US-Iran ceasefire boosts market confidence; US stocks open higher, Nasdaq up more than 1%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The US-Iran ceasefire improved market risk sentiment, and US stocks opened higher, with the Nasdaq Composite up more than 1%. Earnings reports, economic data and interest rate decisions are on the market’s agenda this week.
Facts
The US-Iran ceasefire boosted investors’ risk appetite.
Online claims say 中聯 borrowed soybeans through political connections; ministry clarifies that coordination aimed to ensure stable supply and facilitate turnover
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Summary not yet available
Facts
It previously borrowed 8,000 metric tons of soybeans from 台糖
小馬可仕 lays out development blueprint in State of the Nation Address, with vision for a “Silicon Century”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Philippine President 小馬可仕 announced in his State of the Nation Address that the country would join the “Silicon Century” initiative to develop its semiconductor and AI industries, and plans to build its first spaceport.
Facts
The Philippine president serves a 6-year term
小馬可仕 (Ferdinand Marcos Jr.) said at a joint session of Congress in the afternoon that this was his 5th State of the Nation Address and the second-to-last of his term
He will devote the next 2 years to completing reforms and construction projects
The “Green Lanes” mechanism has facilitated investments of more than 6 trillion pesos (about NT$3.14 trillion)
The initiative is expected to create more than 400,000 jobs
About 200 new power generation projects will be completed during his tenure, with total installed capacity nearing 10,000 MW
More than 1,700 MW of energy storage systems are also under construction
They will then be able to supply electricity to nearly 30 million households and businesses nationwide
Newly discovered natural gas can support the electricity needs of about 1.6 million households through 2034
【COCOMEISTER】A new collection featuring “Belgian Nubuck” leather, made using vegetable-tanning techniques passed down for more than 150 years. New smart wallet, bifold wallet and key case launched
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Belgian Nubuck Smart Wallet ¥29,500
Originalベルギーヌバック ２つ折り財布 ￥29,500
Belgian Nubuck Key Case ¥7,100
A historic Belgian tannery founded in 1873
Companies mentioned：ココマイスター株式会社、COCOMEISTER、Saturne Group
“Aile Career Advice Q&A,” a Q&A media platform where specialized AI answers career concerns one by one, launches with more than 7,000 real consultations
Full-scale service launches to address perfume odors in guest rooms. A 2-day process using alkaline cleaning and a three-way catalyst tackles middle and base notes that ozone leaves behind
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Starting August 1, 2026
More than 6,000 rooms treated to become non-smoking
Of these, special treatments for perfume odors have been carried out in about 30 rooms
New possibilities for motor function care focused on the connection between nerves and muscles: Citicoline shown to promote neuromuscular junction formation and improve the synchronization of motor neuron activity
Idol group produced by Nobuyuki Sakuma, ラフ×ラフ, announces details of its nationwide tour across 47 prefectures, set to begin in November, at new-song release event!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Facts
More than 1,500 spectators
Nationwide tour across 47 prefectures
Companies mentioned：ラフ×ラフ、ららぽーと豊洲、KT Zepp Yokohama、西武新宿駅前pepe広場、イオンモール幕張新都心、ステラタウン、アリオ亀有、日本丸メモリアルパーク、汐留シオサイト、米子 AZTiC laughs、LIVE ROXY SHIZUOKA、鹿児島CAPARVOホール、柏PALOOZA、the five morioka、仙台MACANA、富山SoulPower、金沢AZ、NAGOYA ReNY limited、LIVEHOUSE ALECX、KYOTO MUSE、CRAZY MAMA KINGDOM、DRUM Be-1、熊本B.9 V1、LANDMARK HALL、神戸VARIT.、Banana Hall
“Geo Career,” a recruiting service specializing in the geothermal industry, launches. Founded by a resource engineering specialist and a utility company engineer｜株式会社ジオエージェント
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Japan has approximately 23.47 million kW of geothermal resources
It accounts for only around 2%
Geothermal power is projected to make up around 1% to 2% of the power mix in fiscal 2040
Up from around 0.2% today
We have supported more than 1,000 people with career-change consultations
In the era of a weak yen: swimwear bikini sewing factory wholesale, ¥400 per piece, custom LOGO and name tag sewing; summer new arrivals go on sale July 28 with 50% off early-bird pricing
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Facts
Made-to-order bikinis, one-piece swimsuits and tankinis in various styles, from 300 Japanese-language name tags
Made-to-order bikinis, one-piece swimsuits and tankinis in various styles, from 300 Japanese-language name tags; ¥300–¥700 per set
“Let’s do what we can ourselves!” Housing renovation company shares the “DIY spirit” with children — Nikka Home holds its “Summer DIY and Woodworking Class” in Saitama City
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Facts
For 20 students in grades 1–6
5 staff members from Nikka Home’s Kanto branch and Saitama area
Group total: 1,860 employees (as of April 2026)
Originalグループ全体 818.8億円（2025年度）
Group total: 88,842 cases (2025)
Over 900,953 cumulative construction projects completed
“Asakura District Joint Company Information Session” to be held August 22 (Saturday) at Sunrise Haki! Companies from the Asakura district ready to support your job search will gather!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
【Date and time】August 22 (Saturday), 13:00–16:00
The first 30 people who register in advance by the previous day, August 21 (Friday), and attend
Connections matter more than wins and losses! The 7th Nikka Home Kanto Cup, with about 130 participants, held to strengthen organizational cohesion through exchanges across departments, generations and offices
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
About 130 participants
Entire group: 1,860 employees
Entire group: 81.88 billion yen
Entire group: 88,842 cases
Over 900,953 cumulative construction projects completed
A special stage packed with the appeal of popular unit Leo/need: “Project Sekai Unit Fan Meeting Leo/need in Tokyo” to be streamed live exclusively on ABEMA PPV for its afternoon and evening performances on August 8 (Saturday)!
A special stage by “ワンダーランズ×ショウタイム”: “Project Sekai Unit Fan Meeting ワンダーランズ×ショウタイム in Aichi” to be streamed live exclusively on ABEMA PPV for its afternoon and evening performances on August 16 (Sunday)
The “sunflower field” at Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens, a classic summer scene, is about to reach its peak. By day, the flower field is “bursting with energy”; in the evening, the entire landscape glows golden, creating an enchanting scene sure to make for an unforgettable summer.
Prosecutors investigate 《油不得你》 over alleged document forgery! Liu Jingyi turns her fire on “this official”: Why has she not been indicted for falsifying her academic credentials?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Wei Chun-you, an editor for “Principal Lai,” used AI to fabricate a video titled “油不得你” featuring the voice of President Lai Ching-te. The Criminal Investigation Bureau referred him to prosecutors on charges of document forgery. At the same time, Liu Jing-yi again raised questions about the alleged falsification of credentials by Chiang Ya-chi, Taiwan’s representative to the UK, intensifying criticism over the lack of prosecution.
Su Qiaohui releases video of community forum, joins next-generation councilors to shape new visions for Banqiao, Xinzhuang and Tucheng
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
New Taipei mayoral candidate Su Qiaohui released a video of a grassroots forum, presenting development visions for Banqiao, Xinzhuang and Tucheng with councilors Chen Junyan, Weng Zhenzhou, Peng Yishu and others. She emphasized urban renewal, tourism and transportation projects to upgrade the city.
Chen Tingfei forms Greater Tainan tourism industry support group, proposes five tourism routes to build a new brand for in-depth travel in Tainan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Tainan mayoral candidate Chen Tingfei formed a tourism industry support group and proposed five tourism routes, integrating resources to promote in-depth travel and enhance the city's competitiveness and tourism economy.
“I can't do this for the rest of my life; it's slowly eating away at my body”: The human cost of next-day delivery at South Korean e-commerce companies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A 27-year-old man working at a logistics warehouse for South Korean e-commerce giant 「酷澎」 died of heart disease attributed to overwork. His mother has been granted recognition of his death as work-related and is calling for overnight delivery to be ended.
Chinese graphics cards “surge overnight,” sending the market into a frenzy! Top-end chips command premiums of more than 2 times as distributors stockpile and keep driving up prices
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
China’s graphics card market has seen prices surge after NVIDIA adjusted the supply prices of GPU and memory packages amid rising prices for GDDR6 and GDDR7 graphics memory. The market price of the RTX 5090D has exceeded 2 times its suggested retail price, while retailers and distributors are stockpiling inventory.
A cross-border production by WuDoo, 《月亮找朋友》 brings Taiwan and Thailand together to adapt a classic picture book
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The family puppet show 《月亮找朋友》, jointly produced by Taiwan and Thailand, is being staged at the National Taichung Theater. Directed by Thai artist Jae and adapted from a classic Thai picture book, it explores friendship and emotions and has cultural and educational significance.
After a brief US-Iran ceasefire, will Trump launch a “massive attack”? 經濟學人: He has no good cards to play, and the Middle East could fall into an “unsolvable new normal”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Summary not yet available
Facts
The US military once attacked Iran for 13 consecutive days
Water supplies to at least 20 villages, with a combined population of 10,000, were cut off
Trump has spent nearly $38 billion on the war in Iran
Ling Jiou Mountain's grand water-and-land Dharma assembly: Hou Youyi offers a lamp and prays for ecological sustainability and social peace
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi attended the Water and Land Dharma Assembly at Ling Jiou Mountain, offering lanterns and praying for social peace and environmental sustainability. Now in its 33rd year, the assembly is based on Master Hsin Tao’s “Earth as the altar” philosophy and contributes to social stability.
Rent as low as 4,410 yuan near the MRT; applications for Kaohsiung's Daliao social housing open 8/6
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Applications for Kaohsiung's Daliao social housing open on August 6, with 384 units available and rents starting at 4,410 yuan. Near an MRT station, the housing offers a range of unit types and social welfare facilities, with the quota for families planning to marry or have children raised to 40%.
Nearly a thousand people pack Luzhou city forum; Li Sichuan pledges to promote Luzhou Hospital and the Lushi Bridge
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
New Taipei mayoral candidate Li Sichuan pledged at a Luzhou city forum to promote the Lushi Bridge and Luzhou Hospital projects and upgrade the senior citizens' card program. He drew support from nearly a thousand attendees, reflecting his popularity and local expectations.
Shutdown of Taiwan Styrene Monomer's Linyuan plant to affect more than 160 workers; Ko Chih-en makes four demands, urges that “not one person be left behind”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan Styrene Monomer's Linyuan plant will halt production in October, affecting more than 160 workers. Kuomintang Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en made four demands, urging the company and city government to work together to protect workers' rights and promote a just transition.
Lai Jui-lung pursues a dual-track defense and transport strategy! He advocates an additional 30 billion yuan for unmanned vehicles and pledges to build a people-oriented Kaohsiung
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Democratic Progressive Party Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Jui-lung advocates an additional 30 billion yuan in special funding for unmanned vehicles and plans to promote people-oriented transportation policies. The moves aim to strengthen defense autonomy and Kaohsiung's competitiveness, with strategic and local development significance.
Taiwan's cruise industry takes the Asian stage! Asia Cruise Leaders Forum holds “Taiwan Day” for the first time; passenger numbers rise 49.8% year on year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The first “Taiwan Day” was held at the Asia Cruise Leaders Forum, bringing international attention to Taiwan’s cruise industry. Passenger numbers rose 49.8% year on year, with cooperation among government, industry and academia producing results.
Backs Blue camp's call for a no-confidence motion and a complete legislative re-election! Chang Ching-sen: Time for the people to decide the political deadlock
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former minister without portfolio Chang Ching-sen publicly backed a no-confidence motion and a complete legislative re-election, arguing that the people should decide the political deadlock. The move echoes Chiang Wan-an's proposal and highlights intensifying political divisions in Taiwan.
Lin Yi-chieh takes on another extreme global challenge, sets out for Namibia with Kuo Yen-chun aiming for a grand slam of the four major polar team challenges
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Extreme sports athlete Lin Yi-chieh announced his bid to compete in the 2026 Namibia Extreme Marathon, aiming for a Grand Slam of the four major polar challenges with a 15-person team that includes Kuo Yen-chun. Scientific training and teamwork will be key.
Taiwan Mobile's blue carbon restoration plan transforms 2.7 hectares of abandoned fish ponds from carbon emitters into carbon-sink wetlands
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan Mobile unveiled the results of its “Blue Carbon Mangrove Restoration Plan,” successfully transforming 2.7 hectares of abandoned fish ponds into carbon-sink wetlands. Soil organic carbon increased by 32%, giving the project potential for international adoption.
Chiang Wan-an loudly calls for a no-confidence motion! Kuo Cheng-liang reveals the outcome: “It would just let the DPP play its trump card early”—is that really better?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an proposed a no-confidence motion, demanding that Premier Cho Jung-tai take political responsibility. Former legislator Kuo Cheng-liang criticized the move, saying it would turn the election into a cross-strait sovereignty showdown and hurt the Kuomintang.
More than just cement sales! 台泥 launches Europe listing plan “Project Arcadia”; Chang An-ping personally unveils its vision for the future
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan Cement Corporation has officially launched “Project Arcadia,” a plan to list in Europe. It aims to accelerate its entry into international capital markets while pursuing decarbonization and redefining the building materials industry. Chairman Chang An-ping outlined the strategic vision.
Construction begins on 605-unit youth social housing project in Zhonghe's Shengchang Section; Hou Youyi: Creating a new livable landmark
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The New Taipei City government held a groundbreaking ceremony on the 27th for the youth social housing project in Zhonghe's Shengchang Section, which will build 605 homes. Combining transport and daily amenities, the project will improve residents' quality of life and mark a new milestone in the city's development.
阿里巴巴 got its bet right: RMB 7.6 billion turned into more than RMB 160 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Chinese semiconductor firm ChangXin Technology listed on the Shanghai STAR Market, recording trading volume of 141.1 billion yuan on its first day. Alibaba invested 7.6 billion yuan and gained more than 160 billion yuan in unrealized profits. The investment is part of its AI strategy.
U.S. stock bulls await Apple's rescue! Options bets point to a record high after earnings; shares could swing nearly 4%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
With the U.S. stock market struggling, investors are focused on Apple’s earnings report. Options markets are pricing in a stock swing of nearly 4%, and investors are hoping Apple will lead the market higher.
TPIsoftware appointed distributor of U.S. Juxta system, targets new markets in defense and healthcare
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
TPIsoftware and U.S. Juxta signed a distribution agreement, bringing in its field-proven satellite-independent positioning technology and integrating it into its own AI architecture to target highly regulated markets such as defense and healthcare and strengthen its technology footprint in Asia-Pacific.
Trump relaunches tariff offensive; experts say tariffs have become “persistent and entrenched”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Trump administration has imposed new tariffs of 10%-12.5% on 60 trading partners. The legal basis is being shifted to Section 301, signaling that the tariffs could become permanent and adding uncertainty to markets.
Taiwan's Ministry of Transportation and Communications announces standard-form cruise ticket contract today; consumers will be compensated per day for itinerary delays
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation and Communications has established standard contracts for cruise ships departing Taiwan, requiring daily compensation in the event of route delays. The move aims to strengthen consumer protection and boost market confidence.
Global equity ETFs log net inflows for 17 consecutive weeks; foreign investors pulled $1.4 billion from Taiwan stocks last week
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Global equity ETFs recorded net inflows for 17 consecutive weeks, but foreign investors were net sellers of $1.454 billion in Taiwan stocks. Markets are focused on whether AI investment can translate into actual revenue, while fund flows point to a mix of risk aversion and structural adjustments.
Beijing hits back hard at U.S. AI sanctions threat, condemning U.S. “AI hegemony” and double standards
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
China’s Ministry of Commerce strongly opposed U.S. plans to sanction AI companies, criticizing them as “AI hegemonism.” It said it opposed the politicization of technological innovation and would protect its legitimate rights and interests.
Sigurd wins order from major U.S. company, adds NT$2 billion in capital spending
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwanese semiconductor packaging and testing maker Sigurd Microelectronics is investing an additional NT$2 billion through a subsidiary to meet AI-related demand from a major U.S. CPU/GPU design company. The investment aims to expand production capacity and ease pressure on the parent company.
威剛 spends NT$384 million to acquire nearly 16,000 lots of 琉園 shares, lifting its stake to 35.64% and meeting the tender offer conditions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
威剛 acquired a 35.64% stake in 琉園 for about NT$384 million, meeting the tender offer conditions. The move aims to combine art and design with technology resources, enhance brand value, and carry strategic significance.
Japan-Taiwan Image Exhibition brings together 150 Taiwanese companies and generates $150 million in business opportunities, expanding from semiconductors into AI digital transformation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Ministry of Economic Affairs’ “2026 Japan-Taiwan Image Exhibition” concluded in Tokyo, with more than 150 Taiwanese companies generating $156 million in business opportunities in AI and green technology. A key development was the expansion of Taiwan-Japan cooperation from semiconductors into digital technology and sustainable society.
Shein swings from profit to loss in first quarter of 2026 ahead of listing; company says Trump tariffs took a toll
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Fast-fashion e-commerce giant Shein posted a $99 million loss in the first quarter of 2026. U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff policies took a toll, highlighting challenges ahead of the company’s planned Hong Kong listing.
Taiwan stocks trade in a narrow range on lighter volume! 6 ETFs tracking broad indexes top 100,000 lots in trading volume; 00406A emerges as a dark horse
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan stocks closed lower in choppy trading, weighed down by the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index, but several ETFs topped 100,000 lots in trading volume, with 00406A standing out. Investors bought high-dividend active ETFs on dips, reflecting continued confidence in AI supply-chain fundamentals.
Trump's “China decoupling” push hits a wall! U.S. faces severe shortage of critical minerals; 2027 ban could be delayed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Trump administration has proposed banning the procurement of Chinese critical minerals from 2027, but the plan will be difficult to carry out because the United States lacks sufficient mining and processing capacity. The government is considering continuing exemptions or importing from China.
Companies mentioned：MP Materials、Energy Fuels、Ucore Rare Metals、Guardian Metal Resources、Lion Rock Resources、Phoenix Tailings、Lockheed Martin
Korea's Naver secures $1 billion investment from Nvidia to expand data centers; shares rise more than 8%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
South Korea’s Naver received a $1 billion investment from NVIDIA to expand its AI data centers. Its share price rose more than 8%, as progress on its sovereign AI strategy drew attention.