> ERA Quick Connections — June 2026, Vol. 2
June 2026, Vol. 2
MONTHLY POS REPORT
The POS Index eased approximately 6 percent from March’s record high but remained at one of the strongest levels observed over the past several years. The modest month-over-month decline appears to be a normalization following an exceptional March rather than a shift in underlying demand. Overall, the trend continues to point upward, with April significantly outperforming the same period last year, reflecting sustained channel strength and healthy market momentum.
See the full chart and report.
INDUSTRY NEWS
> After a one-day plunge of chip stocks on Tuesday, chip-maker Micron rebounded with a blockbuster report of a 346 percent sales jump on Wednesday afternoon. Read more.
> Printed circuit board prices are up 40 percent due to a material most people haven’t heard of. Read more.
> As we celebrate 250 years of American democracy, Larry Robertson reflects on leadership lessons we can glean from our country’s history. Read more.
ERA NEWS
> MentorUP enrollment is still open…but not for long! The deadline to enroll is 4 days away — Monday, June 29. Mentorship is a proven way to grow, connect and thrive, and we’d love for you to be part of it. If you’re thinking about signing up to join the next ERA mentor/mentee cohort that will meet July through December, do not wait. Enroll today.
The program is FREE for ERA members, so what do you have to lose?
View program overview, mentor info, mentee info and enroll today.
Registration is now open for 2026 ERA STEP!
Mark your calendars for Sept. 29-Oct. 1, because ERA’s Sales Training for Electronics Professionals (STEP) is returning to elevate your sales game.
Designed specifically for frontline electronics industry sales reps, manufacturers and distributors, STEP 2026 delivers elite professional development directly to your screen. This year’s program features nine robust, 75-minute educational sessions led by a mix of professional sales trainers and seasoned industry executives.
> The next ERA LIVE will take place on Tuesday, July 21 at 4:00 p.m. ET, where Dennis Reed, senior analyst with Edgewater Research, will give a mid-year economic and market update. Budde Marketing will give an update on its acquisiton by Orbweaver at the end of the session.
More details and log-in information. We’ll see you there!
INDUSTRY TRENDS SURVEY
The June 2026 ERA Electronic Components Industry Trend Survey is now live!
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VIEW SURVEY RESULTS FROM 2024-2026
CHAPTER EVENTS & NEWS
Southern California ERA — Mix & Mingle Social — Mon., July 13
Ohio ERA — Break for Baseball — Wed., Aug. 5
IN-KY ERA — Golf Event — Thurs., Aug. 13
Pacific-Northwest ERA — Save the Date: Golf Tournament – Fri., Aug. 21
Southern California ERA — Annual Golf Tournament — Mon., Aug. 31
