The weighted index closed sharply higher, up 3186.45 points, or 7.98%.
Original三大法人買超846.76億元
Original外資買超675.54億元
Original投信買超333.82億元
Original自營商賣超162.59億元
Foreign investors increased their net short position by 1498 contracts.
Foreign investors increased their net short position by 1498 contracts, bringing it to 82515 contracts.
The specific institutions among the top 10 traders increased their net long position in TAIEX futures across all months by 8259 contracts.
The specific institutions among the top 10 traders increased their net long position in TAIEX futures across all months by 8259 contracts, turning net long at 5398 contracts.
The August call option's largest open interest was at 55000 points.
The August call option's largest open interest was at 55000 points, while the put option's largest open interest was at 34000 points.
The August W1 call option's largest open interest was at 47500 points.
Spicy flavors from Chinese hot pot can also become Mid-Autumn Festival desserts! 東京巴黎甜點 launches preorders for its premium Mid-Autumn gift boxes, featuring the first-ever “black sesame and green Sichuan pepper crisp”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
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東京巴黎甜點 launches a 5-piece egg-yolk pastry set, priced at NT$538
The 10-piece moon-viewing phoenix pastry set is priced at NT$458
Golden egg yolks are cured and aged over a 30-day process
Liuqiu and Kenting lose out! Pingtung’s top attraction drew 8.24 million visitors, who praised its many distinctive shops and convenient parking, saying it is ideal for family outings
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
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Pingtung’s top attraction from January to May 2026
Tesla Model Y loses out! This was Taiwan’s top-selling imported car in June. Owners praise its spacious interior, fuel efficiency, easy handling and low maintenance costs
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
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Monthly registrations reached 21,968 vehicles
Original較5月成長29.6%
Up 32% from the same period in 2025
Imported cars’ market share also climbed to 53.1%
Toyota RAV4 recorded 2,943 registrations in June
The RAV4 PHEV accounted for 492 of them
Model Y and Model 3 recorded 3,812 registrations combined
Tesla’s total registrations across all models reached 4,369 in June
Taiwan’s electric vehicle registrations reached 5,789 in June 2026
2026 travel agency guide: 8 group-tour operators recommended on PTT and Dcard for rich itineraries, good food and lodging, and professional tour leaders; reviews of Lion Travel, Cola Tours, Southeast Travel and more
Sony and Nikon lose out! This was the best-selling secondhand camera in the first half of 2026. Enthusiasts praise its ease of use, affordable price and powerful autofocus
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Canon EOS R6 Mark II topped Japan’s secondhand mirrorless camera sales in the first half of 2026, surpassing Sony and Nikon. The results show consumers value cost-effectiveness and practicality, while the market is splitting between full-frame and APS-C cameras.
Companies mentioned：Canon、Sony、Nikon、Minna no Camera
August policy changes guide: Labor pension rules add a 30-day cooling-off period, Taoyuan Airport imposes NT$1,200 fines for illegal parking, and 15 major new rules to know
South Korean stocks surge 18% in a single day, setting a record! Foreign investors buy heavily as retail investors cut losses and dump holdings; SK海力士 and Samsung rise more than 27%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
South Korean stocks surged 18% in a single day, with SK海力士 and 三星電子 gaining more than 27%, driven by heavy foreign buying and optimism over AI demand. Retail investors, meanwhile, cut their losses amid a wave of leveraged-position liquidations, highlighting the sharp divide in market sentiment.
Kymco’s “lifetime exemption from basic fees” for electric vehicles in question? Wang Hung-wei says extreme battery-swapping prices have risen 1 times
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kymco adjusted its battery-swapping service fees, ending the “lifetime exemption from basic fees” offered to early customers. The battery usage fee rose from NT$50 to NT$100, sparking consumer anger. Kuomintang legislator Wang Hung-wei stepped in to help protect consumer rights.
Lin Hsiu-wei slams the offer of just 3 plane tickets for 25 people: “Does not singing in Taiwanese mean they don’t represent Taiwan?” Li Yuan: Subsidies are still higher than others’
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Lin Hsiu-wei, administrative director of 當代傳奇劇場, criticized the Ministry of Culture for providing just 3 plane tickets for an overseas team of 25, questioning whether the group was not considered representative of Taiwan because it did not sing in Taiwanese. Culture Minister Li Yuan said the subsidy was actually higher than that given to most groups, and that the accusations stemmed from a misunderstanding.
Is going wild the secret to viral reach? A Threads lost-item post exposes an algorithm that rewards conflict: When malicious content gets more reach than kindness, is social media pushing us toward division?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A Threads user posted twice about the same incident: one post falsely claimed they planned to sell a found MacBook, while the other said they had turned it in to lost and found. The first received nearly seven times as many likes and 18 times as many shares, highlighting how algorithms may reward conflict and malicious narratives and prompting widespread discussion of social media platforms’ mechanics.
Trump announces peace in Gaza: Hamas agrees to disarm, while Israel responds coolly and with reservations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
U.S. President Trump announced a historic agreement calling for the complete disarmament of armed groups in Gaza, including Hamas, and a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces. Israel has signaled reservations, leaving the path to peace uncertain.
“I’ve never seen a desk that kneels, only readers who kneel!” Causeway Bay Books manager Lam Wing-kee dies in Taipei; Premier Cho Jung-tai personally presents a commendation, praising his unwavering defense of democracy and freedom
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Lam Wing-kee, founder of Hong Kong’s Causeway Bay Books, died in Taipei. Premier Cho Jung-tai attended the funeral and presented a commendation recognizing his contributions to democracy and freedom. His spirit of resistance symbolized Hong Kong’s will to be free.
A midsummer tour of Taoyuan’s Pearl Coast: the 2026 Taoyuan Land Art Festival creates a 35-kilometer open-air coastal art museum
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taoyuan Land Art Festival will be held in Taoyuan City from July 4 to August 30, 2026, with more than 70 land art works displayed along 35 kilometers of coastline. Artists from Taiwan and abroad will use art that coexists with nature to showcase the area's appeal and pursue a balance between tourism and environmental education.
New rules take effect in August! National health insurance covers a new hemophilia drug costing NT$11.2 million; compulsory hospitalization will require a court order
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Starting in August, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare will add a new hemophilia drug costing ¥11.2 million per year to the list of treatments covered by insurance. It will also shift decisions on compulsory hospitalization for people with severe mental illness to the courts. The changes aim to improve access to healthcare and protect human rights.
Is the bond honeymoon over? Markets send warning signals about Warsh as the Federal Reserve faces a crisis of confidence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The U.S. Treasury market is sending a warning signal to Fed Chair Warsh. A yield curve inversion is deepening, with long-term interest rates rising and short-term rates falling, as financial markets worry that policy action may be delayed.
Companies mentioned：United Nations Federal Credit Union、Thornburg Investment Management、RBC Capital Markets
List of 96 companies surfaces on the dark web; experts urge high-priority cybersecurity checks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Reports have circulated that the names of 96 companies were listed on the dark web, prompting cybersecurity experts to urge businesses to conduct high-priority security checks. The list does not provide direct evidence of intrusions, but early risk response is important.
Which Taiwan airline has the roomiest economy-class seats? The winner is praised for tasty meals and comfortable seats, with friendly flight attendants too
In June 2026, 華園 recorded sales of ¥136.717 million, the highest monthly sales in Taiwan's hotel industry. Its facilities, transportation and services were praised, putting it ahead of 凱撒 and 遠雄悅來.
Tech and political figures join forces to back Kuo Chih-hui for baseball association chair, aiming to launch Taiwan baseball’s next golden decade through institutional governance and technological strength
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former Economics Minister 郭智輝 is running for chair of the 中華民國棒球協會, with support from the technology and political sectors. He aims to foster the sustainable development of Taiwanese baseball through institutional reforms and technology.
Control Yuan vacant for at least 2 months! Legislative Yuan negotiators reach consensus: votes on Control Yuan appointments will take place when the session opens at the end of September
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
監察院 commissioners' terms have expired, and confirmation of new appointments has been postponed until September 29, leaving the posts vacant for about 2 months. 民眾黨 has rejected all the nominees, underscoring the political divide.
What are KMT candidate Ko Chih-en’s chances of winning in Kaohsiung? Wu Tzu-chia advises Chiang Wan-an to make “this big move”: Lai Jui-lung is far too weak
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an has recently been taking part in political activities frequently. Wu Tzu-chia said on a program that the Kuomintang has a chance to win in Kaohsiung because DPP candidate Lai Jui-lung is too weak, and suggested that Chiang Wan-an assemble a “Chiang family team” to campaign across Taiwan.
永豐餘生技’s “Locally Grown Golden Flower Small-Fruit Camellia Oil” tests positive for benzo[a]pyrene；Yunlin County Health Bureau inspection finds ingredients did not come from Caoling
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Camellia oil sold by 永豐餘生技 was found to exceed the limit for benzo[a]pyrene. An investigation by the Yunlin County Health Bureau confirmed that the ingredients did not come from Caoling and were only contract-packaged by a local company. The bureau urged consumers not to misunderstand the situation and said it would protect the rights of local farmers.
Hsu Hsin-ying unveils policy platform，proposes 5 major reforms to reduce administrative workload in early childhood education
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Hsu Hsin-ying，the KMT candidate for Hsinchu County magistrate，proposed 5 major reforms to reduce the administrative burden on early childhood educators，focus on the development of children aged 3 to 5，and improve education quality.
Less bureaucracy，more real combat power！Europe’s shift under Trump’s defense vision：a full analysis of the key agenda at the Athens summit
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Senior officials from the United States and Europe and representatives of the defense industry gathered at the Athens Defense Summit to discuss the multiple threats facing Western civilization. In line with President Trump’s push to strengthen defense, they emphasized the importance of increased defense spending and technological sovereignty.
First inclusion of domestic assets！South Korean government plans to inject 20 trillion won into sovereign wealth fund KIC；South Korean stocks surge a record 17.9% in a single day
竹陞科技 June revenue hits a record；self-reported monthly net profit of NT$65 million，up 1.1 times；EPS reaches NT$2.77
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
竹陞科技 reported revenue of NT$129 million in June 2026 and after-tax net profit of NT$65 million，up 1.1 times year on year. It set a new monthly high for 13 consecutive months，reflecting strong growth momentum in semiconductor and PCB automated monitoring.
Jensen Huang reveals he is “extremely introverted”：AI would not be where it is today without open source；memory has become AI’s biggest bottleneck
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stressed the crucial role of open source in AI on a podcast and acknowledged that memory supply has become the biggest bottleneck to AI development. He revealed that he is extremely introverted and did not publish his first post on X until 2026.
SK海力士 plunge triggers regulatory change：Hong Kong replaces “2x leveraged” with “flexible leverage”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
SK海力士 shares plunged nearly 46%，wiping out more than 80% of the net asset value of linked 2x leveraged ETFs and prompting the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission to introduce a new “flexible leverage” regime. 南方東英 adjusted its product structure，reflecting tighter regulation and enhanced investor protection.
Another cybersecurity crisis after OpenAI！Claude’s external web access permissions were misconfigured，leading to breaches at 3 companies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Anthropic's AI model Claude connected to the internet because of a configuration error and gained unauthorized access to the systems of 3 companies. The incident marks a significant moment in the evolution of AI security risks into a real-world threat.
Musk flexes his financial muscle again，spending $100 million to boost Trump’s midterm election prospects
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A pro-Trump political group backed by Elon Musk plans to spend up to $120 million to help Republicans win the 2026 midterm elections. Its expanding political influence is drawing attention.
BOJ holds interest rates steady，cuts inflation forecast but leaves room for further hikes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Bank of Japan decided on the 31st to keep its policy rate unchanged at 1.0%. It said it would monitor the impact of the June rate hike while taking a cautious stance on the Middle East situation and the weak yen.
AI chip capacity is nearly snapped up！Supply chain enters “prepayment era”：contracts worth a hundred billion dollars lock in capacity as the semiconductor power balance is reshaped
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The AI chip supply chain is entering a “prepayment era”，with giants such as NVIDIA，Micron and Samsung using contracts worth a hundred billion dollars to lock in future capacity，reshaping the semiconductor industry’s power structure.
Strong earthquake hits Kumamoto，Japan；Lai Ching-te says Taiwan’s search-and-rescue team is ready to help and urges businesses to donate to Japan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto，Japan. Taiwan President Lai Ching-te announced that a search-and-rescue team was ready and urged businesses and the public to donate in support. The longstanding disaster-relief partnership between Taiwan and Japan was on display again，carrying great symbolic significance.
U.S. tech earnings rekindle confidence in AI investment；SK hynix and Samsung shares surge
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Investor confidence in AI spending recovered following strong earnings from マイクロソフト and アマゾン, sending the share prices of SKハイニクス and 三星電子 sharply higher. Semiconductor-related stocks rose worldwide.
OpenAI storms into the token price war！Luna model prices slashed by 80% as AI giants compete on value
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
OpenAI cut API prices for GPT-5.6 Luna and Terra by up to 80%, intensifying cost competition in the enterprise AI market. The move is important both for lowering adoption barriers and for countering competitors.
Companies mentioned：OpenAI、Google、Microsoft、Anthropic、月之暗面、Moonshot AI
Concord Securities Investment Advisory secures multi-channel qualification in Kaohsiung special zone，promotes catastrophe bonds as an alternative investment in first rollout
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Concord Securities Investment Advisory has qualified to conduct multi-channel business in the Kaohsiung Asset Management Special Zone，and is partnering with international ILS firm Twelve Securis to promote catastrophe bond investments，strengthening its presence in both northern and southern Taiwan. The move supports government policy and expands global allocation options for high-net-worth clients.
Stock spotlight：Taiwan stocks stage an epic comeback；optical communications shares rebound sharply after deep losses，with several hitting limit-up
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan's stock market rebounded sharply, with optical communications stocks surging on AI demand and mass production of 輝達's new platform. Several stocks hit their limit-up prices, drawing increased market attention.
3.17 million people to benefit！Publicly funded vaccines to be upgraded nationwide in August，with only 1 dose needed；court to decide on “involuntary hospitalization” for people with mental illness
Corrected Securities Report—49th Period (2024/07/01–2025/06/30)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
株式会社ユビテック filed a corrected securities report for the 49th period (July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025). The disclosure was made to correct information in the report.
Corrected Securities Report—25th Period (2024/04/01–2025/03/31)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
エア・ウォーター株式会社 filed a corrected securities report for the 25th period (April 1, 2024–March 31, 2025). The disclosure was made to correct information in the report.
Air Water filed a corrected quarterly securities report for the 1st quarter of the 24th period. The filing aims to provide accurate financial information and is an important disclosure for investors.
Corrected Securities Report—23rd Period (2022/04/01–2023/03/31)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
エア・ウォーター株式会社 corrected its securities report for the 23rd period. This is an official report revising information in its financial statements and other materials.
Securities Report (Domestic Trust Beneficiary Certificates, etc.)—4th period (2025/11/01-2026/04/30)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking filed a securities report for the 4th period (2025/11/01–2026/04/30). It disclosed financial and management information concerning trust beneficiary certificates, providing important information for investors’ decisions.
Securities Report (Domestic Trust Beneficiary Certificates, etc.)—4th period (2025/11/01-2026/04/30)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking filed a securities report concerning domestic trust beneficiary certificates, etc., for the 4th period. The reporting period runs from November 2025 through April 2026.
Securities Report (Domestic Trust Beneficiary Certificates, etc.)—1st Period (2025/06/03–2026/04/30)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Mizuho Trust & Banking filed a securities report concerning domestic trust beneficiary certificates, etc., for the 1st period. The reporting period runs from June 2025 through April 2026.