SK Group chairman warns of RAM shortage until 2030

The chairman of SK Group has issued a bleak warning that the current RAM shortage could persist until 2030, expecting more than a 20% shortage of wafers. SK Hynix is developing a plan to stabilize RAM prices.

The chairman of SK Group has delivered a stark assessment of the RAM market, predicting prolonged supply constraints. In comments reported by TechRadar, he stated that 'the current shortage could continue until 2030, so we expect more than a 20 percent shortage of the wafers.' This outlook underscores ongoing challenges in semiconductor wafer production affecting RAM availability. The warning highlights a 'RAM crisis' amid persistent shortages. Separately, SK Hynix, a major subsidiary of SK Group, is working on a strategy to stabilize RAM prices, aiming to address market volatility. These developments were detailed in a TechRadar article published on 2026-03-18.

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