Server and PC Hardware Prices Are Rising in 2026: What’s Driving It and What It Means for IT Budgets

Across the next 2 to 3 quarters (Q1 to Q3 2026), many organizations should expect continued upward pressure on server and PC hardware pricing. The biggest near-term drivers are not always CPUs or chassis: pricing is being pushed primarily by memory (DRAM) and flash storage (NAND/SSD), compounded by AI-driven demand and procurement volatility. Executive Summary […]