Amazon hikes hardware prices by 60%, blaming memory shortage
Amazon says ongoing memory shortages are increasing hardware costs so significantly that the company now expects to pass those higher expenses on to consumers.
MAIN POINTS
- Memory shortages are still disrupting hardware makers.
- Amazon is facing higher component costs because of the shortage.
- The company says it can no longer absorb all of the added expense.
- Consumers are likely to see those costs reflected in prices.
TAKEAWAYS
- Supply constraints can quickly raise prices across the hardware market.
- Even large companies may be unable to shield customers from component inflation.
- Persistent shortages can affect both manufacturers and end buyers.
- Pricing pressure may continue until memory supply stabilizes.