CAUSE
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“Why is semiconductor shortage happening?”
The semiconductor shortage is primarily caused by global supply chain disruptions triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, which severely constrained production capacity and logistics, creating a structural imbalance between demand and supply.
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This factor has led to widespread delays in semiconductor manufacturing and delivery, affecting industries from automotive to consumer electronics. Factories face raw material shortages and logistical bottlenecks, causing extended lead times and rationing of chips.
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