Lexar regional manager says that RAM prices are expected to double by the end of the year — 'discounts' and stabilized prices result from distributors getting rid of old stock or sourcing products from other regions (opens in new tab)

Industry insiders say that RAM prices will continue to go up in the next eight to nine months, as the memory chip crisis goes from bad to worse. While retailers make moves to temporarily reduce prices, these will eventually run out, so if you need to buy RAM, you should buy it now.