay of the 2025 Order-Frontloading Boom?
By Jonathan Cassell Will the order-frontloading phenomenon of 2025 recur in 2026? Strong demand trends early this year are evoking…
February 2026: Electronic Components Insights
Global design and sourcing activities decreased month-over-month in February due to the annual Lunar New Year holidays in the APAC region. Compared to prior year, global design activities decreased -8% and sourcing activities remained flat.
January 2026: Electronic Components Insights
Global electronic components activity began the year on solid footing, with design and sourcing trends improving month-over-month. January Design Activities:…
December 2025: Electronic Components Insights
Global electronic components design and sourcing activities declined month-over-month in December, aligning with typical seasonal slowdowns observed at year-end. December…