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Research explores reasons for tough ITAD conditions

Published: August 2, 2023
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One of the survey’s most notable findings was that 70% of respondents reported that prices for used electronics have decreased “a lot” since the first quarter of 2022. | Sarawut Aiemsinsuk/Shutterstock

A number of market factors squeezed the ITAD industry earlier this year, including high costs of labor and lower secondary market prices, according to a first-of-its-kind survey.  Continue Reading

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Metals prices and smelter fire dent Boliden’s financials

Published: July 26, 2023
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Shredded e-scrap showing gold and other metals.

Boliden estimates it lost about $19 million in second-quarter operating profits due to a fire at its flagship copper smelter. | Amy VonDe/Shutterstock

Global economic concerns and rising interest rates put a damper on metals prices during the second quarter, although gold and silver values were up because of investor interest, according to a major smelter operator.  Continue Reading

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Gartner: PC shipments fell again in Q2, but will stabilize

Published: July 20, 2023
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Analysts point to inflationary pressure as a key driver of reduced demand for PCs. | KenSoftTH/Shutterstock

Around the globe, PC shipments dropped 16.6% in the second quarter of 2023, marking the seventh consecutive quarter of decline. However, analysts at Gartner say the trend may be shifting soon.
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RGX nets Colorado grant for digital ITAD marketplace

Published: June 7, 2023
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The RGX grant is part of the Office of Economic Development and International Trade’s efforts to boost innovation in the state. | People Image Studio/Shutterstock

A Colorado business looking to make ITAD services more accessible and more efficient for both customer and provider was awarded a state grant to support its efforts.  Continue Reading

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Low chip prices hurt processor’s resale revenues

Published: May 10, 2023
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Executives at Iron Mountain lamented lower prices for many electronics components but feel optimistic about the second half of 2023. | Monticello/Shutterstock

Iron Mountain’s asset life cycle business increased its volume of used electronics processed during the first quarter, but a depressed market for electronic components meant much lower revenues.  Continue Reading

Gartner: PC shipments fell 30% during first quarter

Published: April 12, 2023
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Mikako Kitagawa, Gartner’s director analyst, predicts a moderate rebound in average PC prices in coming quarters. | Pavel L Photo and Video/Shutterstock

Market analysis firm Gartner says shipments of new PCs plummeted during the first quarter of 2023, with brand owners offering steep discounts to clear out inventory. An analyst estimates prices will rise moderately through this year, however.  Continue Reading

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Mitsubishi invests in US, eyes smelter expansions

Published: April 5, 2023
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A view of Mitsubishi Materials’ Naoshima Smelter and Refinery on Naoshima Island in Japan. | Courtesy of Mitsubishi Materials

Metals producer Mitsubishi Materials purchased a stake in a startup working to build a smelter in Indiana. Meanwhile, the company unveiled plans to substantially increase its e-scrap recycling capacity in Japan. Continue Reading

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