Abstract
In 2005, global LCD monitor market size grew 54.9%, driven by replacement
demand in some key regions. In 2006, growth in the LCD monitor industry is
expected to weaken due to the fact that LCD monitors have reached high market
penetration and the industry has gradually become mature. LCD monitor contract
manufacturers are counting on higher standardization of production technology
to engage in large-scale manufacturing. For contract manufacturers to continue
to survive and make profits, they must continuously expand capacity and reach
economies of scale to obtain more orders. As a result, in 2006, concentration
of the global LCD monitor industry has reached a new high. Medium and small
manufacturers are increasingly threatened. This report will provide an
in-depth analysis of the current strategic positioning, performance and
vertical integration of global contract manufacturers in the LCD monitor
industry.