PMA Research (PMA), the worldwide market information experts on large displays, has published their latest All-Displays sell-through tracking report on professional large-format flat panel displays (32” and larger) and professional projectors (above 500 lumens) being sold by leading U.S. Distributors who serve commercial markets.
Combined professional projector and flat panel display unit sales and revenues through distribution both rose 5% over the third quarter of 2021. When compared to 2020Q4, units and revenues grew 29% and 32% respectively. This uptick can be attributed to an increase in interactive flat panel display (iFPDs) sales, and to increased sales of +10000 lumen laser projectors both of which added substantially to the revenue growth.
Fourth quarter sales are typically focused on consumer televisions and home theaters. This year, professional display sales were also strong as manufacturers tried to fulfill on the unprecedented high volume of display backorders. K12 education backorders for iFPDs and ultra-short-throw projectors were delivered through well into the fourth quarter, long past the typical education buying season. This pushed 4Q revenues ahead of the previous two quarters, and very close to pre-pandemic 4Q2019 levels.
Demand outstripped supply again this quarter for both projectors and flat panel displays. End users were eager to purchase any inventory available. This included many premium products with larger price tags, such as +6000L laser projectors, 24/7 and commercial-grade LCD displays.
PMA’s monthly All-Displays Distributor Tracking report offers timely sell-through data and analysis on unit sales and market trends of projectors and large-format flat panel displays sold by leading U.S. AV and IT Distributors. These reports are ideal for tracking product and channel trends.
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PMA Research (PMA) specializes in worldwide market information for the projector industry, including detailed and comprehensive coverage of High-End Projectors, Mainstream Projectors, and Pico Projectors. With a series of quarterly projector shipment and forecast reports along with monthly sales tracking, PMA publishes data-driven insights for projector manufacturers, component suppliers, accessory companies, and channel partners.
Expanded coverage of the display industry includes market information on U.S. Professional Large-Format Flat Panel Displays. PMA’s Flat Panel Tracking Reports offer timely sell-through data and analysis on unit sales, revenues, and true volume-weighted selling prices of Professional Large-Format Flat Panel Displays sold by leading N. American dealers, systems integrators, and distributors.
