New Taiwan dollar opens up 1.9 cents at 32.17
The New Taiwan dollar opened at 32.17 today, up 1.9 fen from the previous day. The move in the Taipei foreign exchange market reflects a slight fluctuation in exchange rates.
Companies mentioned：中央社
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Taiwan | 中央社 CNA (continued)（42）
Taiwan stocks opened down 119.61 points
Summary not yet available
Facts
- The weighted index stood at 45511.98 points
- Trading value was NT$9.097 billion
Annual physicals for U.S. military personnel aged 30 and older; defense chief calls for testosterone tests to maintain combat readiness
U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth has made testosterone testing mandatory as part of annual medical examinations for soldiers aged 30 and older. The measure aims to maintain combat readiness and support long-term health.
Political banners at Argentina’s World Cup match could violate FIFA rules
After the World Cup semifinal, an Argentina player held up a political banner reading, “The Maravia Islands belong to Argentina,” prompting suspicions of a violation of FIFA rules. The territorial dispute between Britain and Argentina lies behind the incident.
Wu Der-rong: Unstable atmosphere, with strong convection often developing in the afternoon
Weather expert Wu Derong said that weak Pacific high pressure is making atmospheric conditions unstable in Taiwan, with strong convection expected in mountainous areas in the afternoon. People have been warned to take care amid high temperatures and thunderstorms.
Companies mentioned：交通部中央気象署、気象応用推廣基金會
3 major U.S. stock indexes rise, Philadelphia Semiconductor Index falls; Taiwan stocks focus on TSMC’s earnings briefing
All 3 major U.S. stock indexes rose, but the semiconductor index fell. TSMC's earnings announcement is in focus in the Taiwan market. Several Taiwanese companies are seeking to expand their technology and markets through M&A.
Companies mentioned：台湾光罩、光鉅控股、巨頻科技、昇達科技、鴻海、Churchill Capital Corp XI、Agility Robotics
英格蘭 eliminated in the final 4; Bellingham draws controversy after shedding tears on the pitch and then patting an opponent on the back of the head
England came from behind to lose 1-2 to Argentina in the World Cup semifinal, and a moment in which Bellingham struck an opposing player's head from behind after the defeat drew attention. His emotional reaction has drawn criticism.
Companies mentioned：Metro、The Sun、中央社
法國 passes assisted-dying bill, setting strict conditions for patients’ euthanasia
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Facts
- Members of the 國民議會 voted 291 in favor
- 241 voted against
- 29 abstained
- In 2025, at least 158 法國 citizens traveled to Belgium and Switzerland for euthanasia or assisted suicide
- In 2025, 110 法國 citizens received euthanasia
- In 2025, 48 法國 citizens traveled there for euthanasia
- There were 57 people in 2024
Companies mentioned：法國、國民議會、參議院、費加洛報、尊嚴死亡權協會、法國主教會議、法國新聞台、比利時聯邦安樂死管控暨評估委員會、陪伴患者走完人生最後一程的尊嚴協會、Dignitas
U.S. House passes 2027 State Department appropriations bill, including $500 million in aid to Taiwan
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill related to national security and the State Department for fiscal 2027, approving measures that include $500 million in military assistance to Taiwan. The bill strengthens support for allies as a counter to China.
Companies mentioned：アメリカ在台協会（AIT）
Reuters: Czech Foreign Ministry confirms a citizen was detained in China
The Czech Foreign Ministry confirmed that a Czech citizen had been detained in China. It is in contact with the citizen through consular assistance, but details have not been disclosed.
Companies mentioned：www.seznamzpravy.cz
英格蘭 lose to 阿根廷 in the World Cup, leaving fans downcast
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 阿根廷 beat 英格蘭 2-1
- 英格蘭 score a goal
- Nationwide holiday
- 英格蘭 last reached the World Cup final in 1966
- 英格蘭 reach the World Cup final 4 again
Companies mentioned：英格蘭、阿根廷、英國政府、曼徹斯特市長、執政黨工黨、柏南、凱恩、圖赫爾
英格蘭 miss out on World Cup final; captain Kane says a strategy focused on holding the lead is not enough to win
England came from behind to lose 1-2 to Argentina in the World Cup semifinal, missing out on a place in the final. Captain Harry Kane cited the team's defensive approach as the reason for the defeat. The long-sought triumph, which England has not achieved since winning in 1966, eluded the team once again.
Companies mentioned：中央社、路透社、BBC
Taiwanese community groups join Brazilian media group to support children with cancer, donating books to spread hope
Taiwanese charitable organization 『愛之贈予』 and Brazilian media group GMG held a picture-book donation event at a children's cancer hospital in São Paulo. Through literature and volunteer work, they brought hope to children who are ill.
Companies mentioned：GMGグループ、愛之贈予（Amor Se Doa）
Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示（9）
Amended securities report — 120th fiscal period (2025/04/01–2026/03/31)
Taiho Kogyo filed an amended securities report for its 120th fiscal period. It corrected accounting errors and sought to maintain the reliability of its financial reporting. The update is important information for investors.
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates) – 9th Period (2025/10/21–2026/04/20)
Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management released its securities report for the 9th period. It disclosed the investment trust's financial position, strengthening information disclosure to investors.
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates) – 10th Period (2025/04/23–2026/04/22)
Nomura Asset Management filed its securities report for the 10th period. It disclosed the investment trust's operating status to investors, ensuring transparency.
Companies mentioned：野村アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates) – 4th Period (2025/04/22–2026/04/20)
Rakuten Investment Management released its securities report for the 4th period. It explained the investment trust's operating status and financial position, underscoring its commitment to disclosure for investors.
Companies mentioned：楽天投信投資顧問株式会社
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates) – 10th Period (2025/04/22–2026/04/20)
Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management released its securities report for the 10th period. It explained the investment trust's operating status and financial position and sought to ensure transparency for investors.
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates) – 5th Period (2025/04/22–2026/04/20)
Rakuten Investment Management filed its securities report for the 5th period (April 22, 2025–April 20, 2026). It disclosed the investment trust's financial position and performance, strengthening the provision of information to investors.
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates) – 15th Period (2025/10/23–2026/04/22)
Nomura Asset Management filed its securities report for the 15th period. It is an important document disclosing the investment trust's operating status to investors and ensuring transparency.
Companies mentioned：野村アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates) – 10th Period (2025/04/23–2026/04/22)
Nomura Asset Management released its securities report for the 10th period. It explained the investment trust's financial position and operating status and provided information to investors.
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates) – 57th Period (2025/10/23–2026/04/22)
Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management filed its securities report for the 57th period. It disclosed the investment trust's operating status to investors and sought to ensure transparency.
Companies mentioned：三井住友トラスト・ホールディングス株式会社
Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所（4）
【基泰】 announces matters related to the ex-dividend record date
Original基泰（2538）は2026年8月5日を除息基準日として1株0.5元の現金配当を実施。配当支払いは8月31日。投資家にとっての権利確定日程が明示された。
【達麗】 announces, on behalf of its subsidiary 寶信營造 Co., Ltd., that losses from derivatives trading have reached the prescribed limit for an individual contract
Dali Development disclosed that its subsidiary, 寶信營造, incurred unrealized losses on equity-linked hybrid contract bonds and reached the individual contract loss cap. The losses will not have a material impact on the company's operations.
Companies mentioned：寶信營造
【長虹】 announces matters related to the suspension of conversion and exchange applications for 長虹建設股份有限公司’s fourth domestic unsecured (e.g., first secured) convertible (exchangeable) corporate bonds (known as 長虹四, code: 55344).
長虹建設 announces that conversion registration for its fourth unsecured convertible corporate bonds (code 55344) will be suspended from Aug. 6 to 31, 115年, due to the distribution of stock dividends and cash dividends. Bondholders must apply for conversion by Aug. 4.
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【長虹】 announces plans to sign a construction contract with subsidiary 宏林營造廠 for a new residential building project in Mingde Section, Tucheng District, New Taipei City.
長虹 plans to sign a construction contract with its wholly owned subsidiary 宏林營造廠 for a new residential building project in Mingde Section, Tucheng District, New Taipei City, for a total of approximately NT$735 million. The move signals continued expansion of its real estate development footprint and has strategic significance.
Companies mentioned：宏林營造廠股份有限公司