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DRAM Market Bulletin - Jul. 30, 2025

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2025-07-30

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Contract pricing undecided; DDR4/LPDDR4x see stronger increases. DDR4 spot trading outpaces DDR5, with DDR5 prices declining. SK hynix benefits from AI and tariffs, DDR4 drives inventory down. HBM market competition and next-gen pricing dynamics will shape future price trends and supply-demand.

Key Highlights

  • Contract Market: Contract prices to be finalized in August; DDR4/LPDDR4x show stronger gains than DDR5.
  • Spot Market: DDR4 trading remains active but demand eases; DDR5 prices continue softening, signaling upcoming contract price trend.
  • SK hynix Results: 2Q25 shipments driven by AI/tariff demand, strong DDR4 momentum, and inventory reduction.
  • Outlook: 3Q25 demand stable, OEM inventory low, DDR4 supply to become selective; EOL process progressing.
  • HBM Market: 2Q25 HBM3e shipments as planned; 2026 HBM contracts still under negotiation, HBM4 pricing targets healthy profitability rather than excess premiums.
  • Industry Trend: Server DDR5 inventory pressure rising; potential DRAM price decline ahead. Samsung HBM certification progress supports future average price; TrendForce will keep tracking demand-supply and price movements.

Table of Contents

  1. Market Update
  2. TrendForce's View
    • SK hynix's DRAM Operating Profit Margins from 1Q24 to 2Q25

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SK hynix’s DRAM Operating Profit Margins from 1Q24 to 2Q25


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