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[Alpha Biz= Kim Jisun] Samsung Electronics is set to increase prices for DRAM and NAND flash memory by up to 5%, as concerns over potential U.S. tariffs under a future Trump administration drive preemptive stockpiling among buyers.
According to semiconductor industry sources on Wednesday, Samsung is discussing a 3–5% price hike with major global clients, and some negotiations already reflect the higher pricing.
Samsung had previously maintained a cautious pricing strategy, as oversupply and weak demand limited its ability to raise prices. However, speculation that Trump may impose tariffs on semiconductors has triggered a surge in demand, as some customers rush to secure inventory in advance.
Market research firm DRAMeXchange reported that while PC DRAM (DDR4) remained flat at $1.35 for four months, high-performance PC and server DRAM (DDR5) surged 12% to $4.25. NAND flash prices also climbed 9.6%, marking a three-month consecutive rise.
Samsung’s decision aligns with a broader global trend in semiconductor pricing. Micron, the world’s third-largest DRAM maker, has already informed clients of upcoming price increases.
AlphaBIZ Kim Jisun(stockmk2020@alphabiz.co.kr)
