IDC sees 15% growth in worldwide PC shipments in 4Q

IDC said Tuesday that it expects worldwide PC shipments to grow by nearly 15% in the fourth quarter. The firm said it thinks the appeal of low-cost and portable PCs will continue to drive demand, despite fewer computer replacements and slower economic growth. 'The fact that solid double-digit growth has continued through 2005 shows that the market recovery did not peak in 2004 as many expected but is still ongoing,' said Loren Loverde, a director with IDT. 'The market may slow in 2006, but persistent growth over the past several years shows the appeal of low-cost and portable systems and the potential for both a longer recovery and a higher rate of long-term growth.'

Source: AFX International Focus

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