Keep in mind that cash flow is (one) reason why we have a chip shortage. Companies wanted their cash working for them rather than tied up in stupid inventory.

Keep in mind that cash flow is (one) reason why we have a chip shortage. Companies wanted their cash working for them rather than tied up in stupid inventory. Unfortunately, cash tied up in additional inventory would have lessened the effects of the shortage. So now cash will be lost through lost revenues, expensive overnight shipping to desperate customers, and lots of stress for the people and machines in the supply chain. There is always a risk no matter what the investment.