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Shortage of memory chips could lead to increase in electronics prices
Description
March 18, 2026
Consumer Matters reporter Anne Drewa explains how a shortage of memory chips around the world could lead to a higher sticker prices for consumer electronics.
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Shortage of memory chips could lead to increase in electronics prices03:18 | March 18, 2026 -
B.C. condo owner says insurance company won’t cover him03:25 | March 16, 2026 -
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Shortage of memory chips could lead to increase in electronics prices
Description
March 18, 2026
Consumer Matters reporter Anne Drewa explains how a shortage of memory chips around the world could lead to a higher sticker prices for consumer electronics.
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