【麗臺】Announces appointment of a new chief strategy officer
麗臺科技 announced that Chairman 梁見發 will concurrently serve as chief strategy officer, effective Aug. 11, 115.
Companies mentioned：麗臺科技
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【日月光投控】Plans to subscribe for new common shares issued in a cash capital increase by subsidiary 日月光半導體製造(股)公司 (hereinafter, “日月光半導體”)
日月光投控 will fully subscribe to its subsidiary 日月光半導體’s cash capital increase, for approximately NT$16.194 billion, to optimize the subsidiary’s financial structure and reduce interest expenses.
Companies mentioned：日月光投控、日月光半導體
【太設】Board resolves not to distribute dividends for the first half of 115
Tai-Saw Technology (2506) has decided not to pay a dividend for the first half of 2026. It is suspending shareholder returns and prioritizing retained earnings, potentially affecting investor relations.
【迅杰】Announces board approval of the financial report for the second quarter of 115
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【正文】Announces the capital reduction record date for cancellation of restricted employee shares
Because employees did not meet the vesting conditions, 正文’s board resolved to cancel 139,600 restricted employee shares, reduce capital by NT$1.396 million, and set the capital reduction ratio at 0.03%. The record date is Aug. 20, 115. The move reflects strict management of the company’s employee incentive program.
【麗臺】Announces board approval of the consolidated financial report for the second quarter of fiscal 115
麗臺 reported first-half revenue of NT$4.075 billion and earnings per share of NT$2.79.
【日月光投控】On behalf of subsidiary 日月光半導體製造(股)公司, announces its board resolution to issue new shares in a cash capital increase
日月光投控 resolved to issue 8.097億 shares in a cash capital increase to raise funds to repay loans.
Companies mentioned：日月光半導體製造(股)公司
【捷敏-KY】Announces information related to the consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115
捷敏-KY released its consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 2026, reporting cumulative net profit of NT$495 million. The report was reviewed and approved by the board and audit committee, reflecting steady financial performance.
【巨大】The company was invited to attend Morgan Stanley’s 2Q26 Post-Earnings Conference Call
巨大 (9921) was invited to attend Morgan Stanley’s 2026 Q2 post-earnings investor conference and will hold an online briefing on Aug. 13. The event strengthens engagement with international investors and is part of routine earnings procedures.
Companies mentioned：Morgan Stanley
【迅杰】Announces changes to the company’s finance chief, accounting officer and spokesperson
迅杰 announced that 林恆光 will take over as finance chief, accounting officer and spokesperson following a personnel reassignment, effective immediately. This is a routine personnel arrangement.
【新光鋼】Announces disposal of securities
新光鋼 announced the disposal of 中鋼 shares as part of a portfolio adjustment, resulting in a partial disposal loss.
Companies mentioned：中鋼
【群創】Announces revisions to certain sections of the company’s annual report for fiscal 114
At the direction of the Taiwan Stock Exchange, 群創光電 revised certain sections of its annual shareholders’ meeting report for ROC year 114 and uploaded it again. This is a compliance adjustment and does not affect its financial structure.
【鑽全】Announces board approval of the individual financial statements for the second quarter of 115
鑽全 announced that its individual financial statements for the second quarter of 115 had been approved by the board. Revenue and net profit were steady, indicating a healthy financial position.
【日月光投控】announces that its subsidiary 矽品精密工業(股)公司 has acquired plant engineering services
ASE Technology Holding subsidiary SPIL Precision Industry has signed a factory equipment construction contract worth 610 million yen with Han Hua Water Treatment Engineering. The project is for production and business operations and is not a related-party transaction.
Companies mentioned：漢華水處理工程股份有限公司
【正文】The board approved the consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115
正文’s board approved its consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115, which showed a cumulative net loss of NT$181 million. The routine financial disclosure reflects the company’s current loss-making position and serves as a warning to investors.
【日月光投控】On behalf of its subsidiary 矽品精密工業(股)公司, announces the acquisition of plant engineering work
矽品精密, a subsidiary of 日月光投控, secured a plant engineering project from 聖暉工程科技 worth approximately NT$841 million, for use in production and operations.
Companies mentioned：矽品精密工業、聖暉工程科技
【美律】Announces adjustment to the cash dividend payout ratio for fiscal 114
美律 adjusted its cash dividend payout ratio for fiscal 114 due to a change in the number of shares outstanding. The dividend per share was revised from NT$4 to NT$4.08423671.
【櫻花建】Announces board approval of an engineering contract with related party 永雋科技 for the “平道段, Yongkang District, Tainan City” project
櫻花建 announced that it signed an engineering contract worth more than NT$27.9 million with related company 永雋科技 for a residential development project in Yongkang District, Tainan. The project is expected to boost the company’s profitability.
Companies mentioned：永雋科技
【AES-KY】The company’s new spokesperson
AES-KY appointed Chang Shu-chuan as its new spokesperson on Aug. 10, 2026. There was no previous spokesperson, and the appointment aims to strengthen corporate governance. The move is expected to ensure stable information disclosure to investors.
【日月光投控】On behalf of its subsidiary 矽品精密工業(股)公司, announces the acquisition of plant engineering work
矽品精密工業 obtained a plant engineering contract worth approximately NT$985 million. 中源機電顧問 was awarded the project, which will upgrade production and operational facilities.
Companies mentioned：日月光投控、矽品精密工業、中源機電顧問股份有限公司
【華懋】Announces board resolution on the company’s share buyback
華懋科技 resolved to buy back 3 million treasury shares for employee incentives, at a purchase price ranging from NT$121 to NT$275.
Companies mentioned：華懋科技
【愛山林】Plans to award the renovation and home appliance procurement work for 美麗上城 in Nuannuan District, Keelung City, to 祝旺開發(股)公司
愛山林 (2540) will award renovation and home appliance work for 美麗上城 to its subsidiary 祝旺開發 for more than NT$1.115 billion.
Companies mentioned：愛山林、祝旺開發、日升不動產估價師事務所
【華懋】Announces board approval of the consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115
華懋 announced its consolidated financial report for the first half of 115, with pretax net profit of NT$271 million and basic earnings per share of NT$4.60.
Companies mentioned：華懋
【櫻花建】Announces board approval of an engineering contract with subsidiary 櫻雄營造 for the “橋愛段, Yuanlin City, Changhua County” project
櫻花建 announced that it signed an engineering contract worth NT$344 million with subsidiary 櫻雄營造 to build a residential tower in Yuanlin City, Changhua. The related-party transaction was approved by the board and supervisors and is intended to generate sales profits.
Companies mentioned：櫻雄營造股份有限公司
【櫻花建】Announces a change in the company’s chief information security officer
櫻花建 announced that Vice President 江曜群 will take over as chief information security officer, replacing 沈淑貞, who is stepping down due to a job reassignment. The internal senior management change signals that the company is strengthening its information security strategy.
【太設】Announces board approval of the consolidated financial report for the first half of 115
太設 reported its financial results for the first half of 115, with revenue of approximately NT$808 million, net income attributable to owners of the parent of approximately NT$118 million, and EPS of NT$0.33.
Companies mentioned：太設
【愛山林】The company's board approved a joint land development project in Taipei City
愛山林's board approved a joint land development project in Taipei City, with plans to build a residential tower. Details of the transaction will be announced after the agreement is signed.
Companies mentioned：愛山林、日升不動產估價師事務所、睿明不動產估價師事務所
【寶成】Announcement of the July 115 self-reported revenue of the company's subsidiaries 裕元工業(集團)有限公司 and 寶勝國際(控股)有限公司
寶成 announced the July 115 self-reported revenue of its subsidiaries 裕元工業 and 寶勝國際, presenting various operating figures.
Companies mentioned：寶成、裕元工業、寶勝國際
【大飲】Announcement of the board's resolution to appoint members of the remuneration committee
大飲 announced on August 10, 115, the appointment of 吳宗憲 as a new member of the remuneration committee. The personnel change followed the resignation of the previous member.
Companies mentioned：大飲
【富田-創】Announcement that the board approved the financial report for the second quarter of 115
Original富田-創公布115年第2季財務報告。上半年歸屬於母公司業主淨利112,677仟元，每股盈餘2.07元。
【櫻花建】Announcement that the board approved the consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115
櫻花建 announced its financial report for the second quarter of 115. Cumulative pretax net income was approximately NT$3.509 billion, and basic earnings per share were NT$2.36.
【慶豐富】Announcement that the company's consolidated financial report for the second quarter of fiscal 115 was submitted to the board
慶豐富 announced its financial report for the second quarter of 115. Earnings per share for the first half of the year were NT$1.12.
【國揚】Announcement that the board resolved to appoint 3 members to the 6th remuneration committee
國揚 (2505) announced changes to the membership of its 6th remuneration committee. 三 newly appointed independent directors took office following the shareholders' annual meeting election, as the previous members' terms expired. This is a routine corporate governance procedure and shows that the governance structure remains operational.
Companies mentioned：光環科技、長榮航太科技、台灣金控台銀人壽、皇翔建設
【日月光投控】Announcement on behalf of subsidiary 矽品精密工業 of its board's resolution to issue new shares through a cash capital increase
ASE Technology Holding subsidiary 矽品精密工業 raised 809.7 billion yen through a cash capital increase. The funds will be used to procure materials overseas. The move sends a positive signal to the market.
Companies mentioned：矽品精密工業
【中纖】Announcement that the board approved the draft consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115
中纖's board approved the consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115, with pretax net income reaching NT$5.597 billion. This routine financial report reflects stable business operations.
【國揚】Announcement that the board approved the consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115
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【長虹】Announcement of an adjustment to the conversion price of the company's 4th domestic unsecured convertible bonds (長虹四).
長虹建設 adjusted the conversion price of its 4th unsecured convertible bonds due to an ex-dividend adjustment, from NT$80.0 to NT$74.8. This is a routine financial operation that affects investors holding the bonds.
【愛山林】The company's board approved a joint land development project in New Taipei City
A-Mart (2540) approved a joint construction and development project involving land in New Taipei City at a board meeting. The project aims to build a residential tower and signals the company's proactive investment stance.
Companies mentioned：日升不動產估價師事務所、睿明不動產估價師事務所
【第一店】Announcement of the record date for the board's resolution to distribute a cash dividend
The First Hotel (2706) approved a cash dividend of NT$0.35 per share at a board meeting, to be paid on Oct. 8, 115. The record date is Sept. 14.
【中信金】中信金控 announces that the capital change registration for the capital reduction following the repurchase of issued restricted stock awards has been approved by the Ministry of Economic Affairs
中信金控 completed the capital change registration for the capital reduction following the repurchase of restricted stock awards, resulting in a slight adjustment to paid-in capital.
Companies mentioned：中信金
【華興】Announcement of the company's self-reported consolidated profit and loss for July 115
華興 announced its self-reported financial figures for July 115. It posted an operating loss for the month but remained profitable on a cumulative pretax basis.
Companies mentioned：華興
【銘異】Correction to the disclosures in the notes to the company's consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115 and its iXBRL filing information
Original銘異科技は2026年第二四半期財報で、子会社・銘鈺精密の保有株式数を29,904から29,910に修正。これは開示精度のための技術的措置であり、財務に影響なし。
Companies mentioned：銘鈺精密
【怡華】Announcement that the board approved the consolidated financial report for the second quarter of fiscal 115.
Original怡華公司公告其董事會通過115年度第2季合併財務報告，顯示累計淨損達1.003億仟元，每股虧損1.07元，財務狀況面臨壓力。
【中纖】Announcement of the company's real estate disposal
中纖 announced the disposal of land and buildings in Xiaogang District, Kaohsiung City, for a total of NT$725 million. It expects a profit of NT$295 million from the transaction as part of its efforts to activate assets. The buyer is the non-related company 壹東實業.
Companies mentioned：壹東實業股份有限公司、宏邦不動產估價師聯合事務所、台慶不動產
【可成】The company was invited to attend an investment⼈ conference hosted by 玉山證券
可成 (2474) will hold an online investor conference on August 26, organized by 玉山證券.
Companies mentioned：可成、玉山證券
【楠梓電】Announcement on behalf of subsidiary 昆山先創電子有限公司 regarding the acquisition of right-of-use assets from a related party
楠梓電's subsidiary 昆山先創電子 is conducting a sale-and-leaseback transaction involving factory premises with its related company 昆山滬利微電.
Companies mentioned：楠梓電、昆山先創電子、昆山滬利微電
【可成】The company was invited to attend an investment⼈ conference hosted by 中信證券
可成科技 will attend an online investor conference organized by 中信證券 on August 21, 115, to discuss its financial and business conditions.
Companies mentioned：可成、中信證券
【聯昌】Announcement on behalf of the major subsidiary 根茂電子(蘇州)有限公司 regarding a cash capital reduction
Original聯昌電子子公司根茂電子(蘇州)辦理現金減資，金額為1,300萬美元，減資比率近6成。
Companies mentioned：根茂電子(蘇州)有限公司
【可成】The company was invited to attend an investment ⼈ meeting organized by 凱基證券
可成 will attend an online investor conference organized by 凱基證券 on August 18 to brief investors on financial and business information.
Companies mentioned：凱基證券
【鴻華先進-創】Announcement of the date set by the board for the capital increase through conversion of employee stock options into common shares
Hota Advanced Materials-創 set Aug. 10, 115, as the record date for a capital increase resulting from employees exercising stock options. The move aims to retain talent and reflects efforts to strengthen Taiwan's technological competitiveness.
【康霈*】The application to amend the protocol for CBL-0302, the second multinational, multicenter pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial of the company's new drug candidate CBL-514 injection, received approval to proceed from Australia's HREC today.
康霈* received Australia's HREC approval for an amendment to the protocol for the second Phase 3 clinical trial of its new drug candidate CBL-514, further advancing development for the indication of abdominal fat reduction.
【聯昌】Announcement that the board approved the consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115
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【鑽石投資】Announcement that the board approved the company's standalone financial report for the second quarter of 115
鑽石投資 reported its financial results for the first half of 115, with net income attributable to the parent company of approximately NT$3.08 billion and EPS of NT$3.62.
【第一店】Announcement that the board approved the company's financial report for the second quarter of 115
第一店 reported its financial results for the second quarter of 115. Net income attributable to the parent company for the first half of the year was approximately NT$176 million, with EPS of NT$0.35.
【鼎固-KY】 announces the date of the board meeting to review the financial statements for the second quarter of 115年
鼎固-KY announced that a board meeting will be held on August 18, 115, to review and submit the financial report for the second quarter of 115.
Companies mentioned：鼎固-KY
【亞泥】 announces the convener of the 4th Audit Committee.
亞泥 held the first meeting of its 4th audit committee and elected 薛琦 as convener and meeting chair. The committee comprises all independent directors, and the new members' appointments took effect on May 28, 115.
Companies mentioned：亞泥
【鴻華先進-創】Announcement that the board approved the consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115
鴻華先進-創 announced its consolidated financial results for the first half of 115, reporting cumulative revenue of about NT$2.3 billion, a net loss attributable to the parent company of about NT$2 billion, and a loss per share of NT$1.15.
【望隼】 announced that its board of directors approved the consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115.
望隼 released its financial report for the first half of 115, reporting earnings per share of NT$8.40.
Companies mentioned：望隼
【倉佑】 announced that its board of directors resolved to change its stock affairs agent.
倉佑 resolved to change its stock affairs agent, with 中國信託商業銀行 taking over the role starting in 116.
Companies mentioned：倉佑、凱基證券、中國信託商業銀行、臺灣集中保管結算所
【材料*-KY】 announced revisions to parts of its annual report for the 114 shareholders' meeting.
材料*-KY revised its annual report for the 114 shareholders' meeting. The revisions involve the shareholders' letter and employee information.
Companies mentioned：材料*-KY
【倉佑】 announced that its board of directors approved the consolidated financial report for the second quarter of ROC year 115.
倉佑 approved its financial report for the second quarter of 115, reporting first-half EPS of NT$1.07.
Companies mentioned：倉佑
【神數】 announced that its board of directors approved the consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115.
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Economic debate》Have Trump’s tariffs actually boosted Chinese exports? This Dongguan-based small giant specializes in robotic arms and has captured a market long dominated by Germany and Japan
Chinese robot-arm manufacturer 拓斯達 is proving competitive in a market traditionally dominated by Germany and Japan, while boosting capital goods exports despite U.S. tariff policies. This is evidence that China's export structure is maturing.
Companies mentioned：麦肯錫、ドイツ企業、日本企業
Could Kaohsiung really change hands? 柯志恩 closes in on 賴瑞隆 in polls; 洪孟楷 recounts a scene at a campaign event in the south: “It was not easy”
With just 110 days left before the 2026 Kaohsiung mayoral election, support for DPP candidate 賴瑞隆 and KMT candidate 柯志恩 is separated by just 1.64%, making the race tight. 洪孟楷 saw 500 people gather spontaneously at a campaign event in the south, signaling the KMT’s mobilization strength and drawing attention to the possibility of a change in power in Kaohsiung.
Companies mentioned：鉅聞天下新聞網、風傳媒
郭添貴, former secretary-general of the Kaohsiung City Government, named new chairman of iPASS Corporation
iPASS Corporation appointed 郭添貴, former secretary-general of the Kaohsiung City Government, as its new chairman, succeeding 廖泰翔. The move strengthens its strategy for cross-sector integration and independent development of electronic payments, with important implications for Taiwan’s smart finance ecosystem.
Smoking rates are falling, yet lung cancer cases have surged by tens of thousands? Report traces cancer risk factors; is the incidence in the south more than 10 times that in the north?
A study found that lung cancer cases are increasing even as smoking rates decline, with incidence particularly high in southern Taiwan. The findings are an important warning from public agencies and research institutions.
One Taipei Main Station attraction confirmed to disappear! Shin Kong Mitsukoshi spends 10億 on a makeover; see the latest renovation plan
Shin Kong Mitsukoshi will invest more than NT$1 billion in a 2-year-8-month renovation of the Taipei Main Station mall. The black-and-white flooring will be replaced, and the mall will be upgraded into a smart, tourism-oriented “city living room” to improve the visitor experience.
Companies mentioned：台鐵、台鐵公司
Are phones priced below NT$6,000 about to disappear? Memory-price pressures mount! Samsung’s A series has already risen by NT$500 to NT$3,000; 陳啓蒙 urges consumers to “buy now”
Chen Chi-meng of Samsung Taiwan said that rising memory prices have led to price increases of NT$500 to NT$3,000 for the Galaxy A series. He noted that smartphones priced below NT$6,000 are disappearing and urged consumers to “buy sooner rather than later.”
Business debate》Berkshire Hathaway’s “cash hoard” is finally being put to work; will the bull market continue? Along with buying Google, it has also “added” these assets
Under CEO Abel, Berkshire Hathaway made net stock purchases for the first time in 三年半, with its cash falling from US$397.4 billion to US$365.5 billion. Along with increasing its stake in Google, it also bought other assets, signaling a more active investment strategy.
Companies mentioned：Google、Alphabet
Samsung foldable phone preorders beat expectations; Fold 8 accounts for 55%, and white proves unexpectedly popular! Nearly 三成 of online store buyers came from iOS
Samsung’s new-generation foldable phones performed better than expected in Taiwan preorders, with the Fold 8 accounting for 55% and attracting nearly 三成 of iOS users to switch. Demand for the white model surged, leading to shortages.
Companies mentioned：Apple
Nvidia joins forces with 6 giants to raise 16兆, rattling markets? Expert reveals 1 alarming signal: excessive leverage could force a fire sale
AI chip giant NVIDIA plans to raise US$500 billion in partnership with 6 major financial institutions, but the market is concerned about excessive leverage and rising credit risk.
Companies mentioned：Nvidia、Apollo、BlackRock、Blackstone、Brookfield、Goldman Sachs、KKR
New Taipei’s most livable area isn’t Banqiao or Zhonghe-Yonghe! Locals recommend 1 district for convenient transportation and amenities, with a relaxing, resort-like feel: “the only place to live”
Tamsui District in New Taipei City retained its place as the top destination for movers, with net migration of 4,358 people. Affordable home prices, convenient transportation and well-developed amenities have attracted people moving out from Taipei.
Companies mentioned：永慶房產集團
Market update》Taiwan stocks turn positive intraday and climb back above 4萬5! 台積電 steadies the market, while 禾伸堂 and several other stocks hit limit-up; these 3 major groups are in focus
Taiwan stocks turned from losses to gains today, climbing back above 4萬5. Weighted heavyweights such as 台積電 steadied the market, while passive components, PCBs and bicycles were the 3 groups in focus, with multiple stocks hitting limit-up.
Companies mentioned：台積電、聯發科、台達電、鴻海、廣達、富邦金、國泰金、華新科、禾伸堂、國巨、健鼎、金像電、巨大、美利達、第一金、兆豐金、長榮
Will 盧秀燕 run for president in 2028 as soon as she leaves office? KMT lawmaker says it is inevitable; her latest response revealed, along with her relationship with 蔣萬安
Whether Taichung Mayor 盧秀燕 will run for president in 2028 after leaving office has drawn attention. KMT legislator 葉元之 said her announcing a presidential bid on December 25 was “inevitable.” 盧 did not directly respond, saying only that she would “serve out her full term,” and also discussed her sister-and-brother relationship with 蔣萬安.
How long before changing lanes must you signal? Taiwan’s transportation authorities give the correct answer: violators face an instant fine of NT$6,000; it’s especially easy to get caught on the freeway
Taiwan’s transportation authorities have clarified that drivers must use their turn signals throughout a lane change. Violators face fines of NT$1,200 to NT$6,000, and court rulings have upheld this standard, emphasizing the importance of communicating intentions for safety.
Companies mentioned：高雄市政府交通局、新北市裁決處
Today’s (8/11) top stories! What happens if you don’t pay National Pension premiums? New rules mean these 2 benefits will both increase／Even without Labor Insurance or National Pension contributions, you may still get retirement benefits! Those who qualify receive NT$8,000 a month until death／Why is 張景森 “not afraid of death”?
Taiwan's national pension system will be revised starting in 2026, increasing benefits while putting people with long-term unpaid contributions at risk of losing contribution years. Information on the farmers' allowance and Double Ninth Festival senior-citizen gifts is also drawing attention. Chang Ching-sen has made headlines by opposing the high-speed rail extension.
Companies mentioned：華航
Technology debate》AI’s most terrifying advance: generating new viruses! The inventor says the viruses infect only bacteria and are harmless to humans; but what if they mutate?
Research teams including one from Stanford University used AI to create a new family of viruses that infect only bacteria. Although they are harmless to humans, the risk of mutations has raised concerns, highlighting AI’s double-edged role in biological design.
Replacing America’s Boeing: China’s domestically made C919 will operate this international route for the first time tomorrow! After 19 years, can the “red aviation dream” catch up with Europe and the U.S.?
China’s domestically made C919 passenger jet operated its first international flight, from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar, replacing the Boeing 737. The flight marks an important milestone in the international expansion of China’s aviation manufacturing industry.
Companies mentioned：中国商用飛機公司、中国国際航空、ボーイング、エアバス
Geneva office director 李冠德 accused by “all staff” of 203 alleged controversies; Foreign Ministry says it will order him to return for an investigation
All staff at the Geneva office reported 203 alleged controversies involving office director 李冠德, and the Foreign Ministry will order him to return for an investigation. The incident highlights a management crisis within the diplomatic system.
How much does a monthly salary need to be to count as high? Directorate General of Budget releases latest average salary; check in one click how many people you earn more than
The Directorate General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics reported that the average salary in the first half of 2026 reached NT$48,981, a record high. However, more than 7成 of workers earn below the average, largely because high earners pull it up and the numbers of foreign migrant workers and part-time workers have increased, reflecting unequal wage distribution.
Original台灣人出國不去日韓泰！改玩1便宜國家「遊客暴衝到180萬」，景點壯觀美食多、一票人卻嘆不會再訪
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Are U.S. military munitions running low? After a half-year of U.S.-Iran fighting, THAAD and Patriot stocks are less than half their previous levels; experts warn Trump about 1 thing: Beijing is watching
During the half-year-long conflict with Iran, the U.S. military’s THAAD and Patriot missile stocks fell sharply. Experts warn that this will weaken U.S. military and negotiating leverage and affect strategic assessments of the Taiwan Strait situation.
Unrecoverable debts and failure to report tainted oil? KMT questions Taiwan Sugar chairman’s “political payback”: 賴清德 should explain publicly
The Kuomintang has raised concerns over Taiwan Sugar's failure to report toxic oil and its former chairman's decision to abandon recovery of a huge debt. It questioned whether the current chairman and President Lai Ching-te were acting out of political considerations and demanded an explanation.
Companies mentioned：南僑
Original快訊／觸《反滲透法》等「4大犯行」！徐春鶯遭求刑21年半，今一審判7年
Xu Chunying, an activist from China, was indicted for allegedly taking part in political activities in Taiwan at the direction of the Chinese Communist Party, including violating the Anti-Infiltration Act. She was sentenced to 7 years in prison at the first trial. The case has serious implications for national security.
Leak scandal rocks Taichung City Government! Lu Shiow-yen aide Yen Nai-lun released on NT$150,000 bail, Li Cheng-hsuan on NT$300,000 bail
Senior Taichung City Government officials are implicated in a leak involving a 2020 procurement contract for services. Yen Nai-lun and Li Cheng-hsuan were released on bail and barred from leaving the country. The case highlights integrity risks in local government and threatens public trust in municipal transparency.
Parents, take note! Heavy metal cadmium detected in Japanese rice snacks for infants and toddlers; Taiwan FDA to step up batch inspections immediately
Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration found excessive levels of cadmium in Japanese rice snacks for infants and toddlers, and has ordered the products returned or destroyed. It is also stepping up border inspections of imports from multiple companies. The move affects consumer health and the management of imported food safety.
Companies mentioned：裕尾屋企業股份有限公司、登峰旅館股份有限公司、寶興行銷管理顧問股份有限公司
Annual salary under NT$1 million: should you make a 6% voluntary labor pension contribution? A veteran does the math: one type of worker would be better off investing in 0050
A 28-year-old worker earning less than 1 million yen a year sparked an online discussion about whether making the 6% voluntary contribution to the Labor Pension Fund is necessary. Opinions are divided between those who favor saving and those who favor investing.
Business Watch》Breaking free from China’s grip, the U.S. is seeing an investment boom in “sodium-ion batteries”; Morgan Stanley: batteries to capture 1/3 of market in 10 years
Investment in sodium batteries is accelerating in the United States. GM and startups are speeding up development, while major investment banks predict the technology will account for 1/3 of the market within 10 years. The push is driven by efforts to reduce reliance on China.
Companies mentioned：General Motors、Peak Energy、Morgan Stanley
Is Shen Po-yang very different in private? Hsu Chiao-hsin faces backlash over a “past remark” recap; her latest response revealed
KMT legislator Hsu Chiao-hsin was said to have praised Shen Po-yang as easy to get along with in private, but later clarified that she had only said he was “very polite” and that they had no private relationship. Shen thanked her for the kind words. The episode highlights the gap between politicians’ public image and private lives, shaping election discourse.
Original升空85秒炸成火球解體！中國火箭驚傳重大事故：「長征七號改」任務失敗，登月計畫恐受波及
Original2026年8月10日、中国の「長征七号改」ロケットが打ち上げ85秒後に爆発し、通信衛星「中星4B」を失った。中国の宇宙計画に打撃となり、月探査にも影響の可能性。
Companies mentioned：SpaceX、中国航天科技集团（CASC）
Executive Yuan announces new National Health Insurance rules take effect! Nationwide rollout begins 8/10; violators face heavy fines of up to NT$10 million—here’s a look at the latest rules
Taiwan's Executive Yuan will implement new rules for health insurance data starting Aug. 10. The rules give the public the right to opt out and impose fines of up to NT$10 million for misuse. The system was revised in response to a constitutional court ruling.
Han Kuang Exercise》“Lay down your weapons and surrender!” Fifth Theater conducts counter-airborne operation, deploying psychological warfare vehicles to undermine enemy resolve
Taiwan's Fifth Operational Area conducted an anti-airborne landing drill during the Han Kuang 42 exercise, using psychological warfare vehicles to broadcast surrender messages and undermine enemy morale. The realistic training is intended to strengthen defense capabilities.
Are Kaohsiung’s senior voters turning blue? Ko Chih-en’s support among voters aged 60 and older surpasses Lai Jui-lung’s; reasons behind the shift revealed
In the 2026 Kaohsiung mayoral election, Ko Chih-en has overtaken Lai Jui-lung in support among voters aged 60 and older. The main reasons are her “peace of mind for all ages” senior policy and her community outreach strategy.
Another toxic product for infants and toddlers! Heavy metals exceed limits in a “famous Japanese snack”; Taiwan FDA flags 13 noncompliant batches, full destruction list revealed
Taiwan's Food and Drug Administration rejected 13 imported food and utensil products for exceeding limits on heavy metals or mycotoxins. All were returned or destroyed, raising concerns about the safety of food for infants and young children.
Companies mentioned：裕毛屋企業股份有限公司、品那滋食品股份有限公司、登峰旅館股份有限公司、苔曙企業股份有限公司、寶興行銷管理顧問股份有限公司、興中環保科技股份有限公司
Kaohsiung race heats up! Lai Jui-lung leads in polls, but only narrowly? Kuo Cheng-liang says Ko Chih-en has a major edge: 2 big names have yet to truly enter the race
A 2026 Kaohsiung mayoral poll shows Lai Jui-lung leading Ko Chih-en by just 1.64%, a margin within the error range. Kuo Cheng-liang says Chen Chi-mai’s high approval rating has not translated into support for Lai, while major blue-camp figures have yet to mobilize, giving Ko an advantage.
Companies mentioned：鉅聞天下、風傳媒
Han Kuang Exercise》Hot refueling carried out during breaks in simulated enemy fire; Army Aviation 601st Brigade’s 3 helicopter types return to battle within 15 minutes
During Taiwan's Han Kuang 42 exercise, Army 601st Brigade demonstrated how it could use a lull in enemy fire to refuel 3 types of helicopters with hot refueling, carry out weapons maintenance within 15 minutes and return them to the battlefield. The demonstration tested tactical speed and survivability.
Power banks are actually “unpredictable bombs in the air”! Airlines explain why lithium batteries cannot be checked and must be carried onboard
After a series of fires involving lithium batteries in flight, the aviation industry is strongly recommending that passengers keep them in carry-on baggage. Crew training and international awareness campaigns are being stepped up as safety measures.
Companies mentioned：釜山航空、IATA、FAA、CAA
Economy Watch》U.S. July employment figures dismal! Job openings plunge by 23,000; economy may already be below a “healthy level”
U.S. employment fell by 23,000 in July, while labor shortages driven by an aging population are threatening the health of the economy. This is also a serious challenge for Taiwan.
Companies mentioned：Congressional Budget Office、ZeroHedge
Original火箭升空85秒炸成火球！中國長征7號改發射失利，事故瞬間畫面曝光
Original中国の長征7号改ロケットが発射85秒後に爆発し、中星4B衛星の打上げに失敗。2020年以来の重大事故で、信頼性に影響が出る可能性がある。
Jiufen and Tamsui lose out! Taiwan’s TOP 10 attractions revealed—the winner hailed by visitors as a fairyland and endorsed by CNN as a must-visit in a lifetime
Taiwan welcomed 8.57 million visitors in 2025, up 9.12% from the previous year. Sun Moon Lake took the top spot as the favorite attraction with 38.18% support, followed by Jiufen and the Pier-2 Art Center. The survey reflects the continued growth of Taiwan’s tourism appeal.