Our aim is to offer guidance on the ever-changing decision-making processes in the electronics sector and become the "go-to" guide for industry professionals looking to source top components.
Unit demand – one of Malcolm Penn’s (CEO of Future Horizons and a veteran industry analyst) four horsemen of the semiconductor apocalypse – could be on the cusp of a recovery. In 2025, semiconductor market growth was driven by a rise in average selling prices (ASPs). Says Penn: “You can’t claim a real market recovery
The Nexperia ownership dispute has seized headlines, as the Dutch chip manufacturer continues to be embroiled in a struggle between China and the Netherlands. After the Dutch government attempted to seize control of Nexperia using the nation’s Goods Availability Act, China’s Ministry of Commerce struck back by imposing export controls on Nexperia factories in China,
RS, a high-service global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, has released its 2026 Indirect Procurement Report ‘Uncertainty Driving Efficiency’. The report was produced in association with The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS). It explores the current state of play for those responsible for procurement of supplies supporting maintenance, repair and
2025 was a pivotal year in Synopsys’ corporate evolution, marking a shift from its historic focus on electronic design automation to a broader role spanning engineering workflows from silicon to complete systems. In a recent letter to stakeholders, President and CEO Sassine Ghazi outlined how the company’s acquisition of Ansys in July 2025 reshaped both
Artificial intelligence’s (AI) integration in designed products and solutions is here, and engineers are embracing the technology while identifying the challenges it may present. This is according to Avnet’s fifth annual Avnet Insights survey, which has been keeping a pulse on how engineers are responding to the market – and looking ahead – since 2021.
The number of Electronic Control Units (ECUs) in a car can vary between 20-100+ depending on the vehicle class, level of electrification, and feature set. Low specification vehicles typically have around 20-30 ECUs for basic powertrain, chassis, and body-electronic control. Mid-range models more often integrate 30-70 ECUs to support increased connectivity, comfort, and safety systems.
Copper prices have climbed sharply through late 2025 and into 2026. Reports indicate prices above $13,000 per tonne, driven by supply constraints and market demand. Global copper demand grew 2.5% in the March quarter of 2025 compared to the same quarter in 2024. The main growth contributors were China (up 3%), the US (up 7.4%),
From everyday AI to humanoid robotics and quantum breakthroughs, here’s how technology and supply resilience could shape the year ahead. Despite market volatility in 2025, the electronics industry has demonstrated resilience and, in many areas, achieved measurable growth – which, at Mouser, we are witnessing globally. Although EMEA has been slower to recover than North
Imagine this: you’ve just received a new order for your flagship product – the cornerstone of your business. It’s popular, profitable, and in high demand. You’re ready to move full steam ahead, confident that everything is in place for production to begin. Then the phone rings. A key supplier informs you that a critical component
Dan Ford, VP of Sales, EMEA, at Farnell, believes engineers have shifted from prioritising what is technically the best product for the job to selecting components that offer strategic fit and long-term viability. Procurement professionals in the electronics industry always face a dilemma when looking to source products: they must decide what criteria they use