Abstract
Global motherboard shipment volume in 2006 amounted to 148.8 million units,
while Taiwanese shipment volume reached 147.3 million units, representing
99.0% of global shipments. Due to disparate developments in regional markets
and the release of Windows Vista, worldwide motherboard shipment volume saw
drastic fluctuations. Full-year shipment volume growth in 2006 was restrained
by unusually low shipment levels during the peak season, which affected the
shipment performance of major motherboard makers. The global market is
expected to see significant growth in 2007, with major motherboard makers
developing in different directions. The moves made by major PC brands in
particular are expected to affect contract manufacturers. This report will
examine major developments in the worldwide and Taiwanese motherboard industry
in 2006 and provide an industry forecast for 2007.
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