Welcome to this overview of electronic components for 2025. As we look ahead, several key trends are shaping the landscape—from pricing and production lead times to broader supply chain dynamics. This article will walk you through what to expect in the year to come.

In the PCB market, there's positive momentum. Prototype production is becoming faster and more efficient, while overall manufacturing costs continue to decline. These improvements are helping to streamline development cycles and reduce barriers for innovation.

Power modules are currently showing stable prices and moderate lead times. However, we’re beginning to observe some signs of strain as we move toward the latter part of the year, with lead times gradually increasing. This may signal the need for closer planning and forecasting as demand fluctuates.

Microcontrollers (MCUs) remain under pressure. Certain models are still difficult to source, and lead times can stretch significantly. Despite this, there are indicators that the situation is starting to stabilize. Still, it's a category worth watching closely, especially for specialized designs or less common models.

Active components such as transistors and diodes are experiencing slight price drops, along with gradual improvements in availability. However, legacy parts are becoming harder to locate, as newer models begin to dominate production lines and absorb manufacturing capacity. This shift highlights the importance of design flexibility and staying up-to-date with component availability.