写真工房ぱれっと launches an official TikTok account for overseas audiences, sharing the appeal of location photography in Hokkaido with the world through short videos
Walk through “the mind of Gaudí” without going to Barcelona. The walk-through World Heritage museum “Gaudí: The Secrets of サグラダ・ファミリア” opens in Nakano and Fukuoka on July 24!
Tackling the trade show ROI problem: trade show decision-making platform テンジロウ refreshes its brand website and plans to officially launch the service this summer
[2026 Edition] How to Choose Phimosis Treatment, Explained by a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon: Comparison of 4 Surgical Procedures and Features of PRO CLINIC
ENVALITH（エンヴァリス）, a next-generation equity research service, to begin research coverage of Welby, a leading PHR service company committed to “patient-centered healthcare,” on Aug. 11
ENVALITH（エンヴァリス）, a next-generation equity research service, to begin research coverage of Hmcomm, which develops speech AI businesses originating from AIST under the banner of “democratizing speech recognition,” on Aug. 12
ENVALITH（エンヴァリス）, a next-generation equity research service, to begin research coverage of みらいワークス, which aims to “increase the number of people who take on challenges for Japan’s future” and plans to double operating profit this fiscal year, on Aug. 12
18th year of sponsorship! 東建コーポレーション is once again supporting young judoka, sponsoring the 2026 (Reiwa 8) Kinshuki High School Judo Tournament (98th edition)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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2026 (Reiwa 8) Kinshuki High School Judo Tournament (98th edition)
“Can your friendship survive at the bottom of the abyss?” A massive free-roaming XR adventure where no one can make it back alone, lasting 45 minutes, ‘Abyss Vault’ arrives in Fukuoka on July 24!
More people are taking on side jobs in vacation rentals to earn income. Why a company employee in their 40s who had hesitated to invest in real estate chose an “income-generating vacation rental M&A”｜A discussion with a customer receiving hands-on support from Tanaka for vacation rental investment. Hear their candid thoughts
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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A roughly 23-minute discussion reveals the candid thoughts of an employee investor
Since around 2022, I-san had been consulting real estate investment firms and financial institutions while considering their future livelihood and asset building.
ZETA HASHTAG, a hashtag utilization engine, is adopted by ダイドーフォワード’s direct-to-consumer fashion e-commerce site NY.ONLINE, enhancing product discovery to meet latent needs
Upending the conventional wisdom that “history is for memorizing”! New world history guides that make you “forget even to sleep,” with stories and full-color illustrations: ‘Reading World History Through Stories: From Ancient Times to the Modern Era’ and ‘Reading World History Through Stories: From the Modern Era to the Present’ go on sale
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Facts
List price: 2,420 yen (including tax)
A5 size, 508 pages (From Ancient Times to the Modern Era)
本間歯科グループ expands its “open clinic” project, designed to be fully accessible, to 3 clinics in Chiba Prefecture. Architect Motoki Ishikawa joins as creative director for a new initiative connecting healthcare, architecture and the community
[Explained by Teikoku Databank] First-half bankruptcies top 5,000 for the 2nd consecutive year; bankruptcies due to high prices and labor shortages hit record highs
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Bankruptcies totaled 5,335 in the first half of 2026
Total liabilities: ¥724.736 billion
556 bankruptcies due to high prices were identified
227 bankruptcies due to labor shortages were also identified
The Bank of Japan decided in June to raise its policy rate by 1%
[Award] アジア学院 wins the 34th Wakatsuki Award! Recognized for developing rural leaders in Asia and Africa and contributing to sustainable organic farming
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Has spent more than 50 years developing rural leaders in developing countries, including those in Asia and Africa
More than 1,400 graduates from 60 countries
Training period at アジア学院 (approximately 9 months)
Companies mentioned：アジア学院、若月賞選考委員会、JA長野厚生連佐久総合病院、学校法人アジア学院、Asian Rural Institute
SpaceX shares fall for 7 straight days, wiping out more than US$1 trillion in market value as Meta overtakes it
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
SpaceX’s market capitalization plunged by more than $1 trillion in 7 days, falling behind Meta to 8th place in the United States. Delays to Starship test launches added to growth concerns.
Technical indicators flash warning signs on General Motors ahead of earnings! Expert: Stock price and trading volume diverge, with short-term volatility brewing
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Investment analysis site Invezz warned that General Motors shares are showing bearish technical signals ahead of its second-quarter earnings announcement. Volume-price divergence and RSI divergence point to the risk of sharp short-term swings, warranting caution among investors.
Are US stocks flashing bullish signals? Citadel: 9 of 10 key indicators are green, while “1 indicator” is the key variable
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Citadel Securities analyzed that 9 of 10 indicators for U.S. stocks had improved, signaling a buying opportunity. Corporate earnings are the only major uncertainty. Market optimism is growing.
Companies mentioned：Citadel Securities、Bank of America
AMD gets a wave of positive news as analysts raise price targets; Microsoft to adopt Helios
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
AMD shares rose, and Rosenblatt and UBS raised their price targets. Microsoft announced that it would adopt AMD’s Helios for Azure, intensifying competition in the AI market.
A warning sign of panic? Goldman Sachs warns AI credit risk has begun spreading to broader markets
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A veteran Goldman Sachs trader warned that credit risks associated with AI investment are spreading from the technology sector to broader financial markets. Market anxiety is growing, and hedge funds are making a large-scale retreat from tech stocks.
〈Precious Metals After Hours〉Gold falls as Yemen's rebels impose a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Tensions in the Middle East escalated after Yemen’s Houthis imposed a sea blockade on Saudi Arabia, driving up oil prices. This heightened inflation concerns and expectations of higher interest rates, pushing gold prices down.
Trump's AI safety chief resigns abruptly after 3 months on the job, adding uncertainty to US regulatory framework
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Chris Fall, head of the U.S. AI regulatory agency CAISI, resigned after 3 months in the post. Concerns have emerged about continuity in U.S. policy as the U.S.-China AI rivalry intensifies.
US Treasury yields climb steadily, setting off alarm bells for stock valuations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Rising U.S. long-term bond yields have pushed the equity risk premium for the S&P 500 into negative territory, intensifying concerns that stock prices are overvalued. This signals a shift in investors’ risk assessment and a possible market correction.
Companies mentioned：Capital Economics、Rosenberg Research
After a month, US average gasoline prices return to the $4 range; rising inflation risks add pressure on Trump ahead of the midterm elections
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The average price of gasoline in the U.S. has returned to the $4 range for the first time in a month. Military clashes in the Middle East are pushing up oil prices and heightening inflation concerns, while political pressure on the Trump administration is mounting ahead of the midterm elections.
〈New York FX〉Dollar strengthens as Trump warns Iran it will pay for killing US troops, stoking safe-haven sentiment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. dollar has risen amid tensions in the Middle East and hard-line remarks by President Trump. Increased risk aversion in the market is affecting foreign exchange markets.
Trump signs executive order to strengthen defense supply chains and reduce reliance on China's rare earths
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
President Trump issued an executive order directing the strengthening of the defense supply chain to reduce reliance on China and other countries. The measure aims to bolster U.S. national security against a backdrop of U.S.-China geopolitical tensions.
Are Korean stocks an AI barometer? Wall Street watches KOSPI closely to gauge US stock trends
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
South Korea's KOSPI index has become a leading indicator for Wall Street's forecasts of US stocks, as AI semiconductor companies rise. Share price movements at SK海力士 and 三星電子 are drawing close attention from international investors, highlighting South Korea's growing strategic role in the global AI supply chain.
〈US Stocks After Hours〉AI mega-earnings week set to begin; US military launches airstrikes on Iran for 9th straight day; 3 major indexes close lower
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Major indexes fell in the U.S. stock market amid U.S.-Italy tensions and rising oil prices. Meanwhile, semiconductor stocks are drawing attention as earnings season begins for AI-related companies.
〈Energy After Hours〉Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz falls to single digits; Houthis blockade Saudi Arabia; oil prices fluctuate before closing up more than 1%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Oil prices rose more than 1% as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East escalated and ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz declined. The Houthis’ declaration of a maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia is unsettling markets.
After plunging nearly 3,000 points the previous day, Taiwan stocks attempted a rebound on July 20 but closed down 221 points, holding above 42,000. Foreign selling eased, while CCL makers were reported to be planning a second price hike of 10-15%. 豐興 raised steel prices amid pressure from losses. The moves reflect price adjustments across the supply chain and shifts in capital flows amid market volatility.
AI chip stocks plunge—but is this not the start of a bear market? JPMorgan: It's the perfect time to buy more! Q2 earnings set to climb higher
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
AI and semiconductor stocks fell 20–50%, but モルガン・スタンレー considers fundamentals sound and recommends buying the summer dip. Q2 earnings will be key to the next rally.
【袁志峰 Column】Northbound funds post net selling for 2 consecutive days
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Northbound funds posted net selling for two consecutive days. Hong Kong stocks rose, but trading volume fell, while 京東健康 was recommended as today's stock pick. The market is watching 港交所's plans to extend trading hours and 長和's planned spin-off listing.
鉅亨速報 - FactSet's latest survey: Target price for UnitedHealth Group (UNH-US) raised to 490 yuan, an increase of about 3.16%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
25 analysts raised their price target for UnitedHealth from $475 to $490, lifting market expectations. The stock has continued to outperform the broader market, drawing investors’ attention.
Elementary school math problem “5+4=9” marked wrong! More than half of students lose points; the correct answer revealed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A grade-school math puzzle that drew attention in Taiwan, “5 + 4 = 9,” was marked incorrect, with the correct answer given as 7 animals. The question, which tests observation and logical thinking, caused confusion and debate among parents.
傅大為's View: An anti-war reflection on anger toward women's groups
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
After a Taiwanese women’s movement group raised questions about anti-war efforts, Fu Dawei, an initiator of an anti-war statement, analyzed the anger behind the response and called for the importance of dialogue with China. This raises profound questions about peace and security in Taiwanese society.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s decision to dismiss the defense minister and back a senior military officer reflects not only a tactical dispute but also conflicting interests over reform. The choice will shape the course of the war.
周台竹's View: The geopolitical shift toward a US-China “AI bifurcation”—how can Taiwan find a third path amid the technological iron curtain?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
China has taken the lead in establishing WAICO, attracting 29 countries to participate and marking the start of a dual-track era for global AI led by the US and China. As a semiconductor hub, Taiwan faces pressure from both sides and needs to seek a third path.
汪志雄's View: Trust the government, trust the party, and enjoy all the toxic oil and food you can eat
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Professor Wang Zhixiong has sharply criticized the Democratic Progressive Party government’s food safety policies. Lack of transparency and suspicions of trade pressure are eroding trust.
林仁斌's View: The real warning from the toxic oil incident—how democracy gradually loses its ability to govern
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's toxic oil incident has shifted from a food safety crisis to political polarization, exposing the decline in the democratic system's governing capacity. The author says the system's inability to learn has led to repeated crises.
李忠謙 Column: Why did Zelensky dismiss Ukraine's Audrey Tang? Can the drone warfare designer make a comeback?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former Defense Minister Fedorov, a central figure in Ukraine’s drone strategy, was dismissed by President Zelensky, prompting fierce backlash among politicians, the military and the public. The episode symbolizes a clash between technological innovation and the existing system, and could have a major impact on the course of the war.
王鶴棣 and 李現 both lose out! TOP10 male actors who shot to fame in a single mainland Chinese drama revealed: No. 1 goes from cheerful to exhausted, embodying the character completely
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Introducing the top 10 Chinese male actors who rapidly gained popularity in some dramas over the past 10 years. The article analyzes the characteristics of each production and the appeal of the actors’ roles.
Opinion submission: “It's not like I forced you to eat it” to “It didn't kill anyone”—what the public has lost is not just food safety, but trust in the government
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's food safety crisis has raised public doubts about trust in the government, while remarks by ruling party officials have sparked controversy.
《金特務》 and 《神與律師事務所》 lose out! Netflix's TOP18 most-watched Korean dramas in the first half of 2026 revealed; “1 hit series” tops the list with 48 million views
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Netflix released its rankings of the most-watched Korean dramas in the first half of 2026. “Iron Fist Education” ranked first with 48.2 million views. The global popularity of Korean content has been reaffirmed.
Opinion submission: What counts as fact? Self-serving manipulation destroys understanding
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
2 serving and retired Taiwanese police officers were taken away by national security officers in Quanzhou, Fujian, China, and questioned for 6 hours, sparking an information war between the media and government. Key facts remain unclear, and the public questions the transparency of the information.
張競's View: Nationalization of British Steel—the awkwardness of an old capitalist empire using socialist means to cut off Chinese investment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In 2025, the British government nationalized British Steel, which is owned by 敬業グループ, citing the national interest. China protested, saying its legitimate rights had been violated. Geopolitical tensions form the backdrop.
朱淑娟 Column: Promote a carcass grading system—and, more importantly, abolish live pig auctions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chiayi County Magistrate 翁章梁 has advocated adopting a French-style carcass grading system and abolishing live pig auctions to improve animal welfare and disease prevention, while promoting a chilled meat supply chain.
Opinion submission: A rational look at the political divisions brought about by trees and people
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A local government official wrote about the political divisions arising from tensions between tree management and human safety, budget constraints and complex administrative procedures. The piece highlights the difficulty of reconciling public safety with nature conservation.
Opinion submission: From compromise to crossing boundaries—the deep contradictions behind Japan's imperial household law reforms and their implications for East Asian geopolitics
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Japan's ruling and opposition parties are discussing revisions to the Imperial House Law, including allowing female members of the imperial family to retain their status after marriage and considering the return of male-line descendants of former imperial branches. The move reflects a clash between traditional and modern values and has implications for Taiwan's geopolitical security, carrying major political and social significance.
Opinion submission: Can 莊競程 stop going around 陽明交大 using his identity as the Green camp's Hsinchu mayoral candidate?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
陽明交大 teaching assistant 莊競程 has campaigned on campus as a Green camp candidate, sparking debate over campus neutrality and criticism that he is abusing academic spaces.
Good morning, world〉22 batches of 中聯油 pass inspection; third-party experts enter the plant today to investigate and identify the main cause within 1 week
AI giants lose momentum; 華爾街日報: Retail investors seek the next tech superstar
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell slightly on the 20th, weighed by the unresolved Middle East conflict and rising oil prices, declining 0.59%, 0.19% and 0.05%, respectively
The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index, which fell into a bear market last week, edged up 0.60%
超微 shares rise more than 5% after the market opens
超微 shares rise more than 5% after the market opens, then retreat before the close, trimming gains to 1.58%
Original費城半導體指數近期由6月高點大跌，跌幅超過2成
微軟, Intel and Broadcom rise 2.15%, 2.13% and 1.98%, respectively
Companies mentioned：超微、AMD、微軟、Microsoft、輝達、Nvidia、美滿電子科技、Marvell Technology、安謀、ARM、美光、Micron、SK海力士、SK Hynix、蘋果、Apple、亞馬遜、Amazon、Alphabet、Meta、特斯拉、Tesla、華爾街日報、The Wall Street Journal
Warming reshapes wine regions; Swiss winegrowers welcome a bountiful harvest but fear devastating downpours
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A 日內瓦大學 study found that global warming is pushing grape-growing regions northward, creating opportunities for Switzerland’s high-altitude regions. Local winegrowers face climate change and the risk of extreme rainfall, and are hoping for a bountiful autumn harvest.
Facts
Switzerland produces about 90 million to 100 million liters of wine annually
Annual exports account for only about 2% of total production