This could be a great time to buy a new work PC - no-one is buying the devices makers stockpiled in anticipation of Trump tariffs

• US PC shipments were up 15% in Q1 2025 compared with 9% globally
• Consumers aren't aware of Windows 10 EOS, or just don't want to upgrade
• Businesses are preparing for Windows 10 EOS, but 2025 PC market growth could be low

New data from industry analysts Canalys has revealed PC vendors are stockpiling inventory in anticipation of higher tariffs from the Trump administration, but they're not selling enough to clear their stock.

A sizeable 15% surge in PC shipments was observed in the US during the first three months of 2025, however this also aligned with an excess in inventory, with consumers far less likely to renew their devices this year compared with businesses.

The market outlook aligns with suspicions of higher tariffs, with US PC shipments expected to only grow 2% in 2025 despite strong first-quarter growth.