Global smartphone shipments are projected to decrease by 15% this year, according to CCS Insight. This decline is attributed to a memory crisis, which is driving memory manufacturers to prioritize higher-margin server chips. Consequently, rising prices for new devices are expected to deter buyers, leading them to consider the second-hand market instead. AI
IMPACT Potential shift in consumer spending away from new devices towards the second-hand market.
RANK_REASON Significant market forecast from an analyst firm. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=2 ai=0.1]
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