Electronics costs climb as AI demand and Middle East tensions spark PCB scarcity
A combination of the ongoing conflict in West Asia and the massive appetite for AI servers has led to a scarcity of printed circuit boards (PCBs), resulting in higher prices for electronic goods. Business leaders point to supply chain issues and the prioritization of parts for AI technology as the primary drivers of this shortage. According to Syrma SGS Tech, Iran and Saudi Arabia account for approximately 80% of the raw materials needed to produce these circuit boards.
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