Typhoon Bavi approaches；產險公會 reminds policyholders to review coverage
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Since 109年4月1日，residential fire insurance and the policy-based basic earthquake insurance have included residential typhoon and flood disaster compensation insurance in their basic coverage
Will the Fed raise interest rates this year? Experts explain 2 key factors: The worst has already been endured; is there still a need to deploy scorched-earth tools?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Following the minutes of the U.S. Federal Reserve’s FOMC meeting, experts forecast that interest rate hikes will be paused this year, citing solid economic growth and slowing inflation.
Typhoon Bavi is here: Will Neihu flood again? Chiang Wan-an moves into the disaster response center; Taipei’s team is on high alert
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
As powerful Typhoon Bavi approaches Taiwan, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an moved into the disaster response center, and 4 cities and counties—Keelung, Taipei, New Taipei and Taoyuan—announced work and school suspensions. Residents were urged to prepare for disasters, especially in low-lying areas such as Neihu, where flooding is a risk.
SK hynix reportedly sees more than 7 times oversubscription for U.S. ADR offering as market embraces AI theme
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
SK hynix issued ADRs worth $28 billion in the United States and received subscriptions of more than 7 times the offering. Rising AI demand has led the market to recognize the company’s strategic value.
As Typhoon Bavi approaches, New Taipei opens all yellow and red curb zones to parking; police urge public to follow rules and work together on disaster prevention
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
As Typhoon Bavi approaches, New Taipei City has fully opened parking on Yellow and Red Lines, urging residents to stay safe and follow regulations.
“One vote for Puma Shen, one for Robert Tsao, one for Akio Yaita.” Chen Hui-wen mocks them as “three in one”: “We can’t let Chiang Wan-an win without lifting a finger.”
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Taiwanese media figure Akio Yaita was attacked by a Chinese national, drawing condemnation in solidarity from Shen Boyang and Tsao Hsing-cheng. Chen Hui-wen satirized them as “three as one” and called for support for Shen Boyang’s election campaign.
Typhoon Bavi hits Taiwan! All international flights at Taoyuan Airport canceled on the 11th; a roundup of changes by China Airlines, EVA Air and STARLUX
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
As powerful Typhoon Bavi approaches Taiwan, Taoyuan International Airport announced that all international flights on July 11 would be canceled, and major airlines including China Airlines and EVA Air made adjustments. The move affected many travelers, highlighting the airport’s emergency response and disaster-prevention capabilities.
Third delegation to visit Taiwan within 1 year! Panamanian congressman: Will actively promote a Taiwan-friendly group in Congress upon returning home
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A delegation of Panamanian lawmakers made its 3rd visit to Taiwan in 1 year. After returning home, it said it would urge the executive branch to give Taiwan greater priority. Deeper democratic and economic ties are expected.
Taiwan People’s Party caucus demands a report on the tainted-oil case tomorrow; Han Kuo-yu speaks up for Cho Jung-tai: “Should he go to the Legislative Yuan instead of handling disaster prevention?”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Over the carcinogen issue involving Chung Lien Oil Products, the Taiwan People’s Party demanded an immediate report from Premier Cho Jung-tai. Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu, however, decided that the typhoon response should take priority and postponed the report until July 14.
Are Formosa Plastics Group’s Four Treasures awake? Q2 earnings show profits of 64.2 billion; experts offer 2 warnings: This boom may be a “flash in the pan”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Formosa Plastics Group released its financial results for the first half of 2026, reporting combined profits of nearly 108.5 billion yuan, a sharp reversal from last year’s losses. Experts attributed the gains to rising oil prices and AI demand, but warned that the boom may be short-lived.
Do the Batanes Islands in the northern Philippines belong to China? Chinese scholar’s absurd claim angers Manila, with Taiwan innocently “dragged into it”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A Chinese scholar claimed that the Philippines’ northernmost Batan Islands belong to China because they are a natural extension of Taiwan, infuriating Manila. Taiwan cannot remain uninvolved, and regional tensions are rising.
Are multiple insurance policies trapping policyholders with waiting periods? FSC orders immediate comprehensive review
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The FSC found that several life insurers had extended disease-claim waiting periods into the second policy year, in violation of regulations, and ordered a comprehensive review. The move infringes on policyholders’ rights and has drawn public attention.
Maolin schoolchildren experience SUP for the first time as Kaohsiung’s Ocean Affairs Bureau brings marine education to remote areas
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Government’s Marine Bureau gave students from Maolin Junior High School the chance to try SUP, expanding access to marine education in remote areas. Safety instruction was also provided to foster a connection with the ocean.
Kaohsiung advances people-centered transport! Road layout on Fuxing 1st Road improved, and Minzu Elementary School footbridge demolished ahead of schedule
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Public Works Bureau completed road improvements on Fuxing 1st Road and demolished the footbridge at Minzu Elementary School as part of its push for people-centered transport. The measures improve pedestrian safety and the urban environment, serving as a local benchmark for transport reform.
Will Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung and Taoyuan get a typhoon day on Friday? Hou You-yi and Chiang Wan-an have announced their decisions! A roundup of work and school suspensions across Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Local governments in Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung and Taoyuan announced work and school suspensions for Friday because of the powerful typhoon, with Hou You-yi and Chiang Wan-an among the first to make the announcement. Other parts of Taiwan followed suit. The decision affects the safety and daily activities of millions of people.
Taichung City makes full preparations for Typhoon Bavi; Lu Shiow-yen stresses the need to prepare early and not let down one’s guard
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taichung City raised its disaster response level for powerful Typhoon Bavi. Mayor Lu Shiow-yen emphasized early preparations and cooperation with residents to ensure safety.
Typhoon Bavi approaches! Kaohsiung prepares early for flood prevention; Lin Chin-jung inspects drainage preparations in Tianliao and Gangshan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
With Typhoon Bavi approaching, Kaohsiung Deputy Mayor Lin Chin-jung inspected flood-prevention preparations in Tianliao and Gangshan, strengthening drainage and backup power supplies to reduce the risk of flooding and waterlogging.
太平洋旅行社 says the needs of high-end travelers to Japan are shifting from “visiting tourist attractions” to “multi-night stays focused on the lodging experience.” In response, it is promoting immersive travel plans centered on extended stays at luxury accommodations.
Hotel Château links up with local produce, while Hotel Indigo promotes cat adoption for travelers; Agriculture Bureau creates a new urban tourism attraction
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Government and star-rated hotels are creating new value in tourism by using local agricultural products and promoting adoption of cats in need of homes. The blend of regional revitalization and animal welfare is drawing attention.
China Steel and China Steel Chemical hold an all-around smart-ace summer camp, helping Cianjhen children develop a range of skills
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
China Steel joined China Steel Chemical and an education foundation to hold a summer camp, where 64 children from Cianjhen developed their abilities through a variety of courses, demonstrating the organizers’ commitment to local education and sustainability.
Trump takes on the Supreme Court! Executive order restricting “birthright citizenship” rejected; he angrily calls the decision utterly absurd
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former President Donald Trump sought to issue an executive order restricting birthright citizenship, but the U.S. Supreme Court rejected it. Trump called the ruling “ridiculous” and demanded a rehearing. The dispute over immigration policy is intensifying.
What has and hasn’t changed at Watsons on its 185th anniversary: A historical retrospective at a Dadaocheng exhibition, while the revamped Wuchang store in Ximending reopens, showcasing ambitions for an omnichannel business
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Watsons Group marks its 185th anniversary with a “Time Exhibition” in Dadaocheng and limited-edition products. Its revamped Wuchang store in Ximending has also reopened, showcasing its O+O omnichannel strategy and vision for comprehensive healthy living.
CPC’s Dalin Refinery advances environmental sustainability, wins top award for maintaining a Kaohsiung air-quality purification zone
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
CPC’s Dalin Refinery received a top award in 2025 for its long-term maintenance of a Kaohsiung air-quality purification zone, demonstrating tangible action on ESG and corporate social responsibility and strengthening its image as a partner in public-private environmental governance.
Typhoon Bavi bears down; New Taipei Animal Homes prepare early to protect their furry residents
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In response to Typhoon Bavi, the New Taipei City Animal Protection and Health Inspection Office strengthened disaster preparations at all animal homes to ensure the safety of sheltered animals. The move reflects the local government’s commitment to animal welfare and its strong sense of public responsibility.
Hsinchu County mobilizes to face “Bavi”! Yang Wen-ke chairs typhoon-prevention meeting and calls for vigilance in flood-prone areas
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Hsinchu County raised its disaster response center from Level Three to Level Two in preparation for Typhoon Bavi. County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke ordered heightened vigilance in flood-risk areas, with the county making every effort to protect residents.
CPC’s Petrochemical Business Division builds a green campus, recognized with Kaohsiung’s corporate contribution award for air-quality purification zones
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
CPC Corporation Taiwan’s Petrochemical Business Division adopted an air-quality purification zone at Wang Gong Elementary School in Kaohsiung and received the “Corporate Contribution Award” for environmental improvements and greening. Its community contributions and sustainability efforts were recognized.
18 national top scorers from Hsinchu City announced; Ann Kao: “Their achievement is our city’s pride!”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
18 Hsinchu City students achieved the highest scores nationwide on the junior high school comprehensive assessment. Mayor Ann Kao publicly honored them and presented gift vouchers, highlighting the city’s educational strength and the results of its “Hsinchu Learns Well” policy.
Kaohsiung Syok! City deepens tourism ties with the Malaysian market, promoting itself in Kuala Lumpur and Penang to seize New Southbound opportunities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Government’s Tourism Bureau conducted a 6-day tourism promotion campaign in Malaysia, strengthening tourism cooperation through B2B and B2C activities. It also partnered with local media and KOLs to raise its international profile.
Boosting AI memory! Micron raises investment to $250 billion as the largest wafer fabrication site in U.S. history takes shape
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Micron announced it would raise its U.S. investment plan to $250 billion to meet memory demand in the AI era, creating the largest semiconductor manufacturing site in U.S. history.
Hsu Hsiu-lan: Second-phase planning for Texas plant begins, inevitably increasing U.S. capital expenditure
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
環球晶 and 美光 signed a 10-year supply agreement, with the latter investing $500 million. The company will begin planning the second phase of its Texas plant, inevitably increasing U.S. capital expenditure and reflecting customers’ long-term confidence in its supply capabilities.
Challenging 阿里巴巴’s record! SK hynix’s U.S. IPO reportedly priced at $149 per share, with fundraising potentially reaching $26.5 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
SK hynix listed ADRs in the United States at $149 and aims to raise $26.5 billion. The offering could surpass Alibaba’s IPO record and reflects rising demand for AI memory.
〈U.S. premarket〉Chip stocks provide support! Major indexes open higher as U.S.-Iran tensions continue to weigh on market sentiment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Major U.S. stock indexes opened higher on strength in semiconductor shares, but renewed military clashes between the United States and Italy heightened geopolitical risks and dampened market sentiment. The ADR listing of SK海力士 drew attention amid growing AI-related demand.
Hong Kong’s biggest IPO of the year gets a cool reception; Luxshare Precision falls below its IPO price on debut, leaving retail investors with an estimated loss of about HK$300 per board lot
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Luxshare Precision held the year’s largest IPO in Hong Kong, but its shares fell below the offer price on the first day, underscoring investor caution. The company is targeting AI and automotive electronics as a second growth engine.
Companies mentioned：Apple、Tencent、Temasek、Hillhouse Capital
Taiwan Stock Exchange proposes three major trading changes; FSC says brokerage system upgrades will be included in routine cybersecurity audits starting in September
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
台湾証交所 proposed three major reforms, including moving odd-lot trading earlier and changing price increments. 金管会 will include securities firms’ system upgrades in security audits starting in September to ensure market stability.
GlobalWafers lands 10-year deal with 美光 and secures $500 million in strategic funding
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
GlobalWafers and 美光 signed a 10-year long-term supply agreement, with 美光 investing $500 million. The deal aims to strengthen U.S. semiconductor manufacturing and the supply of advanced silicon wafers to meet growing demand in the AI era.
Taiwan stocks close for 1 day on 7/10 because of the typhoon; ex-rights and ex-dividend dates for 23 stocks, including 聯詠 and 中信金, postponed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan stocks were closed across the board on July 10 because of Typhoon Bavi, and the ex-rights and ex-dividend dates for 23 stocks were postponed to July 13. Investors’ rights will not be affected, and related procedures have also been delayed.
U.S. initial jobless claims fell to 215,000 last week; labor market remains stable
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. initial jobless claims fell to 215,000 last week, indicating that layoffs remain low and the labor market is stable. Despite a slowdown in employment in June, businesses continue to follow a “slow hiring, no firing” approach, a trend with implications for Federal Reserve policy.
Has the AI trading tide turned? The “buy chips, sell software” strategy is starting to ease
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The “buy chips, sell software” strategy driven by the AI investment boom is beginning to reverse, with software stocks rebounding and semiconductor stocks pulling back as investors reassess AI’s real-world benefits.
Companies mentioned：Salesforce、ServiceNow、Check Point Software、Adobe、Meta、NVIDIA、Applied Materials、iShares Semiconductor ETF、OpenAI、Samsung Electronics、DeepSeek
The profit dilemma in the large-model API market: Revenue makes a three-step leap, so why are losses still in the tens of billions of dollars?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
騰訊研究院 analysis finds that although revenue in the large-model API market is growing, companies are broadly losing money because of price competition and high costs. Industry leaders such as OpenAI may still post losses of ten billion dollars in 2026 and need to build differentiated competitive moats.