HP grabs 33.8% notebook market share

HP has claimed its leadership position in the worldwide notebook PC market,
while further strengthening its leadership position in India with 33.8% market
share, according to IDC.

HP's unit shipments for the notebook segment worldwide grew nearly 21%
quarter over quarter, almost 1.4 times the industry growth rate, according to
the analyst firm's fourth quarter analysis. Additionally, the company's
quarter-over-quarter growth rate was more than five times its nearest
competitor's.

Speaking on HP's performance in India, HP India Sales, Personal Systems
Group VP, Ravi Swaminathan said, "HP continues to provide products,
enhanced reach, and after sales service even in the B- and C- class cities. We
had a series of new launches this year wherein we offered superior product
proposition across various segments."

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