5月面板产业稼动率或下修6%~7%

Group 1: Core Views - The overall expectation for May is that TV panel prices will remain stable across the board [3] - Demand for TV panels is showing a weakening trend, prompting some brand clients to request more price concessions from panel manufacturers [2] - Panel manufacturers are aware of the weakening demand and have initiated production cuts, estimating a reduction in average industry utilization rates by approximately 6-7% in May compared to April [2] Group 2: Monitor Panels - Demand for monitor panels remains strong due to the ongoing tariff issues, allowing for potential price increases [4] - However, the weakening demand for TV panels may impact the price increase momentum for monitor panels, with expected price increases starting to converge [4] - Open Cell panels are projected to increase by $0.2 in May, while 21.5-inch and 27-inch panels are expected to rise by $0.1, and 23.8-inch panels, due to strong demand, are expected to increase by $0.2 [4] Group 3: Laptop Panels - Despite the ongoing tariff issues, the demand for laptop panels has not surged significantly, maintaining a normal pace [5] - Panel manufacturers are concerned about a potential drop in demand after the tariff exemption period, leading to a more aggressive approach in securing customer orders [5] - The price trend for laptop panels in May is expected to remain stable, with manufacturers negotiating more flexible pricing strategies to secure orders [5]