Record-high pricing pushes SSD and memory makers to borrow $880 million just to afford buying chips — Adata, TeamGroup, and others take on substantial debt to survive shortages
Several Taiwanese memory manufacturers, including Adata and TeamGroup, are raising over $880 million to secure chip inventory amid rising prices. Despite record revenues, these companies are struggling to maintain adequate stock due to soaring DRAM and NAND flash prices. The fundraising efforts highlight the severe challenges faced by the industry as contract prices continue to climb significantly.
- ▪Adata and TeamGroup are collectively raising more than NT$28 billion (approximately $880 million) through various financial instruments.
- ▪Adata is the largest borrower, securing NT$12 billion in bank loans and planning a private share placement.
- ▪Contract prices for DRAM and NAND flash have risen sharply, with estimates of a 90% to 95% increase in Q1 2026 alone.
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Tech Industry Record-high pricing pushes SSD and memory makers to borrow $880 million just to afford buying chips — Adata, TeamGroup, and others take on substantial debt to survive shortages News By Luke James published 18 May 2026 Revenue is at record highs, but even that isn't enough to fund the inventory these companies need. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Getty / Bloomberg) Share Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Several Taiwanese memory module manufacturers, including Adata and TeamGroup, are collectively raising more than NT$28 billion…
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