Challenges Facing the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Industry:
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Escalating Costs of Raw Materials and Energy:
The soaring prices of raw materials like petroleum and coal, coupled with increasing energy costs, are squeezing profit margins for PCB manufacturers. Intense price competition downstream further complicates the situation, making it challenging for manufacturers to raise PCB prices.
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Impact of RMB Appreciation:
The potential appreciation of the RMB poses a threat to exports and companies that rely on foreign orders in the PCB industry.
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Oversupply in the Industry:
The surplus supply in the PCB industry necessitates consolidation, presenting risks to manufacturers.
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Environmental Regulations and ROHS Compliance:
PCB manufacturers must tackle environmental concerns and adhere to ROHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) standards.
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Impact of Delayed 3G License Issuance:
Delays in issuing 3G licenses could have repercussions on the PCB market.
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Supply-Demand Imbalance:
There exists an imbalance in the supply and demand dynamics within the PCB industry, especially for mid to high-end manufacturers.
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Rising Labor Costs:
The rapid increase in worker wages is contributing to the cost challenges faced by PCB manufacturers.
