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PC registered a weekly rise to Rs 176/kg on 24 Feb 2026, up Rs 6/kg from last week. The move is constructive on the week, while the broader record remains softer. Indian PC prices are being watched closely for signs that the series is settling after earlier declines. Trading stayed measured through the week, keeping procurement discussions focused on published assessments rather than intraday swings.

The fortnight comparison against 10 Feb shows a change of up Rs 11/kg, while the month view versus 24 Jan is up Rs 18/kg. Recent markers remain clear, with a high around Rs 190/kg and a low near Rs 152/kg in the latest tracked window. The gap between the recent high and low shows the wider backdrop, but the latest week did not show abrupt reversals.

Looking further out, the three-month anchor sits at Rs 190/kg and the six-month reference at Rs 214/kg, with a year-ago baseline of Rs 208/kg on 24 Feb 2025. For buyers tracking PC prices in India, the current assessment provides a clean reference point for tenders and contract resets. A second mention of Indian PC prices is included to keep bookmarking summaries consistent with weekly data logs. Buyers can use these anchors to document variance checks and to benchmark weekly purchasing lots against the assessed marker, PC, PC Market, Ticks Higher, Long Term Softness, Engineering Plastics, Petrochemical Trend.

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PC prices in the domestic market have edged higher this week, continuing a slow recovery from January lows. The recent movement has improved short-term sentiment without altering the broader context of softer longer-term pricing.

On a weekly basis, Indian PC prices increased by Rs 3/kg to Rs 165/kg. The fortnight trend shows prices rebounding from around Rs 158/kg, while the month view highlights a gain of roughly Rs 12/kg from mid-January. Trading activity has been stable, with prices moving in small increments and staying near the recent high of about Rs 165/kg. The lowest level recorded in the past month was close to Rs 152/kg, providing a clear reference point for recent downside. Indian PC prices therefore show a defined recovery range in the near term.

From a wider perspective, PC prices in India remain significantly lower than levels seen three and six months ago, and the year-on-year comparison also shows a marked decline. This contrast highlights that the current rebound is corrective rather than transformational, keeping procurement strategies focused on short-term signals,m PC Market, Steady Recovery, Weekly View, Polycarbonate, Domestic Market, Market Trend.

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PC ended the week unchanged at Rs 158/kg, pausing after a short run of improvement earlier in January. Indian PC prices have gained Rs 5/kg over the past two weeks, rising from Rs 153/kg on 13 Jan 2026, even as the week-on-week line holds flat. That leaves the market in a clearer near-term position for buyers who monitor weekly benchmarks.

On a month view, the price is Rs 2/kg lower than Rs 160/kg on 27 Dec 2025, showing that the recovery has not fully offset earlier weakness. Over the last 30 days, PC traded near a recent high around Rs 160/kg and stayed close to a recent low near Rs 152/kg, so the month window shows a wider spread than the weekly move suggests. The three-month comparison remains the dominant feature, with the latest level Rs 74/kg below Rs 232/kg on 29 Oct 2025; six months back it is Rs 51/kg lower than Rs 209/kg on 31 Jul 2025. Year on year, PC is Rs 56/kg below Rs 214/kg on 27 Jan 2025. PC prices in India therefore carry a stable weekly close within a much softer longer trend, useful for contract resets and budget variance tracking, PC, PC Market, PC Prices, Steadies Weekly, Stronger Fortnight, Polymer Market, Petrochemical Update.

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𝗔𝗥𝗠-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗖 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗖𝘀

The 𝗔𝗥𝗠-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗖 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 is predicted to reach USD 52.65 billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 28.30% by 2030.

ARM-based PC processors are central processing units (CPUs) that are based on the Arm architecture and are used in personal computers (PCs). The Arm architecture is a type of Reduced Instruction Set Computing (RISC) architecture that offers several advantages over traditional x86 processors, including improved power efficiency, lower heat generation, and greater flexibility in design.

𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲

Unlike traditional x86 processors, ARM-based processors are designed with power efficiency at their core, making them highly attractive for lightweight laptops, hybrid devices, and future-ready computing systems. This growing adoption highlights how the market is not just about technology—it’s about redefining the PC ecosystem.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁

IMAGO Technologies GmbH – A pioneer in ARM-based solutions tailored for industrial and embedded computing.

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. – Known for Snapdragon platforms bringing ARM architecture to consumer-grade PCs.

Apple Inc. – Revolutionized the market with its M1 and M2 chips, setting new benchmarks for performance and efficiency.

NVIDIA Corporation – Leveraging ARM-based designs to integrate powerful computing with AI and graphics.

NXP Semiconductors – Provides reliable ARM-based processors for secure, scalable applications.

MYIR Tech Limited – Specializes in ARM-based modules and boards for a variety of industries.

Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. – Innovating ARM-based processors to strengthen its ecosystem and reduce dependency on foreign technology.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝘆 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

The accelerating shift toward energy-efficient, high-performance PCs is creating a disruptive market environment. ARM processors are no longer limited to mobile devices—they are now making their way into laptops, workstations, and cloud environments. This evolution is poised to challenge long-standing processor monopolies and create significant opportunities for growth.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻

PC shipments saw a notable rise in 2024, fueled by businesses upgrading aging hardware ahead of Windows 10’s end-of-support in October 2025. Market analysts reported a 3.8% to 5% increase in sales, with strong year-end discounts and government incentives further driving demand.

Global PC shipments fell 9% YoY in Q3 2023 but marked second straight QoQ growth - Counterpoint Research. Global PC Shipments Continue Normalization in Q3 2023; Stronger Rebound Expected in 2024 Highlights Global PC shipments - Vendors are eyeing a shipment comeback next year AI PC to drive another wave of shipment growth in 2024 Annual PC shipments to return to pre-COVID-19 levels in 2024 Background

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- HP had a resilient quarter; PC OEM vendors looking for solid growth driver - We maintain our double-digit YoY shipment decline forecasts for 2023 post-Q3 2023 shipment results - AI-enabled PC models are expected to fuel PC market in 2024 London, Hong Kong, Boston, Toronto, New Delhi, Beijing, Taipei, Seoul, – Oct 17, 2023 - Global PC shipments declined 9% YoY in Q3 2023 as the market continued to be weighed down by weak demand amid a slowdown in consumer and enterprise purchases. However, global shipments grew sequentially for the second straight quarter in Q3 2023 helped by moderate seasonality. We reiterate that the PC market has already bottomed out and are expecting gentle shipment recovery along with several new product launches over the next couple of months, especially from AI function-enabled models.

Global PC shipments - Vendors are eyeing a shipment comeback next year

Lenovo’s shipments saw a single-digit percentage YoY decline in Q3 2023, outperforming most PC OEMs except HP, whose Q3 2023 shipments registered mid-single-digit YoY growth in percentage terms as the company benefitted from robust consumer and educational demand. However, other tier 1 PC vendors such as Dell, Apple, and Asus still struggled to find strong shipment drivers to boost shipments across the board. Fortunately, we are now entering the first replacement cycle after the COVID-19 pandemic, along with a potential pickup in AI PC momentum as we move into 2024.

AI PC to drive another wave of shipment growth in 2024

Over the past five quarters, PC OEMs have been working hard to resolve inventory issues and have had a difficult time searching for a new growth engine for their PC businesses. In this context, AI PC has emerged as the next big thing and will very likely drive the next wave of shipment rebound in 2024. We expect AI PCs to have a 50% 10-year CAGR from 2020 and dominate the PC market after 2026 with an expected penetration rate of more than 50%. Intel, Qualcomm, and other PC CPU makers are working closely with PC OEMs toward next-generation mainstream models, and we expect to see a lot of new product launches after Q4 2023, marking a new chapter for the PC industry.

Annual PC shipments to return to pre-COVID-19 levels in 2024

We expect the global PC market’s shipment volume to return to pre-COVID-19 levels next year helped by the Windows 11 replacement, the next wave of Arm PCs, and AI PCs. Although AI PCs may not gain much traction in the very beginning, we believe that with the increase in applications around the world, AI PCs could progress tremendously in H2 2024.

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