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DRAM chip supply to module makers could drop by over 70% in 2027

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The CEO of Apacer Technology, C.K. Chang, predicts a significant drop in DRAM chip supply to independent module makers by over 70% year-on-year in 2027. This shortage is driven by the increasing demand for High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) and server RAM, which are prioritized by major manufacturers like SK Hynix and Samsung due to their higher profit margins. To mitigate the impact, Apacer has increased its inventory and is securing additional financing to purchase chips when available, as severe shortages are expected to persist into mid-2027. AI

IMPACT Projected DRAM shortages driven by AI demand could increase costs and slow down the deployment of AI infrastructure and related technologies.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a significant projected shortage in a key component (DRAM) impacting the tech industry, driven by AI demand, and includes projections from a company CEO.

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DRAM chip supply to module makers could drop by over 70% in 2027

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COVERAGE [2]

  1. Tom's Hardware TIER_1 English(EN) · Etiido Uko ·

    DRAM chip supply to module makers could drop by more than 70% year-on-year in 2027, says Apacer CEO — demand for HBM and server RAM continues to devour manufacturing capacity

    Apacer warns DRAM allocations to module makers could fall below 30% of 2026 levels as AI demand tightens supply and pushes memory prices higher.

  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    DRAM chip supply to module makers could drop by more than 70% year-on-year in 2027, says Apacer CEO — demand for HBM and server RAM continues to devour manufact

    DRAM chip supply to module makers could drop by more than 70% year-on-year in 2027, says Apacer CEO — demand for HBM and server RAM continues to devour manufacturing capacity Apacer warns DRAM allocations to module makers could fall below 30% of 2026 levels as AI demand tightens …

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