LCD Monitor Prices May Be Going Up

In a press release from a major LCD flat panel manufacturer a shortage of components may drive up prices for the first half of 2008. Should you buy that monitor now?

Due to capacity and manufacturing issues it has been reported that at least one manufacturer of TFT displays is expecting there to be shortages in the first half of 2008. Thanks to good old supply and demand that means that prices on medium size LCD screens may be on the way up (or at least remain stagnant) for much of next year.

What does this mean to you as a consumer?

If you have been putting off making an LCD television or larger LCD computer monitor purchase now may be the best time to go ahead with it, especially with the seasonal influx of special offers and discounts. Although the manufacturer is predicting only a small rise (3-5%) it still might warrant some consideration if you know you will be in the market within the next few months.

Source: Digitimes