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TrendForce’s latest research on the display industry reveals that the foldable smartphone market is expected to see Apple enter as early as the second half of 2026, drawing significant attention to related technological advancements.
Rising semiconductor foundry and outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) costs since 2025, along with continued increases in precious metal prices, are placing growing cost pressure on display driver IC (DDIC) suppliers, according to the latest research from TrendForce. In response, some vendors have recently begun discussions with panel makers to evaluate the possibility of adjusting DDIC pricing.
TrendForce’s latest findings show that global OLED monitor shipments hit 2.735 million units in 2025, a 92% YoY increase. This impressive growth was mainly fueled by aggressive promotional efforts by brands in the fourth quarter. Furthermore, 27-inch 240 Hz QHD models gained considerable popularity due to their excellent price-to-performance ratio, significantly increasing shipments. The launch of new 280 Hz models further energized the market.
According to TrendForce’s latest research on the display panel industry, technological upgrades, rising production cost pressure, and the gradual ramp-up of new 8.6-gen fabs are reshaping the LCD manufacturing landscape.
TrendForce’s latest research on smartphone panels reveals that shortages and rising memory prices—one of the most costly components in smartphones—are reshaping brand shipment strategies for 2026 and weakening panel demand.
