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Companies mentioned：國家公園署海洋國家公園管理處、台灣承諾公益協會、台南將軍國小
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Companies mentioned：保瑞藥業、Onconic Therapeutics、第一藥品、JAQBO
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Companies mentioned：安聯人壽、中華民國迷你足球協會
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Companies mentioned：海巡署、中國水產科學研究院東海水產研究所、日本、菲律賓
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Companies mentioned：國防部、內政部、國安局、法務部、陸委會、大陸委員會
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Companies mentioned：奇美文化基金會
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Companies mentioned：蔡瑞月舞蹈研究社、蔡瑞月文化基金會、台北市政府、台北市文化局
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Companies mentioned：民眾黨、國民黨
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Companies mentioned：鐵道局、行政院、交通部
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Companies mentioned：伊朗伊斯蘭革命衛隊、美軍
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Companies mentioned：7-Eleven、日本放送協會（NHK）、Mercari
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Companies mentioned：中聯油脂、泰山、福懋、福壽、衛生福利部、食品藥物管理署
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Companies mentioned：委內瑞拉國會、法新社
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Companies mentioned：台北101
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Companies mentioned：Too Good To Go、飯團、Uber Eats
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Companies mentioned：底特律老虎隊、芝加哥小熊隊、美國職棒大聯盟、MLB
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Companies mentioned：菲律賓海岸防衛隊、中國海警、菲律賓漁業局、菲律賓外交部、中國外交部
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Companies mentioned：波爾多、阿卡雄灣
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Companies mentioned：台北星鑽
The Kaohsiung City Government has launched “Cijin X Hamasen Summer Discount Coupons.” From July 25 to August 30, people can receive a NT$30 discount coupon by taking a ferry, staying overnight, attending a concert or spending above the qualifying amount, promoting tourism and local spending in the harbor area.
高雄市水利局 has completed renovation work on the drainage channel alongside Guofu Road, strengthening drainage safety and improving the surrounding environment. It has also launched repairs to a box culvert on Ren’ai Road in Qieding District to improve flood prevention and protect residents.
Companies mentioned：高雄市水利局
The Central Weather Administration predicts that Typhoon Hongxia, the 12th storm of the season, will come closest to Taiwan on July 25, with a risk of torrential rain in Hualien, Taitung and the Hengchun Peninsula. A marine warning could be issued as early as the evening of the 23rd. This is an important public safety alert.
Samsung Electronics agreed to pay massive bonuses amid strike threats, intensifying labor negotiations across multiple South Korean industries and fueling nationwide “bonus anxiety” as companies face financial and competitiveness pressures.
Companies mentioned：Samsung Electronics、Hyundai Motor、LG Uplus、Hanwha Aerospace、HD現代電氣、SK Hynix、Kakao、Naver、三星證券
The Taiwan Stock Exchange added 大量（3167） to the list of securities subject to trading restrictions. The move follows a decline of more than 25% over 6 trading days; trading will take place at 20-minute intervals from the 24th through Aug. 6.
Companies mentioned：大量（3167）
Zhen Media released a Kaohsiung mayoral election poll showing Lai Jui-lung with 39.6% support, leading Ko Chih-en by 8 percentage points. The gap in favorability was even wider, at 27.5%. Ko performed strongly among highly educated voters and in the third electoral district.
Companies mentioned：山水民意研究股份有限公司
The Kuomintang was ordered to pay NT$3.2 billion after the land at Zhongxing Villa was deemed ill-gotten party assets, but it won its case at the Supreme Administrative Court and was spared payment. The case highlights the importance of the Ill-gotten Party Assets Settlement Committee’s burden of proof.
Companies mentioned：不當黨產處理委員會、建設公司
Former 民眾黨 spokesperson Ma Chih-wei received a final sentence of 2 years and 8 months for accepting Chinese funding to run for office and leaking a parliamentary contact list. The case involved violations of the Anti-Infiltration Act and has major implications for Taiwan’s political security.
Companies mentioned：民眾黨
The 2026 New Taipei Austronesian Culture Festival will be held at the Shihsanhang Museum of Archaeology from July 25 to 26, featuring Golden Melody Award performances, music and dance from 7 countries, and an island-themed market. It will also promote green transportation and waste reduction, bringing culture and sustainability together.
Companies mentioned：ZEMO零邁移動
The New Taipei City Library will hold free parent-child story theater performances of “爸爸你可以” during summer vacation. The program aims to break down stereotypes about the gender division of household chores and encourage children to embrace shared parenting and gender equality.
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Companies mentioned：輝達、AMD、台積電、Intel、Samsung、NVIDIA、欣興、臻鼎-KY、群創、TPK-KY、正達、晶呈科技、川寶、鈦昇、群翊、友威科、東捷、蔚華科、南電、景碩、Manz亞智科技、辛耘、翔緯光電、凌嘉科技、銀鴻科技、天虹科技、上銀、大銀微系統、台灣基恩斯、盟立、羅昇、奇鼎科技、Coherent
The tainted oil incident involving 中聯油脂 has affected 12 Costco products, which consumers can return. The incident highlights the importance of food safety management.
Companies mentioned：中聯油脂、泰山、金博家、曾拌麵、卜蜂、鼎泰豐
Soybean salad oil from 中聯油脂公司 was found to contain excessive levels of the carcinogen benzo[a]pyrene. 好市多 announced refunds and released a list of 12 affected products, including 鼎泰豐 frozen fresh-meat red-oil wontons, 曾拌麵 and 泰山大豆沙拉油. Consumers can return the products.
Companies mentioned：中聯油脂公司、好市多、鼎泰豐、曾拌麵、泰山大豆沙拉油、卜蜂
日日是好日, a newly built housing development in Wugu’s Shuidui area, is drawing attention for its leafy surroundings and convenient transportation. Designed by a team of architecture specialists, the low-density development is generating interest among homebuyers looking to move.
Companies mentioned：合康工程顧問、閤康聯合建築師事務所
Watsons marked its 185th anniversary by partnering with Pantone to establish its brand color, “屈臣氏長青綠.” The color will be rolled out in 16 markets worldwide to strengthen emotional connections with customers.
Companies mentioned：Pantone Color Institute™
SunnyHills has launched a Mid-Autumn limited-edition rabbit-shaped Hill Banana and a range of gift boxes, combining imagery of Taiwan’s mountains and the moon rabbit to strengthen connections among family and friends. Early-bird preorders are now open.
Kuomintang chair Cheng Li-wun gave an English-language interview in the United States, saying that if the party takes office in 2028, it would comprehensively reform Taiwan, improve cross-strait relations and promote inclusive AI development, drawing widespread attention.
A Japanese couple saved money for 45 years and had ¥7.4 million in savings when they retired, but health problems prevented them from taking their dream trip, leaving them regretful. Their story highlights the risks of putting off future dreams.
台積電’s U.S. factory expansion has been interpreted as a “silicon shield for security” exchange between the United States and Taiwan, strengthening their strategic interdependence. Expert Wu Chia-lung expects Taiwan stocks to test 十萬 points amid the AI boom, and says Trump’s pressure on Iran is really aimed at containing China’s energy strategy. The move underscores Taiwan’s key role in global technology and geopolitics.
Companies mentioned：台積電
The Kaohsiung City Government Labor Affairs Bureau honored outstanding mediators and civic groups, recognizing their key role in resolving labor disputes and promoting harmony. The mediation settlement rate reached 七成 last year.
Companies mentioned：社團法人新高市勞資權益協會
The 2026 Urban Resilience Exercise will, for the first time, reduce mobile internet speeds. The Financial Supervisory Commission cautioned that financial services may be affected and recommended using Wi-Fi or making transactions in person. The measure is intended to strengthen national response capabilities.
Taiwan Sugar and Kun Shan University of Technology signed a 五-year industry-academia MOU focused on talent development and technology research, promoting net-zero transition and smart applications to strengthen sustainable innovation.
Companies mentioned：崑山科技大學
The 2026 Keelung Mountain and Sea Arts Festival, organized by 基隆市文化観光局, will run from Aug. 1 to 15, featuring a diverse lineup that combines traditional arts such as circus, Taiwanese opera and glove puppetry with contemporary works. The event is an important opportunity to promote cultural tourism in Keelung and showcase the region’s artistic appeal.
Companies mentioned：基隆市文化観光局
The 11th Taiwan Indigenous Peoples Boxing Championships opened in Kaohsiung on July 22, showcasing Indigenous athletes’ fighting spirit and cultural confidence. It received support from the local government and people from all walks of life, marking the continued development of boxing in Taiwan.
The Taiwan People’s Party’s Hsinchu chapter announced a slate of 20 candidates, with Hsu Chen-wei running for Zhubei mayor. The party aims to expand its influence in the 2026 local elections, showing its determination to go all in.
Spain won the 2026 World Cup, dominating matches with its “tran-control” tactics despite lacking highly individualistic players. A 2-0 victory over France demonstrated the team’s tactical precision.
風吹來の煩悩／風中の期待, a winning work of the Kaohsiung City Library-supported 好繪芽獎, has been published. Its author, 王思淳, became a successful example of an end-to-end development model that nurtures creators from writing workshops through publication. The achievement is an important milestone in promoting original picture books in Taiwan.
Companies mentioned：聯經出版社
In the 《Taiwan Michelin Guide 2026》, Kaohsiung set a record with 57 restaurants selected, 6 one-star restaurants and 1 Green Star. Li.nu sommelier Chiu Wen-chi won the “Sommelier Award,” reflecting the city’s rising culinary standing.
Companies mentioned：Li.nu、THOMAS CHIEN、HAILI、方蒔、雋 GEN、承 Sho、NIBBON、HABU
An online discussion about how left-handed people ride motorcycles drew attention, with many users pointing out that “left-handed people can still use their right hands.” The debate once again highlighted the need to consider left-handed people when designing everyday products.
Taitung County Magistrate Jao Ching-ling took part by video in the China-organized Strait Forum, prompting controversy over an alleged violation of Taiwan’s ban. Mainland Affairs Council Deputy Minister Liang Wen-chieh said her remarks did not involve major political issues and she would not be penalized, showing flexibility in enforcement.
The United States is set to announce the results of its Section 301 investigation. Taiwan's Executive Yuan said it is in close communication with the U.S. side and striving to secure preferential treatment in the final tariff decision. The outcome is crucial to Taiwan's export industries.
Companies mentioned：美國貿易代表署（USTR）
“Pet tarot,” which claims to divine pets’ feelings, is gaining popularity in South Korea. As pets increasingly become family members amid a declining birthrate, owners are willing to pay 20,000 won to better understand them.
Pingtung County and Yunlin County announced that starting in January 2027, they will fully subsidize NHI premiums for people aged 65 and older. Eligibility will be assessed automatically without an application, with an income-based exclusion clause. The policy aims to ease the burden on seniors and encourage them to age in place.
Travel influencer 智明愛吃愛旅行 shared in a Facebook post that travelers to Japan should avoid paying for tax-refund purchases with a business card marked “Business.” Stores may regard it as a company card and refuse the tax refund, potentially costing travelers their tax-free benefits.
Companies mentioned：智明愛吃愛旅行
A ranking has named the most tragic male protagonists in Chinese dramas centered on “追妻火葬場.” The stories are characterized by emotionally charged plotlines, and the ranking draws on reactions on Weibo and Douban.
FamilyMart and 7-ELEVEN have launched a service to deliver 0-yuan parcels received at their stores to customers’ homes. Requests can be made easily through smartphone apps, and customers can shop at the same time, improving convenience.
Companies mentioned：foodomo
A list circulating online of Taiwan’s “top 10 fruits with pesticide residue” is misinformation based on outdated 2021 data. Experts criticized the list and pointed out the differences between testing methods and actual consumption.
Companies mentioned：MyGoPen
Tainan City Government’s Youth Affairs Committee held a meeting focused on preventing drug-impaired driving and improving campus safety, with youth proposals incorporated into city policy. The move strengthens youth participation and boosts the effectiveness of public safety policies.
Mazda ranked first in an automotive brand safety ranking published by U.S. Consumer Reports, ahead of Toyota and Tesla. It was praised for its handling and comprehensive safety features.
Companies mentioned：Toyota、Honda、Tesla、Volvo、Hyundai、Nissan、Audi、Subaru、Kia、Genesis、Acura、Lincoln
Taiwan’s Executive Yuan formally approved the high-speed rail extension to Yilan, with an investment of ¥352.1 billion and a target completion date of 2036. The extension is expected to connect Nangang and Yilan in 20 minutes, improve transportation efficiency in eastern Taiwan and strengthen national resilience, with a major impact on regional development.
The benzo[a]pyrene level in camellia oil produced by 連淨緑色科技 was found to exceed the regulatory limit. Because the substance is not normally produced by cold-pressing, experts called for an investigation into the manufacturing process. The findings have raised concerns about health risks to consumers.
Companies mentioned：連淨緑色科技、食薬署、新北市衛生局
Taiwan’s “青安3.0” housing assistance program begins in August, with custody set as the criterion for suspending interest subsidies in the event of divorce. Critics say this could disadvantage people who have a duty to provide support but do not have custody.
Yunlin County will begin fully subsidizing NHI premiums for people aged 65 and older early next year, with an estimated 143,000 people benefiting. The policy was promoted by legislator Chang Chia-chun, supported by County Magistrate Chang Li-shan and included in the budget. It could help narrow the urban-rural welfare gap.
Su Chiao-hui, a candidate for New Taipei City mayor, attended the 2026 Comic Exhibition and spent New Taiwan dollars to support the local ACGN industry, advocating for the development of an IP experience economy. The move highlights the importance of cultural policy in local elections.
大金空調’s tests found that setting the air conditioner to high fan speed cools a room faster and more effectively than lowering the temperature, while also saving electricity and improving energy efficiency and the user experience.
Companies mentioned：大金空調
In the first half of 2026, Kodak (JK Imaging) pocket cameras topped sales at physical stores in Japan. Their retro design and low-price strategy won over young consumers, surpassing キヤノン and Fujifilm.
Companies mentioned：JK Imaging、富士フイルム、キヤノン、Sony、Panasonic、OM Digital Solutions、Kenko、Reto、PetaPixel
國票金控’s vice chairman earns NT$20 million a year. Legislator Wang Shih-chien and media personality Tung Chih-sen criticized the pay as political patronage, noting that it is three times the president’s salary and sparking debate over governance at state-owned financial institutions.
Companies mentioned：國票金控、國際票券金融公司、國票證券、國票創業投資、國票金租賃、台灣金控、第一金
Chiayi County unveiled new teaching materials for “家郷100問2.0.” County Magistrate 翁章梁 stressed the importance of children understanding and feeling attached to their hometown.
Miaoli County received donations of 69 refurbished computers from companies and organizations, distributing them to 12 schools and 3 social welfare centers. The initiative promotes digital inclusion and resource recycling, and has significant social value.
Companies mentioned：慈濟慈善事業基金會、工業技術研究院、順發電腦股份有限公司、耐嘉股份有限公司、傲騰科技股份有限公司、綠色奇蹟公益服務網協會
Nantou County Principal 黄美玲 and Director 蔡忠義 received the Ministry of Education’s Teacher Award. Their long-standing contributions and innovation in education were recognized, and they were praised as role models for local education.
10 outstanding communities in Nantou County took part in the national “金卓越社區選拔,” presenting their achievements in community welfare and sustainable governance. The event is an important demonstration of the success of Nantou County’s community development policies.
Changhua County expanded the features of its Evergreen Happiness Card, allowing points to be used at national sports centers from August and at farmers’ and fishermen’s associations from October. The changes strengthen support for older adults and people with disabilities.
Companies mentioned：彰化縣農會、彰化區漁會
台中市政府 and 澎湖縣政府 deepened their exchange, focusing on smart city development, including smart tourism, AI governance, cybersecurity and net-zero sustainability.
Companies mentioned：台中市政府、澎湖縣政府
After benzo[a]pyrene was detected in products from 中聯油脂, the Taichung City Government quickly activated its response mechanism. Mayor Lu Shiow-yen thanked frontline personnel and stressed the principle of “stricter, never looser” to safeguard food-service safety and protect public health.
Companies mentioned：中聯油脂
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs announced a mid- to long-term plan to install 27.9GW of offshore wind power by 2039 to meet electricity demand from the semiconductor and AI industries. The plan calls for interagency coordination to survey offshore areas and introduces a site-selection system every 4 years.
常廣 posted record revenue in 2025, with growth across multiple overseas markets. Europe, the Middle East, China and the United States all performed strongly, and the company expects full-year revenue to surpass its previous peak.
Companies mentioned：常廣
宇峻奧汀 showcased several new titles at the 2026 Taiwan Gaming and Esports Expo and expects them to boost operating performance quarter by quarter in the second half of the year. The move highlights its diversified product strategy and cross-industry partnerships, sending a positive signal to investors.
Companies mentioned：智寶國際、國立故宮博物院
創見’s second-quarter financial report showed after-tax net profit of NT$11.9 billion, up 46.5% quarter over quarter. EPS for the quarter was NT$27.70, already exceeding the total for any previous full year. First-half revenue reached NT$32.44 billion, up 422.2% year over year, while EPS came to NT$46.63, a record high.
Companies mentioned：創見
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Companies mentioned：金管會、Apple Pay、悠遊卡、一卡通
大鵬科 settled its lawsuit with Allied World, with no impact on its finances or operations. The settlement does not constitute an admission of liability by the company.
Companies mentioned：Allied World、Medical Guardian
Taiwan’s stock market showed strong support at the monthly moving average on the 23rd, with AI-related stocks rising. Memory and silicon wafer stocks fell on profit-taking, leaving the market divided by sector.
Companies mentioned：台積電（2330-TW）、聯亞（3081-TW）、全新（2455-TW）、穩懋（3105-TW）、奇鋐（3017-TW）、緯創（3231-TW）、雙鴻（3324-TW）、南亞科（2408-TW）、華邦電（2344-TW）、旺宏（2337-TW）、環球晶（6488-TW）、台勝科（3532-TW）、合晶（6182-TW）
泰宗（4169-TW） announced interim analysis results from the Taiwan Phase III clinical trial of its new drug U101. An independent committee confirmed there were no safety concerns, and the trial will continue. The development is significant for the rUTI treatment field.
Companies mentioned：TCM Life Science Inc.
JUJI招財麻吉 and UBI Taiwan have teamed up on a one-year basic income experiment, providing NT$10,000 per month to three participants. The initiative combines financial technology and social innovation to advance inclusive finance.
Companies mentioned：UBI Taiwan、王道銀行
Taiwan’s stock market is in a short-term consolidation trend, but strong fundamentals in AI-related stocks and inflows of capital point to gains over the medium to long term. Selecting individual stocks will be key.
Companies mentioned：Amazon、Google、Microsoft、Meta、國巨、華新科、禾伸堂、大立光、上詮、友達
Taiwan’s stock market is trading near its highs on the strength of AI-related stocks. 台塑化 has risen 48%, while 輝達’s “暗光纖” technology could become the next mainstream. Institutional buying continues, and market confidence is recovering.
Companies mentioned：台積電、鴻海、聯發科、輝達、博通、アルファベット、テスラ、美超微、德州インスツルメンツ
Global PC shipments fell 4% year over year in 2026 Q2, mainly due to rising memory costs; 華碩 bucked the trend with 4% growth, benefiting from AI PC momentum. Greater market concentration and corporate device replacement demand provided support.
Companies mentioned：联想、惠普、戴爾、蘋果、華碩
Bora Pharmaceuticals’ Maple Grove facility in the United States signed a manufacturing agreement with South Korea’s Onconic to support U.S. clinical development of the GERD treatment JAQBO. Securing its first Asian new-drug client marks progress in the company’s international CDMO strategy.
Companies mentioned：Onconic Therapeutics、韓国第一薬品
Pressure on the New Taiwan dollar to depreciate eased, and it closed at 32.266 yuan, up 1.09 jiao. Export orders in June hit a record high, bolstering expectations that economic expansion will continue. Warnings have also emerged about an overheated market.
Companies mentioned：元大投顧
Taiwan stocks briefly rebounded to 45000 points but fell back amid resistance from the monthly moving average. Google raised its 2026 capital expenditure forecast to more than $200 billion, signaling sustained AI demand. Investors were urged to beware of chasing rising prices and to adjust their positions strategically.
Companies mentioned：Alphabet、欣興 (3037-TW)、奇鋐 (3017-TW)、創意 (3443-TW)
SK hynix set a 2.5% cap on conversions of its Korean shares into ADRs. This has raised the likelihood that ADRs will continue to trade at a premium in the U.S. market over the long term.
Companies mentioned：台積電、花旗グループ、韓国証券保管決済院 (KSD)
生合生物科技 and Professor Chen Ming-ju’s team at National Taiwan University developed probiotics specifically for dairy cows. Testing showed they can reduce mastitis and improve milk yield and quality. The product won the 2025 National Innovation Award and offers significant economic and sustainability value.
Companies mentioned：生合生物科技
佳龍（9955-TW） is carrying out a cash capital increase of 15,000 lots to raise 300 million yuan. July 30 is the ex-rights date, and the funds will be used to expand the business. Taiwan's resource recycling companies are successively moving ahead with fundraising.
Companies mentioned：可寧衛、金聯成、中国信託証券、台壽保、吉信公司
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Companies mentioned：SpaceX、明泰 (3380-TW)
Taiwan's industrial production index hit a record high in June amid rising AI demand, while manufacturing grew for 28 consecutive months. Semiconductors and server-related industries led the growth.
Precious metals have rebounded in recent days, but analysts say gold and silver still face challenges in returning to record highs. Gold is affected by energy markets and U.S. monetary policy, while industrial demand and AI applications are expected to support silver’s outperformance against gold.
Companies mentioned：ING、美國銀行 (BofA)、瑞銀 (UBS)、Hycroft Mining
China’s three major A-share indexes rose in the afternoon on the 23rd, maintaining a strong, narrow-range fluctuation. Caixin and 中原證券 analysts said the short-term rebound structure remains intact and a window for bullish positioning may open in the medium term, with investors able to increase their risk appetite.
Companies mentioned：財信證券、中原證券
President Chain Store Corp. received a “twAA+” credit rating from Taiwan Ratings for the first time, with a stable outlook, reflecting its market leadership and financial strength in Taiwan and the Philippines and boosting investor confidence.
Companies mentioned：中華信用評等公司、S&Pグローバル