IP mixer’s “SPcollect” has announced a second-round release, following popular demand, of “Glowing Shade,” a cosmetics collaboration series with VTubers from NIJISANJI EN!
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TWD 899 (tax included; approximately 4,575 yen)
TWD 599 (tax included; approximately 3,050 yen)
Price: TWD 1,890 (tax included; approximately 9,610 yen)
[Sales begin today, July 20, at 12:00] Make the “invisible UV rays” of the scorching-heat era visible through color. “OBORO UV Checker,” pink during the day and glowing at night, launches early on Makuake
熊本ヴォルターズ to hold 3 preseason games against B.PREMIER and rival teams
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The 3 preseason matches open to spectators this season, combined with the previously announced “STARLUX Airlines presents Kumamoto Earthquake Recovery Support FRIENDSHIP MATCH 2026 KUMAMOTO VOLTERS vs TAIWAN BEER LEOPARDS” on 9/12 (Sat.), bring the total to 4 games.
The team will play all 60 regular-season games, starting with the season opener on Sep. 26, 2026
Limited to the first 20 participants] Experience the dream of being a bride, starting on the runway! Summer event “Summer Fes,” featuring dresses and sweets, to be held at アールベルアンジェ四日市 on Saturday, Aug. 22!
TV anime “Gachiakuta” Petit Kyun Series Fair launches! Goods featuring newly illustrated artwork to be sold exclusively at ゲオ stores nationwide and “viviON BLUE”!
A new comment video has arrived from legendary national band THE ALFEE! “5 Consecutive Months of THE ALFEE Specials”
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The 1983 Budokan concert stands as a landmark live performance that could be called the origin of today’s THE ALFEE.
An exceptionally rare live performance, held at Nippon Budokan on December 24, 2022, where tickets became difficult to obtain immediately and which has yet to be released in any home-video format
The August 3, 1984, concert at Yokohama Stadium.
Their cumulative number of live performances has topped 3000, the most by any band in Japan
They have remained at the forefront of the music world throughout a career spanning more than 50 years
A legendary, momentous night marking THE ALFEE’s 99th performance at their spiritual home, Nippon Budokan
They achieved the remarkable feat of 56 consecutive singles reaching the Oricon top 10
Companies mentioned：THE ALFEE、株式会社ジャパネットブロードキャスティング、PONY CANYON INC.、株式会社ポニーキャニオン、Project III
Making use of surplus capacity at production sites: orders open July 21 (Tuesday) for “Omakase Direct-from-the-Farm Rice” and “Direct-from-the-Farm Eggs Laid on Delivery Days Off”
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Price: ¥2,770 (¥2,992 including tax)
Price: Shiratama: ¥262 (¥283 including tax)
Members and members using the unified business system: total business volume of ¥268.96 billion / 1.77 million total members (as of the end of March 2026)
Members and members using the unified business system: total business volume of ¥268.96 billion / 1.77 million total members (2
Writer Haruki Murakami’s radio program, Episode 90: What “sensibilities unique to novelists” did he experience while writing his new novel? “村上RADIO～村上の世間話8～”
Over 500,000 copies sold!! The Chinese BL fantasy by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu, author of “魔道祖師,” reaches its triumphant conclusion! “天官賜福 6” now on sale to great acclaim!
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The Japanese-language novels have sold more than 600,000 copies in total
Standard edition: list price ¥2,530 (tax included)
Special edition: ¥9,900 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社フロンティアワークス、株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、Beijing Jinjiang Original Network Technology Co., Ltd.
One-day admission tickets for “Tokyo Game Show 2026” on sale at select Animate stores and through アニメイトチケット! Buy at an Animate store and the ticket fee is waived!
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This year marks the 30th anniversary of the event
First-ever 5-day event
Price: ¥3,000 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社アニメイト、アニメイトチケット、CESA、Nikkei Business Publications, Inc.、Sony Music Solutions Inc.
Can you actually get the Youth Housing Loan 3.0? These counties and cities may become “first-time buyer islands”; experts explain why
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Ministry of Finance’s “青安3.0” program launches in August, limited to young and middle-income earners under 50 with annual incomes of NT$2 million or less. Few people qualify in Taipei City and areas such as Hsinchu, raising concerns that they will become “首購孤島.”
KMT’s “anti-toxic-oil F4” takes shape; Niu Tse-hsun reveals 4 key advantages as this group in the DPP faces an awkward situation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
4 KMT-affiliated county and city heads have joined forces as “反毒油F4,” stepping up political pressure on the central government over food safety issues. DPP-affiliated leaders are struggling to respond.
Lee Da-hye lets her hair down and turns on the charm; takes over as ambassador for a hair-care brand, with a friend sharing summer tips for smooth hair
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Popular Taiwanese cheerleader 李多慧 has been named the 2026 brand friend of scalp-care brand 髮基因. She shared tips for dealing with summer hair concerns and is scheduled to hold a one-day store manager event on September 5.
45-meter waterslide comes to Chiayi as Hao Xiang Tu’s water-and-land amusement park opens, keeping families entertained until night
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chiayi’s Hao Xiang Tu Ocean Adventure Island has launched “Come to Chiayi for a Chill Summer Water Park,” upgrading the experience to a 2.0 water-and-land attraction featuring a 45-meter waterslide, inflatable castle and other facilities, along with stage shows and food stalls for families to enjoy all day.
Is Zhang Linghe and Wang Churan’s “This Second, Too Much Heat” worth watching? His military uniform and gold-rimmed glasses exude a captivating aloofness, but 4 flaws draw criticism: “Worse than AI short dramas”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Chinese drama “這一秒過火,” starring 張凌赫 and 王楚然, has drawn mixed reactions since its premiere, with its visual presentation and dialogue sparking debate. Its AI-generated opening and excessive skin-smoothing have drawn criticism.
Market flash: Is Taiwan’s stock market’s brief return to positive territory already over? 台積電 and 鴻海 buck the trend to prop up the market as 聯電 hits limit down and investors remain cautious
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan’s stock market sees volatile trading intraday today. The main index fell after opening, then rebounded and briefly turned positive before fluctuating in a narrow range below the flat line. 台積電 and 鴻海 hold in positive territory, while 聯電 approaches its limit-down price.
Hsuan Ming-chih undergoes brain surgery to “remove 160ml blood clot”; son Hsuan Chang-you reveals latest condition: eyes open and both feet can move
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
聯電 Honorary Vice Chairman Hsuan Ming-chih underwent emergency brain surgery for a brain hemorrhage, during which a 160ml blood clot was removed. His condition is now stable; he has opened his eyes and can move both feet. His son Hsuan Chang-you shared the latest update, stressing that the next treatment priorities are preventing another bleed and controlling heart failure.
Bring your ID! Match “1 character” to get a free bubble tea at participating stores nationwide; CoCo also has a buy 1, get 1 free deal—July drink shop offers at a glance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Major Taiwanese bubble tea brands are offering a range of discounts and giveaways to meet summer demand. 8酵茶 is offering free drinks to people associated with the “Horse,” while CoCo has a buy-one-get-one-free deal, among other promotions. The campaigns aim to encourage customers to visit.
Today’s (7/20) top stories! Double Ninth Festival senior-citizen cash gift schedule revealed! / Tourism subsidy of “1,000 yuan in 1 county or city” launches today! / How much prize money will the World Cup champion receive?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Cities and counties across Taiwan are offering Double Ninth Festival senior-citizen gifts and tourism subsidies; the 2026 World Cup has record prize money, the new labor pension system takes effect in August, and temperatures remain high. A range of social welfare programs and public policies are drawing attention.
Drone budget at a standstill! Lai Ching-te inspects NCSIST and criticizes opposition: Don’t leave the military trapped in the legislature
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
President Lai Ching-te inspected NCSIST, criticizing opposition parties for blocking the special drone budget. He stressed the importance of defense autonomy and asymmetric warfare capabilities, and called on the Legislative Yuan to support national security.
Has 台積電’s earnings conference turned into a “legal hearing”? CFO responds for the first time to sharp share-price drop, admitting that building factories in the US costs “5 times as much as in Taiwan”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
TSMC’s chief financial officer has commented for the first time on the stock’s post-earnings-call decline. He acknowledged that the cost of building factories in the U.S. is 4–5 times that in Taiwan, but expressed confidence in long-term growth driven by AI demand.
“The Creepy Romance” and “Apartment Blackout” lose out! Netflix’s “1 masterpiece” vaults straight to the top of South Korea’s ratings, drawing mixed reactions from viewers | Watch online link included
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Netflix’s Korean original drama “鬼謎東宮” premiered on July 17, 2026, and immediately ranked No. 1 in South Korea. The star-studded cast of 南柱赫, 盧允瑞 and 曹承佑, and its blend of Eastern supernatural tales, drew attention, but reviews were divided.
What to do if there’s no internet for 30 minutes during an urban resilience exercise? Yunlin County Magistrate Chang Li-shan reveals “1 powerful technology” that enables communication without internet or power
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 2026 urban resilience exercise will simulate a mobile network outage. Yunlin County Magistrate Chang Li-shan is promoting Meshtastic communication technology, highlighting its key role in keeping command operations uninterrupted during disasters and strengthening disaster preparedness across Taiwan.
Unilever’s three major sustainability IPs reshape its full-value-chain action model and help the island breathe again; corporate sustainability ambassador “Sustainable Action Kid—Xiaohua” makes first appearance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Unilever Taiwan launched the immersive “Island Breathes” exhibition and sustainability ambassador “Xiaohua” at the “Sustainable Good Days” event. Through three major IPs, it is deepening action on ocean sustainability, women’s empowerment, and diversity and inclusion, while encouraging public participation.
Leading Japanese liver expert visits Taiwan to discuss new perspectives on cocoa polyphenols and antioxidants; 3–5 pieces of high-cocoa dark chocolate daily may support metabolism, efficiency and good spirits
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Japanese liver specialist Dr. 栗原毅 visited Taiwan and shared the latest research on the antioxidant effects of cocoa polyphenols and health management. He emphasized appropriate ways to consume high-cocoa dark chocolate and the importance of healthy lifestyle habits.
Hua Nan Financial Holdings has long promoted grassroots baseball
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
華南金控 supported the 第五屆全國社區棒球大賽 as a lead sponsor, marking 20 years of grassroots baseball development. It continues its CSR activities supporting children’s dreams.
Which PX Mart yogurt tastes best? Insiders name this one for its “rich milky flavor and mild acidity”: the price is very affordable
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwanese consumers reviewed the yogurt sold at 全聯, with 福樂 found to be the most popular brand and to have the highest repurchase rate. Online reviews provided detailed analysis of taste, price, ingredients and more.
Where do returned Costco appliances go? Experts reveal “2 major destinations”; here’s where to look for a bargain
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Costco’s returned home appliances are sold at a discount depending on their condition or sent to clearance outlets. It strategically handles returns worth $27 billion annually to minimize losses.
Fortunes soar from Major Heat! These “4 zodiac signs” overcome hardship and make a major comeback; connections turn into opportunities, making it hard not to get rich
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
During Major Heat, the fortunes of those born in the Year of the Dog, Rooster, Snake or Rabbit are set to turn around, with the Rabbit standing out in particular as career and social connections bring new opportunities.
Everyone across Taiwan is coughing! Doctor explains what is behind the “coughing wave”: seek medical care if it lasts more than 3 weeks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A wave of coughing has emerged in many parts of Taiwan. Doctors say it is caused by various respiratory viruses and environmental factors. Anyone whose cough lasts more than 3 weeks should seek medical attention promptly to prevent the condition from worsening.
2026’s latest travel subsidy is available now! Everyone who meets the requirements across Taiwan can receive up to 2000 yuan per person. Apply by 8/31 or miss out.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
成功鎮公所 in Taitung County is offering tourism subsidies for “成功藍線微旅行” through August 31, 2026. It provides subsidies of up to NT$2,000 per person to promote land-and-sea tours to 綠島. 1-day tours, 2-day tours and independent travel are all eligible.
2026’s universal 10000-yuan payment gets a bonus today! Eligible people can receive 6000 yuan each. A look at eligibility and required documents.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
花壇鄉 in Changhua County has begun distributing NT$6,000 in cash to all residents whose household registration was in the township by March 1, 2026. The move has drawn attention as part of a local government economic stimulus measure.
Blue camp’s “hunger strike relay” protesting tainted oil mocked as “taking turns eating”; writer rebuts the “Bluebird” critics: Lin Yi-hsiung was the originator.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A KMT lawmaker declared a “relay hunger strike” to protest the carcinogenic oil issue, but 青鳥 supporters mocked it as “taking turns eating.” A writer noted that 林義雄 was the pioneer. The political divide has been laid bare.
A new MRT plan is in the works for central Taiwan! The 3.71-kilometer line will connect “5 major local projects.” Online commenters praise it: “A solution to traffic hell.”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taichung’s MRT Red Line plan calls for a new 3.71-kilometer branch connecting the Intercontinental Baseball Stadium and Shui-Nan Transfer Station, linking five major projects and improving transport convenience. The plan has drawn public attention.
Seniors, claim your money! The senior citizens’ card benefits are getting a major upgrade: “1000 yuan every month for life.” In one county or city, eligible people can have the money deposited directly via their card.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chiayi County Government is upgrading benefits for senior citizens’ and disability cards. Cardholders can use 30 points to offset admission fees at the Shui上 Township Sports Center and receive a monthly transport subsidy of 1,000 points, improving convenience for seniors and people with disabilities.
Trump urges Congress to include Iran in the Russia sanctions bill. US senator: Russia-Iran cooperation poses a greater strategic threat.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former President Trump urged Republican lawmakers to add Iran to the 《2025年ロシア制裁法案》. Comprehensive sanctions are considered urgent because cooperation between Russia and Iran poses a new strategic threat to the United States.
Carcinogenic oil controversy spreads! Chen Chien-jen says, “Products should be pulled from shelves if necessary,” and claims drinking more water can flush out benzo[a]pyrene.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Academia Sinica President Chen Chien-jen called for problematic products to be pulled from shelves over the carcinogenic oil incident, saying that drinking more water can help flush out benzo[a]pyrene. He also responded to questions about his Democratic Progressive Party affiliation and academic neutrality.
Is a secure government job no longer appealing? Willing to lose 20 million just to leave the military! Insiders reveal why: “Your whole life is gone.”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A total of 6315 Taiwanese military personnel applied for early retirement, and 4267 are liable for compensation totaling ¥929.17 million. Poor pay and excessive workloads are cited as causes, underscoring a severe recruitment crisis.
Is the Taiwan stock market plunging into a bear market? Huang Shih-hsiu breaks down the “3 major definitions”: Don’t rush to listen to pundits tell stories.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan stocks plunged nearly 3000 points on the 17th, setting a record for the largest-ever closing decline. Huang Shih-hsiu, founder of Nuclear MythBusters, outlined three definitions of a bear market and questioned financial pundits who make predictions without actually trading.
The 2026 World Cup final will feature a halftime show for the first time! Madonna, BTS and Justin Bieber will take turns on stage; “1 post-match star” hailed as having the most World Cup spirit worldwide.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final featured its first-ever halftime show, with Madonna, BTS, Shakira and others performing. The short 11-minute show featured numerous artists, drawing mixed reviews over its lavishness and disjointed pacing.
Set for a windfall in mid-July! “4 zodiac signs” will have so many benefactors they can’t be stopped, turning connections into cash and seeing savings double.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Tarot expert Eiffel says Venus will approach Regulus in mid-July, bringing improved fortunes for people born in the Year of the Rabbit, Horse, Pig or Monkey. Their social and financial prospects will peak, with help from benefactors expected to turn connections into income and boost savings.
Song Weilong and Zhang Jingyi’s The Wild Dog Bones loses out! The top 10 mainland Chinese drama couples with the best chemistry revealed: The winners’ eyes say it all, and they’re so sweet off-screen it’s “almost like they’ve officially announced their relationship.”
Is a wave of mainland Chinese tourists headed to Taiwan? “Direct flights to 2 cities fully reopen”; 3 major airlines resume all flights starting in July. A look at the latest routes.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The direct Kaohsiung–Ningbo route resumed on July 4, operated by 春秋航空. With 2 flights a week and a 2-hour reduction in travel time each way, the route is expected to revive tourism and business ties.
She was the one pushed aside by Pan Men-an! Huang Renxun’s “trillion-yuan banquet” reporter, the only one in Taiwan to get an exclusive interview, receives support from Huang Yang-ming: Asking tough questions is a reporter’s duty.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Presidential Office Secretary-General Pan Men-an swung his arm and pushed away reporter Liu Ting-ting as she questioned him about the tainted oil case involving Chung Lien at a public event, sparking public outcry. Media commentator Huang Yang-ming backed the reporter, stressing that asking tough questions is a reporter’s duty. He criticized Pan’s physical attempt to avoid questions and insincere apology, saying they reflected a lack of humility among senior officials.
2026 World Cup》Messi and Mbappe couldn’t do it! Football’s greatest prodigy sets a record before turning 20: Wins both the European Championship and World Cup, becoming the first ever to do so.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
19-year-old Spanish sensation Lamine Yamal won the World Cup, becoming the first U20 player in history to win both the European Championship and the World Cup.
“If the US cuts off the internet, can your country’s factories keep running?” The Economist on the US-China tech war: Building data centers matters more than nurturing AI giants.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Economist warns that AI has become a geopolitical tool for the US and China, and that countries should prioritize building domestic data centers to preserve their room to maneuver and bargaining power.
Commuters take note! Kuo-Kuang Motor Transport’s bus boarding procedures change significantly tomorrow; ticket sales and pickups across Taiwan will be suspended.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Due to a data center relocation, Kuo-Kuang Motor Transport’s ticketing system will be offline across Taiwan for 9 hours on July 21, 2026, affecting all ticket purchases and refunds. Commuters will need to pay in cash or use electronic transit cards. The incident highlights the challenges of digitizing transport infrastructure.
Haaland and Mbappe beaten! The top 11 most spectacular goals of the 2026 World Cup revealed: One player breaks through the entire defense alone, while the England-France clash delivers an iconic moment.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
At the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Bellingham, Messi, Mbappé and others scored historic goals. The high-scoring England-France third-place match drew particular attention, with England winning.
〈Focus stocks〉Passive components show no signs of bottoming; more than 10 stocks hit limit down intraday, and Yageo* suffers its second straight limit-down session.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
On the 20th, passive electronic component stocks fell across the board on Taiwan's stock market, with Yageo hitting limit down for consecutive days. Investor concerns are mounting amid slowing demand and inventory adjustments.
SK海力士 chairman warns: AI chip demand will surge 100% next year, and memory prices will keep rising.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
SK海力士 Chairman Chey Tae-won warned that the surge in AI demand will tighten semiconductor supplies next year and push memory prices higher. He described the race among companies to secure supplies as “panic.”
〈Focus stocks〉Military and aerospace business opportunities are poised to take off; several drone concept stocks hold above the previous close.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan's Executive Yuan proposed a special defense ordinance for drones worth 210 billion yuan. Military-related stocks such as 漢翔 maintained their gains, boosting market expectations.
Inside Apple’s lawsuit against OpenAI revealed! Apple accuses OpenAI of inducing employees to leak information and steal trade secrets.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Apple sued OpenAI for trade secret theft. The dispute centers on information leaks through a former employee and AI hardware development, and could have a major impact on the industry.
Companies mentioned：OpenAI、Google、io、Weil, Gotshal & Manges、The New York Times、Florida government
ChangXin and 長江存儲 line up for listings, seeking to raise more than 100億 US dollars. How can investors seize opportunities in China’s memory chip giants?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
China's leading DRAM maker ChangXin Memory Technologies listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange's STAR Market, raising up to $8.6 billion. The company is growing rapidly on AI demand, but faces geopolitical risks and concerns about oversupply.
〈Focus stocks〉High-end enterovirus vaccine development plan receives CDE and TFDA landmark project designations; shares rise in a bid to reclaim the quarterly moving average.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
高端疫苗's multivalent enterovirus vaccine development was selected for support by the CDE and TFDA. Development is accelerating, market expectations are rising, and the stock has gained.
AI investment enters Stage 4: Citi raises its cloud capital expenditure forecast and reveals new winners in optical communications.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Citi sharply raised its forecast for capital spending on AI data centers and pointed to progress in optical communications technology at Stage 4. NPO and CPO technologies are set to be key drivers of next-generation growth.
The Taoyuan City Government is offering industrial land in Phase 2 of the Taoyuan Technology Industrial Park through an open application process. It is releasing an initial 46,600 ping, with state-of-the-art infrastructure in place, to attract high-tech companies. Flexible use of funds is also a strength.
The market does the Fed’s “rate hike” work for it! Are soaring Treasury yields a new tightening weapon for Warsh?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. Treasury yields rose sharply, effectively tightening financial conditions. Hawkish remarks by Chairman Hua Xu were behind the move, and markets are pricing in rate hikes in September-October.
At Samsung's foundry division, 81.5% of employees are considering leaving. Pay disparities with the memory division are the cause, worsening the outflow crisis among semiconductor talent.
鏵友益（6877-TW）went ex-dividend today with a 0.5-yuan payout, but its share price fell well below the reference price. The company aims to recover its performance in the second half of 2026 by shifting to semiconductor inspection equipment.
Market update》AI stocks have plunged for consecutive sessions. What exactly is the market worried about now?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Semiconductor stocks fell sharply after South Korea tightened regulations. However, fundamentals for AI demand remain solid, and the decline is seen as a valuation correction. The importance of long-term investment has come into focus.
Chinese AI company 月之暗面 applied to list in Hong Kong and unveiled its latest model, Kimi K3. It reached annual ARR of $300 million, demonstrating rapid growth in both technology and finances.
Taiwan stocks swing as trading volume stays subdued; high-priced stocks buckle, with 7 limit-down stocks in morning trading and 4 dropping off the list, leaving 44.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
High-priced stocks plunged on Taiwan's stock market, with 7 stocks hitting limit down and 4 falling below NT$1,000. Trading volume was also lackluster, heightening market anxiety.
Taiwan's retail investors rapidly cut their leverage, with margin balances falling by NT$27.6 billion in a single day. The Taiwan stock market has entered a technical correction, and risk appetite is receding.
Xinyu invests strategically in 欣新網, taking a 400-lot stake and joining forces to expand in Southeast Asia.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
軒郁 made a strategic investment of 400 lots in 欣新網, a Taiwanese e-commerce services company, and announced plans to jointly develop Southeast Asian markets. The companies aim to accelerate overseas growth by combining brand strength with local operating expertise.
〈Focus stocks〉Taiwan Taxi’s ex-dividend showcase hits turbulence; shares briefly flash limit down and trade below the dividend.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan Taxi shares plunged to limit down on the ex-dividend date, despite an 8-yuan dividend and revenue growth, as the market reacted cautiously. The company is expanding into housekeeping services and cross-industry partnerships, but its share price faces short-term pressure.
Kuo’s Nankang corporate headquarters tops out; completion expected by the end of 2027.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan’s major concrete producer Kuo（2504-TW） announced that its Nankang corporate headquarters has topped out and is expected to be completed by the end of 2027. The move marks a new phase in its asset revitalization strategy and is significant for Taiwan’s AI office ecosystem.
Ripple effect! After Kimi K3’s release, Anthropic’s expected year-end IPO valuation falls 11%; Moonshot AI abruptly halts new consumer subscriptions.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
月之暗面 unveiled its high-performance large language model Kimi K3, stunning the market. Expectations for an Anthropic IPO have waned, and the company has temporarily halted new consumer registrations because of limits on its computing capacity.
〈Taiwan dollar〉Funds leak out amid Taiwan stock market tug-of-war; the currency extends its intraday decline by 1.4 jiao, falling below 32.4 yuan.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan stocks swung sharply today, and capital outflows sent the Taiwan dollar down 1.4 jiao intraday to below 32.4 yuan, making it the weakest Asian currency. Key factors include geopolitical tensions, intensifying AI competition and a record high in foreign investors’ short positions.
〈Focus stocks〉Da-Yun Optoelectronics’ low-orbit satellite and defense engines fire up; shares buck the trend and surge from the lows to limit up in morning trading.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Da-Yun Optoelectronics shares hit limit up against the trend, driven by North American broadband upgrades and defense projects, showing strong momentum.
Gold holds around the 4000-dollar mark! US-Iran tensions escalate and Fed rate-hike expectations grow; markets keep a close eye on oil prices and inflation.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Escalating US-Iran tensions and expectations of Fed rate hikes have kept gold around 4000 dollars. Oil topping 90 dollars has heightened inflation concerns, shifting the market’s focus to monetary policy and geopolitical risks.
Companies mentioned：Global X ETFs、Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland