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China’s energy storage capacity surged from 4GW to 155GW in 5 years, accounting for more than 90% of the U.S. market. Amid growing national security concerns, the country is targeting 300GW by 2030.
Companies mentioned：Benchmark
Taiwan stocks surged more than a thousand points in a single day after a steep decline, prompting market watchers to ask whether this marks a V-shaped rebound. Financial expert Yeh Yu-shuo said the key is whether the market can hold above the quarterly moving average of 43700 points; otherwise, it may be only a technical rebound.
Companies mentioned：台積電、聯發科、台達電、台塑化、南亞科、台化、台塑、三星
KMT legislator Weng Hsiao-ling proposed freezing Premier Cho Jung-tai's salary and cutting NT$210 million from the Ministry of Culture's budget, arguing that subsidies should be distributed more fairly to private arts and cultural groups. The proposal has sparked fierce controversy in political and cultural circles.
Weather expert Jia Xinxing said disturbance 92W east of the Philippines could develop into a typhoon from Friday to Saturday, affecting eastern and southern Taiwan, with rain expected across Taiwan over the weekend. The warning is important for people's travel plans and disaster preparations.
寶嘉聯合 Chair Wu Rui-hong said Taiwan's car market is at a crossroads among three powertrain options: gasoline, hybrid and all-electric. Consumers are taking longer to decide and the market has contracted slightly, leading him to take a “cautious and cannot be optimistic” view of the second half of the year.
Companies mentioned：Peugeot、寶嘉聯合
Iran-backed Houthi forces have declared a naval blockade of the Red Sea against Saudi Arabia, raising the risk of a further 7% decline in global oil supplies. The United States retaliated after an Iranian missile attack on a base in Jordan.
Original台灣電力公司提供四個節能技巧，建議在使用冷氣時適時開窗通風，設定溫度在26至28度，定期清洗冷氣過濾網，選擇高能效變頻冷氣，並避免頻繁開關冷氣，以減少電力消耗。
Companies mentioned：台灣電力公司、嘉義市環保局
Costco has introduced a hidden birthday-month perk for Black Diamond primary cardholders: spend at least 5000 yuan online and get 500 yuan off. The offer must be activated through the app. The news sparked heated discussion after appearing on social media.
Chinese authorities are restricting young people’s use of AI romantic simulation apps to prevent emotional dependence on AI partners. The main aims are to address the declining birthrate and avoid psychological risks.
Taiwan is tightening traffic regulations in 2026. Speeding by more than 40km/h will incur a fine of 36,000 yuan and a 6-month seizure of the vehicle’s license plates. A “vehicle-centric” enforcement system will hold vehicle owners, as well as drivers, responsible.
A U.S. federal appeals court overturned certification of a class-action lawsuit by Boeing shareholders. The plaintiffs alleged safety issues had been concealed, but the court found their method for calculating damages inadequate. The decision has major implications for the aviation industry and investors.
Companies mentioned：Alaska Airlines、Lion Air、Ethiopian Airlines
Cities and towns across Taiwan are offering limited-time summer promotions, including free bubble tea, while Taichung City provides a range of benefits for residents aged 65 and older. In politics, personnel changes within the Democratic Progressive Party have drawn attention. Internationally, easing pesticide-residue standards for imported apples has sparked controversy. In industry news, Taiwanese stocks have surged, and AI applications have become a hot topic.
Companies mentioned：CoCo、英特磊
Taipei Mayor 蔣萬安 called for a protest over 中聯’s carcinogenic oil issue. Entertainer 陶晶瑩 voiced support and was criticized by the 青鳥勢力. Cheap countered, “Are we sorting toxic oil by color?” and argued that food safety should take priority over political positions. The dispute highlighted social divisions.
Companies mentioned：中聯、風傳媒、泰山
Mao Cha Ding has launched a limited-edition 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival dessert series, led by its “Tieguanyin tea golden yolk pastry.” New creations include “Floral Rose,” “Island Taro Golden Lava Pastry,” and “Honey-Aroma Black Tea Oolong Latte,” offering a range of gift options.
Taiwan’s stock market surged, with the benchmark index briefly gaining 1,500 points. Semiconductor and PCB-related stocks strengthened, while 台積電 and 聯發科 led the market. The rally suggests a recovery in global technology demand.
Companies mentioned：台積電、鴻海、聯發科、廣達、台達電、富邦金、國泰金、欣興、景碩、聯茂、台光電、研華、樺漢、漢翔、亞航、龍德造船、台塑化、華新科、光鼎、聯友金屬-創、長廣
Costco has drawn global attention with a social media post about 8-pound bone-in chicken wings, becoming a cultural pilgrimage site for World Cup fans visiting the U.S. and underscoring its status as a symbol of American consumer culture.
Companies mentioned：Costco Hot Finds
Chinese EV maker 比亜迪 showcased an electric supercar at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK. It is being rebranded for Europe rather than using the BYD brand, in a bid to gain ground in the European market.
Companies mentioned：BYD、ウォール・ストリート・ジャーナル
A South Korean university student invested with 5x leverage and at one point had 300 million won in unrealized gains, but market fluctuations quickly turned those gains into losses. The student nevertheless said they would borrow money to invest again.
Companies mentioned：サムスン電子、SKハイニクス
The Environment Ministry announced that it will begin regulating the carcinogen benzo[a]pyrene (BaP) individually this year. It will soon begin the legal process to strengthen protections for public health.
KMT legislator Wan Mei-ling’s son, Si Guang-yang, was accused of bullying Chu Li-lun’s son, Chu Hsuan-yu, while at Huaxing High School and saying, “My mom is keeping an eye on your dad.” Si Guang-yang firmly denied the allegation, saying it was entirely fabricated. The incident has sparked heated discussion within the party and across society.
Ford’s board chairman warned of the competitiveness of Chinese automakers, emphasizing that it is impossible for the United States to keep them out forever. He called for U.S. industrial policy.
Companies mentioned：フォード自動車、比亜迪（BYD）、吉利（Geely）、ポールスター（Polestar）、ボルボ（Volvo）、テスラ（Tesla）、ルノー（Renault）
National Tsing Hua University professor Lee Chia-tung has proposed reinstating classroom bows, saying they can reflect respect for teachers and the value of education. Former legislator Cheng Yun-peng opposes the idea, arguing that respect should come voluntarily. Their views reflect a generational clash of values and have sparked widespread public discussion.
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an has invited Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai to join a July 25 Ketagalan Boulevard protest over carcinogenic oil products, stressing that local leaders should jointly defend food safety. The KMT accused the central government of contradicting itself by setting up a third-party investigation after previously obstructing local factory inspections.
The film “澎湖海戦,” which evokes China’s “unification by force,” was rumored to have been shelved just before release because it had not obtained the “龍標.” However, there have since been moves to announce a screening, leaving reports mixed. Its political intent is drawing attention.
Companies mentioned：央视、财闻、星島頭條、敖廣國漫
U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is pushing defense procurement reform, bringing funding to startups, but investment bubbles and congressional scrutiny remain challenges.
Companies mentioned：NODA AI、Anduril、Lockheed Martin、Outlander VC、Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Institute、CSIS、PitchBook
王品’s shrimp dumplings sold at 全聯 were snapped up as soon as they hit shelves. Consumers praised their thin wrappers and generous, sweet, juicy filling, sparking a social media frenzy and a wave of repeat purchases.
Companies mentioned：全聯、王品、及第、義美、奇美、灣仔碼頭、新東陽
Original中国のネットユーザーが「95後」の若手女優の演技力を評価し、宋祖児が1位に選出された。趙露思と関曉彤がそれぞれ3位と2位にランクインし、古装ドラマでの表現力が高く評価された。
Taiwanese stocks have been highly volatile recently. Finance expert Gu Yu recommends the actively managed ETF 00407A, citing its stronger resilience during market declines and 3 advantages: active stock selection, compounding returns, and a market discount. It may suit long-term investors looking to build positions at lower prices.
Putin brought China a plan for the Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline, but China rejected it, revealing a shift in the balance of power in China-Russia relations. The episode marks an important change in the geopolitical balance.
Kaohsiung’s Liuhe Night Market topped the rankings as Taiwan’s most popular shopping district with 6,104 online mentions, while Fengjia and Tamsui Old Street came in second and third. The post-pandemic tourism recovery has intensified competition among shopping districts.
Military clashes in the Middle East have continued for 5 months, but oil prices have been more contained than expected. The main reasons are slowing demand in China and increased U.S. supply. Risks remain, however.
Companies mentioned：IEA、ICE、Saxo Bank、StoneX、ClearView Energy、Oxford Institute for Energy Studies
ロッキード・マーティン is developing a lower-cost version of the Patriot missile. It will cost less than half the current price, with flight testing planned for 2028. Production in Europe is also planned.
Companies mentioned：ロッキード・マーティン、レイセオン（RTX）、ボーイング
The Taichung City Government has announced its 2026 benefits for older residents, including health insurance subsidies, living allowances, senior cards, and Double Ninth Festival gifts. The measures cover registered residents aged 65 and older and demonstrate the local government’s commitment to elder care.
Carcinogens were detected in cooking oil in Taiwan, prompting several brands, including 味王 and PaMi曾拌麵, to recall products. Refunds are being offered to consumers as concerns over food safety grow.
Companies mentioned：中聯油脂、福懋油脂、味王、食味鮮股份有限公司、好食樂食品股份有限公司、匠日生活股份有限公司
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan passed amendments to the “土石採取法” in its third reading. Illegal mining that causes disasters or deaths and injuries could be punishable by life imprisonment and a fine of 100 million yuan. The 高雄美濃大峡谷 incident prompted the move.
Tiffany has sued Chinese sanitary napkin brand “ALFFANY” for trademark infringement. The similarity in pronunciation is at issue, and the case is being heard by the Beijing High People’s Court. The case is also linked to industrial changes in Guangzhou’s Sanyuanli, and raises questions about changing attitudes toward intellectual property in China.
Companies mentioned：LVMH、上海適里ブランド管理有限公司
陽明交通大学 topped the 2026 average annual salary rankings for Taiwan university graduates at 830,000 yen. 国防大学 followed at 770,000 yen, with 台科大 and 北医大 next. Universities specializing in particular industries have an advantage.
Companies mentioned：比薪水、国立陽明交通大学、国防大学、台湾科技大学、台北医学大学、国立台湾大学、国立成功大学
Chinese AI startup 月之暗面 is set to launch Kimi K3, a model with 2.8 trillion parameters, making it one of the world’s largest open-source AI models. The U.S. technological lead has narrowed to just 6-9 months, underscoring intensifying U.S.-China AI competition.
Companies mentioned：Anthropic、紅杉中国、月之暗面
After the 中聯 carcinogenic oil incident, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an called for a July 25 Ketagalan Boulevard protest and invited Chen Chi-mai, who countered by inviting him to a central government food safety meeting. Chen advocated cooperation over political confrontation and stressed coordination through institutions and practical improvements, reflecting tensions between local and central governance.
Companies mentioned：中聯
Taiwan’s newly launched ETF “00406A” paid a dividend just over 1 month after listing, recording an annualized yield of 17.4%. Finance expert 阮慕驊 explained the 2 factors behind it: a decline in the price and an options strategy.
Companies mentioned：元大金
Original台湾の飲食チェーン3社が夏季プロモーションを発表。ナポリが199元均一価格、長田本庄軒がラーメン2杯目半額、イケアが小龍蝦メニューを投入。価格競争と季節限定で顧客獲得を狙う。
Companies mentioned：ナポリピザ・チキン、長田本庄軒、イケア
Original一名台灣高鐵乘客因在站內等待朋友長達3.5小時未出站，差點被罰2500元滯留費，引發公眾對高鐵滯站規定的關注。此事件凸顯旅客對交通規則認知不足。
Companies mentioned：台灣高鐵、台鐵、捷運
After Taiwanese stocks suffered their largest single-day drop on record, volatility continued. High-dividend ETFs have become a haven for capital because of their resilience, with institutions adding to holdings such as 0056 and 00961, reflecting a shift toward defensive investments.
Companies mentioned：元大證券、大華證券、統一投信、富達投信、復華投信、兆豐投信、台新投信、國泰投信、凱基投信、富邦投信、群益投信、中信投信、野村證券
Taiwan held its first mobile network speed-reduction drill in central and northern areas in 2026, retaining only voice calls and text messages. The exercise prompted public questions and increased pressure on telecom customer service. Media commentator Huang Yang-ming raised 3 concerns about the legal basis, regional differences, and stock market impact, highlighting issues of policy transparency and fairness.
Taiwan’s legislature passed amendments to the Telecommunications Management Act in its third reading, easing restrictions on foreign ownership of satellite communications operators and on the nationality of their board chairpersons. The changes pave the way for Starlink to enter Taiwan and strengthen communications resilience.
Companies mentioned：SpaceX
Despite falling behind in AI, Apple temporarily surpassed NVIDIA in market capitalization. The result reflects concerns over overheated AI investment and appreciation for Apple’s stable ecosystem.
Companies mentioned：NVIDIA、Google、Microsoft
郭智輝, former economy minister and founder of the 崇越グループ, announced his candidacy for chair of the 中華民國棒球協会, outlining plans to sustainably strengthen Taiwan baseball’s competitiveness through reforms to sports science and talent systems.
Companies mentioned：崇越集團、全越投資
Hong Kong veteran actor Hsieh Hsien died of pneumonia. The distribution of his estate has drawn attention, with 90% left to his grandchildren and 10% split equally between Nicholas Tse and Jennifer Tse.
A BBC investigation found that 3589 foreign fighters from more than 40 countries who joined the Russian military were killed on the Ukrainian front. They included prisoners, migrants recruited through false promises, and North Korean troops, highlighting the internationalization of the war and ethical concerns.
Companies mentioned：BBC、Mediazona、Taz、Hromadske、路透
Andy Burnham became British prime minister in July 2026, appointed by the Labour Party in a “coronation” without public debate. His policies and governing style remain opaque. He comes from a working-class background and was formerly mayor of Greater Manchester, and faces economic and social challenges.
Taiwan's stock market opened strongly today, with the benchmark index gaining 1215.09 points, or 2.86%. Weighted stocks such as 台積電 and 聯發科 performed strongly, while some stocks gained more than 9% and even hit the daily limit.
Companies mentioned：台積電、聯發科、漢翔、樂事綠能、光鼎、聯友金屬-創
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an called for a protest on Ketagalan Boulevard on July 25 over the tainted oil incident. The Taiwan People's Party criticized the government for failing to clarify the facts over the past 21 days and for administrative negligence, and urged people concerned about food safety to speak out. The incident highlights problems with lax enforcement.
The Tainan City Government's Environmental Protection Bureau has launched a limited number of 200-dollar green travel experience vouchers. Residents can claim one by completing a survey, promoting low-carbon travel and sustainable living with implications for public policy and tourism recovery.
Oil prices recovered as tensions in the Middle East escalated, sending 台塑化 shares sharply higher and triggering a limit-up. Second-quarter profit beat market expectations, lifting group stocks in tandem.
Companies mentioned：台化、南亞、台塑
BCA Research economists held an internal debate between bulls and bears over whether AI is creating a U.S. stock market bubble, highlighting deep divisions over the sustainability of corporate earnings and valuations and their impact on investor decisions.
Companies mentioned：Meta、Google
After a steep decline in Taiwan stocks, the top 20 companies by market capitalization were reshuffled. 南亜 surged on AI demand, while 台新新光金 entered the rankings for the first time. Financial stocks demonstrated stability.
Companies mentioned：南亜、台新新光金、富邦金、國泰金、中信金、台積電、聯發科、台達電、鴻海、廣達、智邦、中華電、鴻勁、致茂、緯穎、奇鋐、健策
After President Trump declared a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, shipping traffic plunged to 15% of prewar levels. Energy transportation has been severely affected, raising concerns that oil prices could once again reach $100.
Companies mentioned：Lloyd's List Intelligence、Kpler、S&P Global、MST Marquee
Chinese AI startup 月之暗面 unveiled Kimi K3, with 2.8 trillion parameters, and successfully designed its own chip in 48 hours. This has drawn attention to AI-related stocks including 騰訊, 美光 and Alibaba.
Companies mentioned：新思科技、Cadence、騰訊、美光、阿里巴巴、DeepSeek、Manus AI、Meta、Apple、Anthropic
AMD's Helios has been adopted by Microsoft Azure. Although priced 40% higher than NVIDIA's offering, it won on overall value. AMD has succeeded in shedding its low-cost image.
Companies mentioned：AMD、NVIDIA、Microsoft、Meta、OpenAI、Oracle、TCS
UBS says the sell-off in AI and semiconductor stocks is nearing an end and advises investors to buy back positions in stages. The move reflects the possibility of a market style rotation and carries significance for tech investing.
Companies mentioned：博通、マイクロソフト、オラクル、サンディスク、KKR
The number of beneficiaries of Taiwan stock ETFs has topped 18 million, with 群益 Taiwan Weighted 2X (00685L-TW) adding 145,000 in a month to become the most popular. Market participants say Taiwan stocks have sound fundamentals and advise investors to build positions in stages on dips.
Companies mentioned：群益投信、元大投信、主动复华
Taiwan's first monthly dividend ETF, 00929, has been revised to track Index 3.0, intensifying competition with 00878 and 0056. Investor interest is growing.
Semiconductor stocks fell sharply over the summer, but 摩根大通 emphasized the strength of fundamentals. Citing supply constraints through 2028 and continued cloud spending, it warned against excessive selling. Investors can look forward to a rebound.
Companies mentioned：摩根大通、美光 (MU-US)、SanDisk (SNDK-US)、インテル (INTC-US)、アプリケーション・マテリアルズ (AMAT-US)、ラムリサーチ (LRCX-US)、月之暗面 (Moonshot AI)、Laffer Tengler Investments、バークレイズ
After the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index entered a bear market, memory stocks rebounded. Morgan Stanley says AI demand will support the memory market over the long term and warns investors not to be misled by past economic cycles.
Companies mentioned：Micron Technology、SanDisk、SK Hynix、Samsung Electronics、Nvidia、Broadcom
Morgan Stanley says tight memory supply driven by AI demand will continue and points to an investment opportunity in U.S. Micron. DRAM prices are expected to rise more than 25% in the third quarter.
Companies mentioned：摩根士丹利、輝達 (NVIDIA)、博通 (Broadcom)、美光科技 (Micron)
China's unemployment rate among workers aged 16–24 fell to 14.9%, improving for 3 consecutive months. The National Bureau of Statistics announced the figure, indicating a gradual recovery in youth employment.
The Trump administration announced a measure to cut import tariffs from 50% to 25% for companies building or expanding aluminum smelters in the United States. The aim is to boost domestic production and ease high manufacturing costs.
Companies mentioned：倫敦金属取引所 (LME)
A Citi strategist says the era of the Magnificent 七 dominating the market is coming to an end, with emerging AI companies becoming the market's new winners. Investors should reassess their portfolios.
Companies mentioned：Apple、Alphabet、Microsoft、Amazon、Meta、Tesla、Nvidia、Broadcom、Micron、AMD、Intel、Applied Materials、Cisco、Lam Research
永豐金證券 has launched an online account-opening service for college students, using sub-account technology to support 26 banks. No separate settlement account is needed, and opening an account takes as little as 7.5 minutes. The service also offers a 988-dollar sign-up gift, lowering the investment barrier for young people.
Companies mentioned：永豐金證券、台新銀行、玉山銀行、中國信託、元大銀行
Tensions between the United States and Iran have risen sharply, and President Trump warned of a forceful response to U.S. military casualties. Additional deployments of F-35s and other forces to the Middle East are under consideration.
Samsung Electronics announced the creation of RX, a robotics business unit that reports directly to the CEO, to accelerate technology development and commercialization and serve as a new growth engine. The move lifted its shares by more than 5%.
Companies mentioned：現代自動車グループ、ボストンダイナミクス
A recovery in AI server demand is expected to drive a substantial increase in server CPU shipments by インテル and AMD, while analog semiconductor companies are also forecast to post strong results. The outlook comes from KeyBanc's analysis and is drawing market attention.
Companies mentioned：KeyBanc、インテル、AMD、MPWR、クオールコム、スカイワークス、クレイリオンロジック、Apple