Global PC Market Slows, But Exceeds Forecast
First-quarter 2022 shpments marks the seventh consecutive quarter where global shipments surpassed 80 million, a feat not seen since 2012.
First-quarter 2022 shpments marks the seventh consecutive quarter where global shipments surpassed 80 million, a feat not seen since 2012.
However, market continues to be hampered by supply and logistical challenges, which have not seen much improvement in recent months.
However, IDC expects shortages will begin to ease by the end of the third quarter.
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