The world-wide shortage has fueled rising prices for some consumer gadgets. Meanwhile, the auto industry has been particularly hard-hit as the lack of a key component causes production delays. German car maker Volkswagen AG this month warned the global shortage could worsen over the next six months. Others have said they were bracing for problems through next year.
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Expected Major Events for Friday
06:00/UK: Jun UK monthly retail sales figures
06:00/EU: 2Q New passenger car registrations in Europe by fuel type
07:15/FRA: Jul France Flash PMI
07:30/GER: Jul Germany Flash PMI
07:30/SWE: Jun PPI
08:00/POL: Jun Unemployment
08:00/ICE: Jul CPI
08:00/ICE: Jun PPI
08:00/EU: Jul Eurozone Flash PMI
08:30/UK: Jul Flash UK PMI
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