FRAMINGHAM, MA – The holiday season capped off another positive year of smartphone growth, despite concerns about the overall market slowing. According to preliminary data, smartphone vendors shipped a total of 428.5 million units during the fourth quarter, resulting in 6.9% growth compared to the final quarter of 2015, according to International Data Corp. Moreover, 2017 should see stronger growth, spurred by a rebound in the emerging markets.
FRAMINGHAM, MA – The fourth quarter of 2016 marked the ninth consecutive quarter that tablet shipments have declined, says the International Data Corp.
WASHINGTON — Global semiconductor sales totaled $338.9 billion in 2016, narrowly topping 2015 for the highest-ever annual sales mark.
TORONTO -- SMTC today announced the appointment of Ed Smith as interim president and chief executive, effective Feb. 17.
JASPER, IN – Kimball Electronics reported fiscal second quarter net sales of $230.3 million, up 11.2% year-over-year.
LONDON -- Copper prices continue to escalate, leaving commodity managers worried that future margins might be squeezed.
