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IDC Predicts 9% PC Market Decline by 2026

12/30/2025

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International Data Corporation (IDC) warns the PC market will decline, projecting a 9% drop in 2026.
The 9% forecast revises IDC's earlier estimate of a 2.5% decline.
The downturn stems from a global memory shortage driven by AI infrastructure demand, affecting PCs and smartphones.
As memory costs rise, vendors may raise prices or reduce specifications.
Larger OEMs like Dell and HP may fare better.

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International Data Corporation (IDC) warns the PC market will decline, projecting a 9% drop in 2026.
The 9% forecast revises IDC's earlier estimate of a 2.5% decline.
The downturn stems from a global memory shortage driven by AI infrastructure demand, affecting PCs and smartphones.
As memory costs rise, vendors may raise prices or reduce specifications.
Larger OEMs like Dell and HP may fare better.