TrendForce forecasts 2026 global smartphone display panel shipments at about 2.25 bln units, a YoY decline narrowed to 2.5% from earlier estimates. The firm says memory supply shortages and price tightening are raising smartphones supply-chain costs

2026-08-31

TrendForce forecasts 2026 global smartphone display panel shipments at about 2.25 bln units, a YoY decline narrowed to 2.5% from earlier estimates. The firm says memory supply shortages and price tightening are raising smartphones supply-chain costs and pressing brands' 2026 shipment plans, but a robust second-hand and repair market should support panel demand.