Global Smartphone Shipment Growth Slows Due to Tariffs

Global smartphone shipment growth slowed during the second quarter of the year, amid consumer caution due to economic uncertainty caused by US tariffs, particularly in the low-cost device market, according to data from research firm International Data Corp.

According to preliminary data, global shipments rose just 1% between April and June to 295.2 million units, compared to a 1.5% growth in the first quarter.

IDC said smartphone demand declined in China during the second quarter, as subsidy programs failed to stimulate consumers, noting that Apple recorded a 1% decline in its sales.