U.S.-Iran deal in sight as oil prices fall below $80; U.S. stocks open higher, S&P hits record
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. major stock indexes rose on upbeat earnings forecasts from AI-related companies and hopes for progress in U.S.-Iran talks, with the S&P 500 setting a record high. International crude oil prices fell.
Taiwan-U.S. securities depository and settlement agencies cooperate to strengthen settlement security and services for overseas brokerage trading
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan Depository & Clearing Corporation is deepening cooperation with DTCC, using direct data access to improve settlement security and operational efficiency in Taiwan's overseas brokerage market in response to extended U.S. stock trading hours and the T+1 system.
Taiwan will apply the requirements of International Financial Reporting Standard 18 (IFRS 18), Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements, in the 2028 fiscal year
Original保險業自公告申報2027年第1季財務報告起
The revision amends 7 articles and 18 forms, adds 1 form and removes 3 forms
Finland’s free school lunches: 80 years on, government promotes sustainable eating policies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Finland’s free school lunch system has been in place for more than 80 years. The country is now promoting sustainable eating by adjusting meal compositions, while the program continues to serve as an important social safety net.
Facts
Finland officially introduced a nationwide free school lunch program in 1948, becoming the first country in the world to legally guarantee free nutritious lunches to primary school students.
Finland’s school meal program covers about 850,000 students from preschool through high school nationwide.
According to 2023 data, the average cost of a school lunch in the capital region was 2.66 euros per meal.
The City of Helsinki plans to reduce the proportion of meat and dairy in school meals by 2030, while increasing plant-based and fish dishes.
U.S.-Iran deal could reopen Strait of Hormuz; U.S. Treasury chief sees oil prices falling
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Treasury Secretary Bessent said the U.S. and Iran could reach an agreement soon to restore passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The move is aimed at stabilizing energy markets and lowering oil prices, and crude prices have already fallen in response.
Facts
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent said the United States could reach an agreement with Iran today or tomorrow to restore passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Bessent said he believes the Strait of Hormuz will remain open to free passage.
After Bessent's remarks, U.S. crude futures fell about 4% to below $77 a barrel.
Iran's Foreign Ministry denied that it was negotiating with Washington.
New domestic rules on virtual currency transfers to take effect in October to strengthen anti-money laundering controls
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
金管會 announced a phased rollout of virtual currency transfer rules (Travel Rule). Starting in October, transfers exceeding NT$30,000 between domestic VASPs must include identity information; the rules will extend to cross-border transfers by the end of 2027.
Facts
Transfer amounts exceeding the equivalent of NT$30,000
林佳龍 hosts U.S. congressman for lunch, hopes Taiwan and U.S. can help partner countries build resilience
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Summary not yet available
Facts
He also congratulated McCaul on receiving the Grand Cordon of the Order of Brilliant Star from President Lai Ching-te, and thanked him for his longstanding support in Congress for arms sales to Taiwan and closer Taiwan-U.S. security ties through concrete legislative action, demonstrating his unwavering support for 台灣.
President Lai: 116年度 central government budget will incur no debt, with expenditures exceeding 3.6 trillion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai announced that expenditures in the 116年度 central government budget will reach 3.6 trillion, targeting zero borrowing and a balanced budget, with priority investments in defense, technology and social welfare.
熊本 earthquake: Companies rely on business continuity plans to respond and speed up supply chain recovery
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Following the Kumamoto earthquakes, companies are rushing to restore their supply chains under their BCPs. 本田 has yet to determine when operations can resume because verifying its supply network is taking time, while companies such as Suntory are quickly shifting production to alternatives based on lessons learned.
Facts
7-Eleven substantially revised its business continuity plan in 2021
本田's Kumamoto plant will remain closed through the 7th
愛信 to raise factory inventories to a maximum of 5 days' supply
Only 21.4% of companies have formulated business continuity plans
Wang Yen-cheng goes from first win to 10 wins in the KBO, saying he is very happy and will keep working hard
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese left-hander Wang Yen-cheng, who plays for 韓華鷹隊 in the KBO, earned his 10th win of the season against 三星獅隊 on the 4th, becoming the first Asian import in KBO history to record 10 wins in a single season.
Facts
Wang Yen-cheng plays for 韓華鷹隊 in the KBO
Wang Yen-cheng allowed no runs over 6 innings as a starter against 三星獅隊
Wang Yen-cheng's fastball reached a top speed of 151 kilometers per hour
Wang Yen-cheng becomes the first Asian import in KBO history to record 10 wins in a single season
The Tai Lotto draw No. 115076 was held on the evening of August 4. The winning numbers for this draw have been announced, and the public can check them against the official 台彩 announcement.
Wang Yen-cheng posts quality starts in 3 consecutive games, becomes first Asian import in KBO history to reach 10 wins
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese left-hander Wang Yen-cheng, who plays for 韓華鷹隊 in the KBO, delivered a quality start against Samsung Lions, allowing no runs over 6 innings and earning his 10th win of the season. He became the first Asian import in KBO history to reach 10 wins in a single season.
Facts
Wang Yen-cheng allowed no runs over 6 innings and earned his 10th win of the season
Wang Yen-cheng becomes the first Asian import in KBO history to reach 10 wins in a single season
Wang Yen-cheng's fastball reached a top speed of 151 kilometers per hour in the game
Wu Chih-chung's visit to Mayotte yields fruitful results; French senators to visit Taiwan to deepen cooperation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Wu Chih-chung's visit to Mayotte yielded fruitful results, deepening bilateral cooperation in the economy, technology and education. Mayotte senators will visit Taiwan as a group to advance substantive projects.
New Spider-Man film sets North American opening-weekend box-office record, surpassing Avengers: Endgame
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The new film Spider-Man: Brand New Day grossed US$360 million at its North American opening, breaking the record set by Avengers: Endgame and setting a new all-time high.
Keelung's Liuhe parking lot may shut down; council speaker Tung Tzu-wei to conduct an inspection and mediate
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Liuhe parking lot in Keelung has suspended short-term parking because its lease expired, causing parking problems for residents. City Council Speaker Tung Tzu-wei will step in to inspect the site and mediate between the city government and landowner 台肥公司.
New rooftop solar rules officially announced, taking effect 8/1; homes, shops and clinics excluded
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of the Interior and Ministry of Economic Affairs announced a policy requiring new buildings to install rooftop solar systems, while exempting homes, shops and clinics. In view of the complexities of property rights and maintenance, the rules will take effect for other buildings on August 1, 115.
Facts
The new standards for installing solar power generation equipment on buildings take effect on August 1.
Residential buildings (H category) and shops and clinics (G3 category) are temporarily excluded from the mandatory installation rules.
The mandatory solar installation standard applies to buildings with an area of at least 1000 square meters.
The government estimates that installed capacity could increase by about 660 MW annually.
The implementation date for all building categories other than homes, shops and clinics is August 1, 115.
U.S. Treasury secretary: U.S. and Iran may reach an agreement on the 4th or 5th to restore free passage through the Strait of Hormuz
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent said the United States and Iran are negotiating freedom of passage through the Strait of Hormuz and may reach an agreement soon to restore normal operations in the strait.
Group lawsuit over 中聯油脂 case: Consumers' Foundation says it has received 3207 applications
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中聯油脂 was embroiled in a food safety controversy after benzo[a]pyrene levels exceeded the limit. The Consumers' Foundation has launched a group lawsuit, with more than 3200 people already participating. The companies involved are still being investigated to determine responsibility.
Thailand cautiously reengages with Myanmar; analysts worry junta could gain legitimacy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing will make his first visit to Thailand as president on the 6th. Thailand's cautious engagement strategy has raised international concerns about legitimizing Myanmar's military junta.
環球晶 reported its second-quarter results, with net profit up 99.3% quarter on quarter and capacity remaining fully utilized. Despite a fire at its Italian plant, the company has activated recovery measures and is optimistic about long-term industry growth driven by AI and HPC.
Facts
環球晶 posted second-quarter revenue of NT$15.214 billion, up 8.8% quarter on quarter.
環球晶 posted second-quarter after-tax net profit of NT$3.779 billion, up 99.3% quarter on quarter, with earnings per share of NT$7.9.
環球晶's 12-inch, 8-inch and 6-inch silicon wafer capacity is fully utilized.
A fire broke out on the 8-inch production line at 環球晶's Novara plant in Italy. Core information systems were unaffected, and the plant as a whole was undamaged.
The Niigata plant in Japan posted record quarterly revenue in the second quarter.
Lee Szechuan proposes revitalizing Xinzhuang Temple Street; Su Chiao-hui advocates establishing an urban renewal bureau
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
New Taipei City mayoral candidates 李四川 and 蘇巧慧 have each put forward plans to revitalize Xinzhuang Miaojie and establish an urban renewal bureau and youth housing policies, respectively.
Facts
Lee Szechuan visited Xinzhuang Temple Street and said he would work to restore its former glory if elected.
Su Chiao-hui announced that she would establish an urban renewal bureau if elected.
Su Chiao-hui proposed piloting youth and childcare housing, with rentals of up to 20 years.
The target completion year for Phase 1 of the MRT Wanda-Zhonghe-Shulin Line is 2027.
Reuters: Trump administration drafts ban on Chinese-made data center equipment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Trump administration is considering banning imports of Chinese-made data center equipment. The FCC is targeting optical transceivers as it seeks to strengthen security for AI infrastructure.
Companies mentioned：中際旭創、Amazon Web Services、Coherent、Lumentum
Man goes missing after paddling out to fish from Yilan's Feniaolin; Coast Guard launches search
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A SUP angler has gone missing in Feniaolin, Yilan County. A 63-year-old man surnamed Yang paddled out to sea on a stand-up paddleboard and did not return. The Coast Guard has mobilized a search and rescue operation, but he has not yet been found.
Facts
A 63-year-old man surnamed Yang goes missing after paddling out to fish on a stand-up paddleboard (SUP)
The incident occurred off North Beach in Feniaolin, Yilan County
The Coast Guard has deployed patrol boats, drones and aerial surveillance aircraft in the search
The search and rescue operation was suspended on the evening of the 4th and is expected to resume on the morning of the 5th
U.S.-China tech war escalates! Trump considers ban on Chinese-made optical transceivers, citing risk of data centers becoming breeding grounds for spies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Trump administration is considering banning imports of Chinese-made optical transceivers. The move aims to strengthen security at data centers underpinning AI and could deal a blow to 中際旭創 and others.
Companies mentioned：中際旭創、Amazon Web Services、Coherent、Lumentum
Danish princess reports for military service! 19-year-old Isabella to undergo 11 months of training, forgoing nearly a million in allowances to set an example for the royal family
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Princess Isabella (19), second in line to the Danish throne, has joined a light cavalry regiment and begun 11 months of military service. She is the first royal to serve since conscription for women was introduced and is expected to serve as a national role model.
Liu Bao-jie blasts the DPP for its heavy-handed tactics and lowbrow rhetoric, lamenting that it has “abandoned its values for power”: “You’re just like the KMT used to be”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Veteran media figure Liu Bao-jie criticized the DPP for vulgar rhetoric and heavy-handed tactics, saying it had abandoned democratic values for power and was now no different from the KMT of the past. His remarks reflect dissatisfaction among Taiwan’s centrist voters with both major political camps.
Italy fire does not derail AI plans! 環球晶’s new Texas plant earns Tier-1 certification, Japan plant ramps up production as global capacity expansion begins to pay off
AI demand for capacity reaches silicon wafers! 環球晶 signs its longest-ever 10-year contract; 美光 prepays more than US$500 million as customers begin specifying production sites
Airport service charge to rise starting in September! MOTC plans “2-stage adjustment”; revenue from the fee is projected to double to NT$25.6 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Ministry of Transportation has decided to raise the airport service fee from 500 yen to 1,000 yen in 2 phases, in September 2026 and September 2028. The move is intended to meet airport infrastructure needs of about 600 billion yen over the next 20 years, with revenue expected to double to 25.6 billion yen.
Lettuce parasite spreads to 45 states! Outbreak leaves 2 dead and 7,000 confirmed cases; CDC warns that “bagged salads” should also be washed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Cyclospora infections have spread to 45 states in the United States, with about 7,000 cases and 2 deaths. Lettuce from Mexico is suspected as the cause, and the CDC has warned people to wash bagged salads as well.
Companies mentioned：Taylor Farms de Mexico、Taco Bell、FDA、CDC、BBC、AP
Will Lai’s government slash its 130,000 public housing units plan? TPP says “this proposal could replace the entire plan”: cuts all the way down to zero units
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The TPP criticized the Lai Ching-te government for slashing its pre-election pledge to build 130,000 social housing units to just 5,000 newly built units, accusing it of breaking its promise and calling it a “zero-unit attack.” The shift toward relying on subsidies and lease-management programs has sparked debate over whether housing justice can be achieved.
富邦人壽’s award-winning performance at the 2026 Insurance Faith, Hope and Love Awards
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
富邦人壽 won 11 awards at the 2026 Insurance Faith, Hope and Love Awards, including the top honor of “Best Insurance Company of the Year,” recognizing its leadership in talent development, technology adoption and social responsibility.
Taishin Bank and Shin Kong Bank merger approved; 3 top executive appointments to watch, with profits hidden in the deal
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Financial Supervisory Commission approved Taishin Bank’s acquisition of Shin Kong Bank, with the merger set to take effect on January 1, 2027. Taishin Bank’s team will lead the combined company, whose assets will rank 7th in size, showcasing Wu Tung-liang’s business and political clout.
Taiwan Life and 中國信託產險 win 10 Insurance Faith, Hope and Love Awards; innovative services and outstanding customer experiences earn repeated recognition for TeamTaiwanlife
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan Life and 中國信託產險 won a total of 10 awards at the 2026 Insurance Faith, Hope and Love Awards, highlighting their leadership in product innovation, distribution strategies and customer experience, and presenting a gift to CTBC Financial Holding on its 60th anniversary.
CTBC Bank opens Anping branch, deepening its presence in the heart of Tainan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
CTBC Bank opened its Anping branch in Tainan City on the 4th. It is the bank’s 13th location in Tainan and its largest branch, expanding personal and corporate banking services and strengthening its presence in the city’s central living district.
Housing industry joint support group established! Su Chiao-hui proposes new housing policies, including an urban renewal bureau and a 20-year rental pilot for homes for young families with children
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
New Taipei mayoral candidate 蘇巧慧 established the “住宅產業聯合後援會” and announced plans to create an urban renewal bureau, use AI, and launch a trial program offering youth family housing on 20-year leases. Her housing policies aimed at all generations are drawing attention.
世紀民生 pursues transformation! 朝和生醫 expands into Malaysia, plans to go public in 2027
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
世紀民生 (5314) is accelerating its shift into the broader health industry. Its 朝和生醫 brand will enter Malaysia, with plans to go public in 2027. The move signals its global expansion and validates its strategy of building high-margin consumer brands.
Overseas study tour cost a million, but report was “just 5 pages,” drawing criticism; Hsu Chia-ching deflects blame by citing her predecessor: Chang Hsiao-yen stayed only at 5-star hotels and brought his wife
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Hsu Chia-ching, chairperson of the Overseas Community Affairs Council, faced questions after spending a million on visits to 7 countries and submitting a report of just 5 pages. She defended herself by citing the travel practices under her predecessor Chang Hsiao-yen, sparking a political controversy.
Su Yi-feng checks blood pressure of fasting young protester and is reported by “Greenbird” activists; Lo Chih-chiang fumes: “Unbelievable”—Lai Ching-te was hailed as a hero for 11 roadside emergency responses
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
When chest physician 蘇一峰 took the blood pressure and blood sugar of a young person on a hunger strike, he was reported to 青鳥 for “practicing medicine without authorization.” 羅智強 criticized this as a double standard, comparing it with 赖清德’s 11 emergency treatments on the street.
A historic moment at Koshien! The 108th tournament gets underway, with the first female umpire and video review introduced
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A woman umpire appeared for the first time at the 108th Summer Koshien, and video review was also introduced. Many traditionally strong schools were eliminated in the qualifiers, drawing attention to the dawn of a new era.
Should you wait before exchanging for yen? Latest yen exchange rate after U.S.-Japan intervention; costs for ramen, shopping and a Disney trip calculated
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Summary not yet available
Facts
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake
US$1 to 157.6 yen
The yen briefly climbed to the 155 level
Breaks past 160 yen
The U.S. dollar-yen rate (USD/JPY) rose from about 158 to near 164
The yen strengthened from 164 to 157
A 1-day Tokyo Disney passport costs about 7,900 to 10,900 yen
An extra NT$500 to NT$1,000
A 5-day trip to 日本, eating 20 bowls of ramen costing around a thousand yen each
20,000 yen per night
Total room cost: 100,000 yen
About NT$800 to NT$1,200 more than when the yen was at its low
Flooding in low-lying Qianjin before improvements！Kaohsiung Water Resources Bureau upgrades flood-control facilities and adds pumping stations，racing to finish before next year’s flood season
Kaohsiung rural tourism targets South Korea！Promotions in Seoul and Busan seek to tap demand for in-depth travel
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Government's Agriculture Bureau promoted rural tourism in Seoul and Busan, South Korea, seeking to enter the Korean market through activities such as fruit picking and rural food experiences. The effort is important for raising awareness of Taiwanese tourism in Northeast Asia.
Taiwan stocks post biggest-ever point declines and gains in succession：Is this a bear market？Analysts explain the correction and investment opportunities
VIS Singapore 12-inch fab yield tops 99%！Mass production to begin in Q1 2027，with revenue and earnings contributions expected sooner
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The first batch of samples from VIS’s 12-inch wafer fab in Singapore achieved a yield of more than 99%。Mass production is scheduled to begin in Q1 2027，with the ramp-up proceeding faster than expected and revenue and earnings contributions anticipated earlier。The results highlight the company’s technological capabilities and progress in executing its expansion strategy。
Miaoli County repaid more than NT$2.1 billion in debt last year，the most on record；Hsu Tung-chin tells council the county will save public funds to speed up repayments
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Miaoli County repaid more than 2.1 billion yen in debt in fiscal 2024, the highest amount on record. County Magistrate 鍾東錦 said savings would further accelerate repayment. The county's fiscal consolidation is underway.
On-site evaluations for the national Golden Excellence Community awards：Zhushan’s Yanzheng Community takes the final spot
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Yanzheng Community in Zhushan Township, Nantou County, is undergoing an on-site assessment for the National Golden Excellence Community Selection, with the county magistrate also visiting to show support. It has earned high marks as a model for sustainable community development and support for older residents.
Forget Wall Street’s expectations！Palantir hits back at bears with earnings report as shares briefly surge 20%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Palantir's second-quarter revenue rose 93% year over year to $1.94 billion, beating market expectations, and its shares briefly surged 20%. Growing demand for AI sovereignty is driving growth in its corporate business.
NSTC approves 5 park investment projects worth about NT$4.1 billion；4 projects focus on semiconductors
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The National Science and Technology Council approved 5 investment projects in science parks worth about NT$4.158 billion，4 of them focused on the semiconductor industry。The move strengthens Taiwan’s technological autonomy and international competitiveness in smart manufacturing and the advanced semiconductor supply chain。
Wei Chuan subsidiary Li Wei unable to pay arbitration award；resolves to suspend operations and file for bankruptcy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
偉訓 subsidiary 力韡 lost an arbitration case in the United States and was ordered to pay substantial damages. Unable to make the payment, it resolved to suspend operations and file for bankruptcy. The parent company, 偉訓, is unaffected.
GlobalWafers’ 6- to 12-inch production lines are fully booked；customers extend long-term contract periods
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwanese silicon wafer maker 環球晶 is fully booked across its 6-to-12-inch production lines as demand for AI and HPC grows. Long-term contract periods are also getting longer, and signs of price increases are emerging amid tight supply and rising costs.
Wistron Technology reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of NT$895.443 billion，up 62.43% year over year。Strong demand for AI servers drove a sharp increase in profits。The performance underscores the company’s key role in AI infrastructure and its importance to Taiwan’s technology industry。
〈Wistron earnings call〉AI server business expected to outperform the first half in the second half；networking business could grow by more than 10 times
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
緯創 expects strong growth in AI servers and AI network switches. New customer wins and tight market supply are providing a tailwind.
Taiwan Lottery launched 2 new scratch-off tickets today，“Big Mahjong” and “Prize Showdown”。“Big Mahjong” offers 3 top prizes of NT$10 million and has odds of winning of more than 70%，the highest on the market。The launch reinforces its leading position in the entertainment lottery market。
Why did the United States suddenly step in to rescue the yen？Bessent fears competitive devaluations of Asian currencies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent explained that the United States and Japan jointly intervened to buy yen because continued yen depreciation could trigger competitive devaluations of Asian currencies. He also said the policy's sustainability has limits.
A $32.5 billion class-action lawsuit！iPhone Photos app accused of violating privacy laws；6.5 million Illinois users could each receive up to $5,000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Apple's iPhone Photos app is facing a class-action lawsuit in the United States over the collection of biometric data through facial recognition. The potential damages could reach $32.5 billion, and the case could set a precedent for privacy regulation.
〈Taiwan dollar〉Exporters and central bank step in；lighter trading narrows losses，currency narrowly holds the NT$32.5 threshold
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The New Taiwan dollar fell below the 32.5-yuan mark, but selling by exporters and central bank intervention narrowed its decline. Trading volume shrank, and the exchange rate remained stable.
FSC：Domestic VASP transfers over NT$30,000 must include date of birth and address；rules take effect in October
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Starting in October 2026, the Financial Supervisory Commission will require the date of birth and address to be provided for virtual asset transfers exceeding NT$30,000 between domestic VASPs. The measure aligns with international FATF standards and strengthens anti-money laundering efforts.
U.S.-Iran deal reportedly close to completion，companies report upbeat earnings！Dow futures surge 600 points
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The United States and Iran are close to an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while strong earnings from 開拓重工 and Palantir helped Dow futures rise 600 points. This signals a recovery in market confidence.
Could the oil price alert soon be lifted? Bessent: U.S. and Iran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 2 days at the earliest
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent suggested that the United States and Iran could reach an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as early as the 4th or 5th. Oil prices fell, raising hopes of easing market tensions.
ADLINK sees stable orders and price-hike effects; second-half revenue estimated to grow by double digits year over year, with gross margin expected to recover
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
ADLINK Technology held an investor conference, where General Manager Huang Yi-tun said its first-half order-to-shipment ratio was 1.5. Second-half revenue is expected to grow by double digits year over year, with gross margin recovering as edge AI applications continue to expand. The financial and strategic outlook is of significant interest to investors and the industry.
Jin Tai Electronics returns to profit in Q2, with EPS of 0.19 yuan; targets growth in second-half operations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Audio product maker Jin Tai Electronics returned to profit in Q2 2026, with EPS of 0.19 yuan, mainly due to a recovery in customer orders and higher shipments of new models. A capital increase of NT$210 million will be used to repay debt and improve its financial structure.
Lai Ching-te presents medal; McCaul reveals Trump will soon submit key $14 billion arms sale to Congress
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te awarded U.S. lawmaker Michael McCaul the Grand Cordon of the Order of Brilliant Star in recognition of his contribution to Taiwan-U.S. security cooperation. McCaul said Trump will soon submit a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan, underscoring the United States' firm support for Taiwan.
Is there a hidden agenda behind the U.S.-Japan joint effort to support the yen? Bessent has his eye on U.S. Treasuries, Japanese rate hikes and $550 billion in investment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The United States and Japan bought yen in their first joint foreign exchange intervention in decades. The move is seen not merely as support, but as a strategic effort that includes restraining U.S. Treasury yields and pressuring Japan to raise interest rates and invest in the United States.
Wistron investor conference: first-half EPS of 7.78 yuan; invests NT$17.5 billion in Taiwan, the United States and Vietnam
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
緯創 reported first-half EPS of 7.78 yuan, a record high. It is investing a total of NT$17.481 billion in Taiwan, the United States and Vietnam to expand AI operations and production capacity.
No hiding the data! FSC to launch official Taiwan stock market dashboard, aiming to go live before the end of Q3
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Financial Supervisory Commission will work with 證交所 to launch an official dashboard for Taiwan stock market margin trading, bringing together data such as margin balances and account-level collateral maintenance ratios. It is expected to go live before the end of Q3. The move aims to improve market transparency and prevent private platforms from misleading investors.
鮮活果汁-KY enters peak season; July revenue rises month over month and year over year, with January–July total reaching a record for the period
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
鮮活果汁-KY posted revenue of 619 million yuan in July 2026, marking growth both month over month and year over year. Cumulative revenue for January-July reached 3.267 billion yuan, a record high. The results were driven by growing summer demand in China's new-style tea drinks market and the start of operations at its new Kunshan factory.
FSC to monitor “personal financial revolving credit” monthly from October to curb excessive credit expansion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
To address the risk of excessive credit expansion fueled by personal investment borrowing, the Financial Supervisory Commission will require domestic banks to submit monthly reports on “個人理財周轉金” starting in October. The measure strengthens oversight to safeguard the stability of the financial system.
[Osaka, 8/20] How can new employees' workplace adjustment be balanced with organizational growth? Imagina to hold a seminar for executives and managers
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Trust from the team is 1.5 times higher
Productivity declines by 18%
A 23% loss in corporate profits
Turnover rates soar to 3 times higher
Management education at Japanese companies ranks 60th among 64 countries evaluated
More than 3,000 companies served in human resource development
Following the phased ban on the manufacture, import and export of fluorescent lamps for general lighting, XLEDIA publishes key points to check before replacing them