Computers and Business Equipment

摘要

Good,but not that good- that's how researchers at technology market research firm IDC(Framingham,MA)are characterizing the market for computers,printers,and peripherals right now.On the one hand,a worldwide uptick in spending for Ql this year is helping OEMs in the information technology(IT)market boost their numbers across the board.However,says Stephen Minton,VP worldwide IT markets at IDC,"There were some mixed signals in the U.S.,and in Europe the worsening economic conditions began to impact IT spending towards the end of the quarter.We remain focused on the downside of expectations for the rest of the year,with interest rates,oil prices,and currency fluctuations all potential wild cards,which could impact business confidence and investment."