Magnitude 5.8 earthquake strikes Kumamoto in the evening at very shallow depth; maximum intensity of 5 lower, weather agency urges vigilance for aftershocks
國銀 adds 1,576 wealthy customers in June; cumulative assets under management reach 2.8 trillion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
At the end of June 2026, 國銀's high-asset customer base grew to 26,866, a record monthly increase, with assets under management (AUM) reaching NT$2.8063 trillion.
Facts
As of the end of June 2026, 21 國銀 had 26,866 high-asset customers
A monthly increase of 1,576
Assets under management (AUM) for high-asset customers also rose to NT$2.8063 trillion
A monthly increase of NT$143 billion
As of the end of June this year, 21 banks had received approval to offer the service
The dedicated service area served 6,214 high-asset customers
AUM reached NT$728.1 billion
The wealth management business had 427 customers
Investment balances reached NT$5 billion
Credit and financing services (including financing against portfolios of financial assets, loans against assets held at the institution, and premium financing) recorded 4,313 drawdowns in total
Loan balances reached NT$71.9 billion
Family office advisory services had served 189 families in total
Assets under discretionary management approached NT$91.5 billion
Cross-border financial services have assisted high-asset clients overseas
New Taipei City Library joins forces with National Chengchi University to build a local knowledge platform and promote the culture of the Greater Wenshan area
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Summary not yet available
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The “Tea Fragrance, Lishan Learning Together Initiative” will begin with the “Tea Fragrance, Lishan Local Achievements Exhibition” from July 30 to August 31
A total of 402 cases have been reported involving Taiwanese people who went missing, were held for questioning, or were detained after traveling to mainland China
FSC: Advance capital markets and financial services together to ensure economic gains are distributed more evenly
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The FSC is pursuing a dual-track approach to distribute economic gains more evenly, guide companies and employees to share profits, and support the development of diverse industries.
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Pretax profits at listed companies grew 33.7%
Average wages grew 10%
Pretax profits at OTC-listed companies grew 6.9%
Average wages grew 5.4%
Pretax profits at listed companies fell 20.4%
Average wages still grew 3.6%
Pretax profits at OTC-listed companies fell 1.9%
Average wages still rose 1.2%
A total of 1,427 companies have completed their filings
Profitable companies allocated a total of NT$89.8 billion for employee pay raises or bonuses
There are a total of 134 companies on the Go Incubation Board
Another 102 companies are receiving guidance from the Go Incubation Board
More than 280 companies have been guided through the listing process
Qualcomm wins long-term chip contract with BMW; partnership spans the next decade
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. semiconductor giant Qualcomm has signed a 10-year chip supply agreement with BMW. It will provide Snapdragon chips for the digital cockpits and ADAS of next-generation AI vehicles. Qualcomm is further strengthening its presence in the automotive sector.
〈U.S. Pre-market〉Middle East conflict drives up oil prices; major indexes open lower as markets await Fed rate decision
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Oil prices rose amid worsening conditions in the Middle East, while U.S. stocks fell on inflation concerns. Investors are watching the FED’s interest rate decision and earnings from Microsoft and Meta.
Companies mentioned：Microsoft、Meta、SK Hynix、Procter & Gamble、Ford、Biogen、Kering、Hermès、JPMorgan、Société de Gestion Prévior
When will South Korean stocks stop plunging? Analyst says deleveraging pressure remains key to market outlook
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
South Korean stocks plunged, with the KOSPI triggering circuit breakers on consecutive days. The main cause was a technical correction prompted by concentrated liquidations of leveraged ETFs. Excessive market positions are being unwound.
Companies mentioned：SK海力士、三星電子、Allspring Global Investments、フランス興業銀行、East Eagle Asset Management、BNY、IG、Nli Research Institute
China sales plunge 30% and cost pressures mount; BMW plans to cut 8,000 jobs in Germany
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
BMW will cut approximately 8,000 jobs in Germany by 2027. Weak sales in China and cost pressures are the main factors, as part of broader structural reforms across the industry.
中碳 opens R&D center at Pingnan plant to target three major carbon-material application markets
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
中碳 invested NT$187 million to establish an R&D center in the Pingnan Industrial Park in Pingtung, which has officially opened. It will focus on developing advanced carbon materials for AI, new energy and semiconductors, strengthening Taiwan’s ability to independently produce key materials.
Taiwan-ASEAN trade hits record US$190 billion; DBS plans to build cross-border cash management ecosystem to support Asian currency payment transformation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
DBS Bank (Taiwan) held a financial summit and announced plans to build a treasury management ecosystem to support multi-currency cross-border payments in Asia. Trade between Taiwan and ASEAN has exceeded $190 billion, increasing the importance of regional currencies.
Fitch affirms Taiwan’s AA sovereign rating with stable outlook, citing semiconductor advantage as a boost to exports and public finances
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
International ratings agency Fitch maintained Taiwan’s sovereign rating at AA and assessed its outlook as “stable.” Taiwan’s semiconductor advantage and sound public finances underpinned the assessment.
Strong Kumamoto earthquake: 台積電’s JASM completes assessment; power and water supplies normal, production line adjustments underway
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto, Japan, while water, power and industrial safety systems at 台積電’s JASM plant continued to operate normally. Inspections and adjustments to production equipment are ongoing.
U.S.-Iran ceasefire collapses; Trump threatens strong retaliation as international oil prices surge more than 6%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A brief U.S.-Iran ceasefire collapsed, and Iran attacked a U.S. military base in Jordan. President Trump declared a forceful retaliation, and international oil prices surged more than 6%. Geopolitical risks in the Middle East have flared up again, jolting energy markets.
Taiwan’s OTC market index fell 5.16%, but approximately 68.4% of OTC-listed companies posted sales growth. The Taipei Exchange emphasized the underlying strength of corporate performance and urged investors to remain calm.
Foreign investors sell NT$22.2 billion net, trim positions in 6 active ETFs and add nearly 40,000 lots of 聯電
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan’s stock market plunged, with foreign investors recording net sales of NT$22.252 billion. ETF reductions were pronounced, while 聯電 recorded net purchases of 39,600 lots. Market stability remains fragile.
〈Yageo earnings call〉BB ratio jumps to 2.2; customers even willing to pay a premium to ensure stable supply; no share buyback plan to support stock
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Passive components giant Yageo announced that its BB ratio jumped to 2.2 at the end of June. Strong AI and industrial demand are expected to sustain momentum into the third quarter, with customers seeking long-term supply contracts and price revisions also under consideration.
Seagate conference call: Demand is “not a one-quarter surge”; nearline capacity locked in through 2028
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Seagate forecast revenue growth in fiscal 2027 on the back of AI demand. It also emerged that mass production of HAMR technology is being accelerated and that demand for nearline storage has been secured under supply contracts through 2028.
〈Earnings〉Weak consumer demand and rising costs weigh on Procter & Gamble; last quarter’s results disappoint and full-year outlook also looks bleak
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. company P&G reported results for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, with profit falling year over year due to higher costs and weak demand. Its outlook for fiscal 2027 was also cautious, and its shares fell.
Taiwan Mobile CIO Tsai Chi-yen proposes “reverse division of labor in the AI era,” using AI to lower barriers across fields
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan Mobile CIO Tsai Chi-yen proposed the concept of “reverse division of labor,” advocating the use of AI to lower barriers across fields, integrate fragmented tasks, and cultivate “comb-shaped talent” able to combine AI with diverse skills.
Phoenix Tours partners with Germany’s Lufthansa for the third time to purchase SAF fuel
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwanese travel agency Phoenix Tours is sourcing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in its third collaboration with Germany’s Lufthansa. The partnership promotes reduced environmental impact and ESG management.
長科* Q2 profit jumps 5 times to EPS of NT$0.71; Q3 revenue estimated to rise by double digits
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Lead-frame maker 長科* reported its second-quarter results, with net profit up 543% year on year and EPS reaching NT$0.71, a nearly three-year quarterly high. Third-quarter revenue is expected to grow by double digits, reflecting strong demand for high-growth applications.
KOSPI plunges more than 43% from peak; South Korean retail investors suffer heavy losses, with leveraged ETF losses reaching 56 trillion won
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The KOSPI index has fallen more than 43% from its peak, and South Korean retail investors have lost 56.3 trillion won through leveraged ETFs. Regulators have raised margin requirements and suspended approval of new products, reflecting mounting market risks.
India becomes new battleground for chip giants; Marvell invests an additional US$250 million as workforce is set to double
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. semiconductor design giant Marvell Technology will invest $250 million in India over the next 3 years to strengthen its R&D capabilities for AI- and cloud-related chips. It will also double its workforce.
Taiwan stocks continue to slide; 證交所 says account maintenance ratios are safe and it will coordinate with regulators on stabilization measures if necessary
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwanese stocks plunged amid international developments and a correction in technology shares, but the Taiwan Stock Exchange said there were no problems with collateral requirements for margin trading. It emphasized the market’s underlying soundness.
〈UMC earnings call〉Q2 sees gains in both core and non-operating businesses; EPS of NT$3.39 sets a record, with first-half earnings nearing half of share capital
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
聯電 reported its second-quarter results, with net profit reaching a record NT$42.26 billion on a recovery in its core business and non-operating income. Capacity utilization also rose to 85%.
台光電 Q2 profit reaches NT$9.87 billion, a record high and up 84.9% quarter on quarter; first-half EPS is NT$42.46
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
台光電 posted after-tax net income of NT$9.87 billion in the second quarter of 2026, a quarterly record, up 84.9% quarter on quarter and 1.83 times year on year, with EPS of NT$27.55. First-half after-tax net income was NT$15.213 billion, up 1.19 times year on year, with EPS of NT$42.46. The company focuses on high-density interconnect technology, has a market share of more than 70%, and has risen to global No. 1 in high-speed materials.
Japan officially enters inflation era; experts forecast yen at 155 to 165 and expect a 1-notch rate hike before year-end, with “it” the biggest winner
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Japan has officially ended 20 years of deflation and entered an era of inflation. Kono Mitsunari of Nomura Funds predicts the Bank of Japan will raise rates by 1 notch every six months, with the financial sector the biggest winner. The shift has major implications for global investment and the yen’s trajectory.
The entire collection of philosophies is now free. Provence, southern France-based philosophy brand DERNIÈRE CHALEUR and practical philosophy Ritualtude are making all 30 rituals and 150 pieces available to everyone
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
All 30 rituals
150 pieces
July 29, 2026
From 2027
Piéton €14.95/month
Habitant €99.50/month
Companies mentioned：DERNIÈRE CHALEUR、Belle et Pop SARL、Dernière Chaleur Japon
【A real-world × digital cross-platform collaboration to enjoy Umamusume through the “five senses”】Original collaboration products inspired by the series will also be available. The “Umamusume Uma Uma! Kentucky!” campaign runs Aug. 12 (Wednesday)–Sept. 30 (Wednesday).
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
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Runs from Aug. 12 (Wednesday) to Sept. 30 (Wednesday)
Available for sale from Aug. 12 (Wednesday) to Aug. 25 (Tuesday) and from Sept. 9 (Wednesday) to Sept. 30 (Wednesday)
New product: “Super Lubrication” LUBROID（ルブロイド） PREMIUM LE-7000, an engine oil additive exclusively for cars and trucks. A high-performance additive designed to improve fuel economy, reduce friction, boost extreme-pressure performance and extend engine life.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
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LUBROID PREMIUM LE-7000【240ml bottle】
Automotive LUBROID PREMIUM LE-7000【4000ml bottle】
Price: ¥8,800 (tax included)
Price: 67,100 yen (tax included)
Power test: CBR1000RR-R, 3-horsepower increase
Fuel economy test: GB350 round trip between Tokyo and Osaka, improvement of more than 10%
株式会社Mavericks has significantly expanded the slide template selection for its video generation AI “NoLang.” Templates are organized by category, from infographics to store introductions, removing the need to consider design and making it possible to create everything from proposal decks to slides for social media posts.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
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619 hours a year spent preparing materials
Equivalent to approximately 1.67 million yen in labor costs
The 3rd installment of the branded colored contact lens line: Long-awaited 1DAY colored contact lenses from New York-born JILL STUART will be available at PPIHグループ stores nationwide starting July 30, 2026!
A favorite film of “Zombie” director ジョージ・A・ロメロ gets its first Blu-ray release in Japan! Nine years after the “master of horror” passed away—URAMI: The 4K Remastered Edition set for release on Friday, August 21!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
It is set for release on Friday, August 21, 2026
Price: 6,930 yen (including tax and shipping)
A rare 44-minute archival interview with director ジョージ・A・ロメロ
Approximately 100 minutes for the main feature + approximately 78 minutes of bonus content
[In an era of extreme heat, a renovation company becomes a local cool-down spot] Nikka Home Tama showroom opens free of charge as a “cooling rest stop” for the 3rd consecutive year
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
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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
株式会社Mavericks has added AI editing support to the “Diagram” mode of NoLang’s slide-generation feature. Users can revise individual pages and add new pages using only Japanese text prompts
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
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Registered users: 200,000
Adopted by more than 100 corporate clients
In Japan, 47.3% of companies said they use generative AI to assist with tasks such as email, meeting minutes and document preparation
Angered by China’s claim to sovereignty over the Batanes Islands, Philippine defense chief names Jinan University and tells local schools to guard against cognitive warfare
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Philippine defense secretary named China’s 暨南大学 and urged vigilance, saying it had become involved in the sovereignty issue over the Batan Islands. The secretary pointed to the possibility that academic exchanges could be part of influence operations.
47-year-old Taichung dermatology specialist dies suddenly; appeared healthy before collapsing and dying, clinic to close permanently in accordance with his wishes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chen Shilun (47), a well-known dermatologist in Taichung’s Dajia District, died suddenly while treating patients. In accordance with his wishes, Fulai Clinic has closed permanently. The news has sent shock waves through the local medical community.
New defense line in Taiwan’s waters: Thunder Tiger unveils coordinated unmanned boat operations, backed by U.S. military-favored “Unicorn system”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Thunder Tiger Technology and Shield AI successfully demonstrated coordinated operations using uncrewed boats equipped with the Hivemind AI autonomy system. The demonstration strengthens Taiwan’s maritime surveillance capabilities and advances the practical deployment of dual-use autonomous maritime systems.
Examining irrational surges in Taiwan stocks—and equally irrational plunges—Ruan Mu-hua assesses market through fundamentals: panic will not last long
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan stocks have plunged recently, at one point falling below forty thousand points and sparking investor panic. Financial expert Ruan Mu-hua said extreme emotions are driving the market while fundamentals remain unchanged, and expects the market to stabilize after emotions subside.