Quotes for 17-inch monitor panels are likely to increase US$2-3 in the second half of August, following a rise from US$102 to US$110 in the first half of August, due to rising orders from clients, according to TFT LCD makers.
Currently, supply for 17-inch panels is still tight owing to seasonal factors, panel makers said. Although makers wish to aggressively increase their quotes, the actual range will stay within US$2-3 in the second half of August, sources said.
The panel makers expect the price increase trend for monitor panels to persist in the short run while notebook panel prices may rise in the near future.
Article translated by Carrie Yu and edited by Michael McManus
