TrendForce: DRAM and NAND contract prices to rise up to 20% in Q4 2026

TrendForce expects contract prices for DRAM and NAND flash to keep climbing in the fourth quarter of 2026, with increases of up to 20%. The forecast reflects a persistent memory shortage driven by AI infrastructure demand.

• DRAM and NAND contract prices forecast to rise up to 20% in Q4 2026
• TrendForce's forecast extends a run of memory price hikes
• The increase is tied to a shortage driven by AI demand