Trump says he will meet Kim Jong Un; experts say nuclear issues are unlikely to advance
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Facts
- Kim Jong Un has 57 powerful nuclear weapons
Companies mentioned：美國企業研究所（AEI）
2026-08-20 09:00–12:00 JST
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Taiwan | 中央社 CNA (continued)（30）
If inflation remains high, most Federal Reserve officials favor raising interest rates
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Facts
- Support an immediate rate hike of 25 basis points
- The long-term inflation target of 2%
Companies mentioned：美國聯邦準備理事會、聯邦公開市場委員會、川普
Good Morning World: President announces new 3rd category of combat unit allowance, with a monthly pay increase of NT$4,000
President Lai Ching-te announced a new allowance for military combat units. The report also covers developments in defense, technology, arts and culture, weather, financial markets and other areas of public life.
Facts
- An additional NT$4,000 in allowance each month
- At a cost of NT$247.22883 billion
- 31 to 32 degrees Celsius
- Around 33 to 35 degrees
- Fell 589.33 points
- Closed at 44,719.35 points
- Down 1.3%
- Trading value: NT$847.857 billion
- Broke through the psychological threshold of 32
- Closed at NT$31.937
- Original逾8成船舶
Companies mentioned：國防部、空軍、工研院、文化部、韓國藝術界、台股、Cerebras Systems、台積電、美國總統川普、共和黨、伊朗、美國、南韓軍方、華爾街日報、北韓、金正恩、亞太經濟合作會議
Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示（30）
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Securities) — 2nd period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社 has published its securities report for the 2nd period. The reporting period runs from November 21, 2025, to May 20, 2026.
Companies mentioned：アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 4th Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社 has published its securities report for the 4th period. The reporting period runs from November 21, 2025, to May 20, 2026.
Companies mentioned：アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Securities) — 7th period (2025/05/21–2026/05/20)
Amova Asset Management publishes its securities report for the 7th period. It discloses the investment trust’s financial and operating status and is important for investors’ decision-making.
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 19th Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社 filed its securities report for the 19th period, reporting on the investment trust’s operations and assets.
Companies mentioned：アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 23rd Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社 filed its securities report for the 23rd period.
Companies mentioned：アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社
Annual Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates)—24th fiscal year (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社 filed its securities report for the 24th period, reporting on operations from November 21, 2025, to May 20, 2026.
Companies mentioned：アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 25th Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社 filed its securities report for the 25th period, reporting on operations from November 21, 2025, to May 20, 2026.
Companies mentioned：アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Securities) — 2nd period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
Five Star Investment Trust filed a securities report for the period from November 21, 2025, to May 20, 2026. The filing is part of ensuring transparency for investment trusts and fulfilling legal obligations.
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 11th Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
Goldman Sachs Asset Management filed its securities report for the 11th period. It includes information on the investment trust’s operations and financial position and is important information for investors.
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 5th Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
ＳＢＩアセットマネジメント filed the 5th-period securities report for an investment trust, as part of its regular reporting obligations.
Companies mentioned：ＳＢＩアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 25th Period (2025/05/21–2026/05/20)
Nissay Asset Management published its securities report for the 25th period. The reporting period runs from May 21, 2025, to May 20, 2026.
Companies mentioned：ニッセイアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Securities) — 2nd period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
SBI Asset Management published its securities report for the 2nd period. The reporting period runs from November 21, 2025, to May 20, 2026.
Companies mentioned：ＳＢＩアセットマネジメント株式会社
Annual Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates)—33rd fiscal year (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Asset Management filed its securities report for the 33rd period, transparently disclosing the investment trust’s operating status and supporting investor decision-making.
Securities Report — 29th Period (2025/06/01–2026/05/31)
Create SD Holdings filed its securities report for the 29th period (2025/06/01–2026/05/31). This is an obligation for listed companies and is important for maintaining investor confidence.
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 40th Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
HSBC Asset Management published its securities report for the 40th period.
Companies mentioned：HSBCアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 5th Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
ＳＢＩアセットマネジメント published its securities report for the 5th period. It discloses operating results from November 21, 2025, to May 20, 2026.
Companies mentioned：ＳＢＩアセットマネジメント株式会社
Annual Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates)—5th fiscal year (2025/05/21–2026/05/20)
Resona Asset Management published its securities report for the 5th period. It discloses operating results from May 21, 2025, to May 20, 2026.
Companies mentioned：りそなアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 3rd Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
アセットマネジメントＯｎｅ株式会社 published its securities report for the 3rd period covering beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts, disclosing operating results from November 2025 to May 2026.
Companies mentioned：アセットマネジメントＯｎｅ株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 4th Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
アムンディ・ジャパン株式会社 published its securities report for the 4th period covering beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts, disclosing operating results from November 2025 to May 2026.
Companies mentioned：アムンディ・ジャパン株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 21st Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
Nissay Asset Management filed its securities report for the 21st period covering beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts.
Companies mentioned：ニッセイアセットマネジメント株式会社
Annual Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates)—33rd fiscal year (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
東京海上アセットマネジメント株式会社 published its securities report for the 33rd period. The reporting period runs from November 21, 2025, to May 20, 2026.
Companies mentioned：東京海上アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 5th Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
アセットマネジメントOne株式会社 published its securities report for the 5th period. The reporting period runs from November 21, 2025, to May 20, 2026.
Companies mentioned：アセットマネジメントOne株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 45th Period (2025/11/26–2026/05/25)
Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management published its securities report for the 45th period, disclosing the investment trust’s operating status.
Companies mentioned：三井住友ＤＳアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 34th Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
Tokio Marine Asset Management published its securities report for the 34th period, disclosing the investment trust’s operating status.
Companies mentioned：東京海上アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates) — 28th Period (2025/11/27–2026/05/26)
Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management published the Securities Report for the 28th Period of Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates.
Companies mentioned：三井住友ＤＳアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates) — 39th Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
Eastspring Investments published its 39th-period Securities Report. The reporting period runs from Nov. 21, 2025, to May 20, 2026.
Companies mentioned：イーストスプリング・インベストメンツ株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 5th Period (2025/11/21–2026/05/20)
SBI Asset Management published its 5th-period Securities Report. The reporting period runs from Nov. 21, 2025, to May 20, 2026.
Companies mentioned：SBIアセットマネジメント株式会社
Annual Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates)—2nd fiscal year (2025/05/21–2026/05/20)
Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Asset Management published its 2nd-period Securities Report. This is a regular disclosure concerning investment trust beneficiary certificates.
Companies mentioned：三井住友トラスト・アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates) — 52nd Period (2025/11/26–2026/05/25)
Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management published its 52nd-period Securities Report. This is a regular disclosure concerning investment trust beneficiary certificates.
Companies mentioned：三井住友DSアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates) — 13th Period (2025/05/22–2026/05/21)
Nomura Asset Management submitted a Securities Report concerning Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates for the 13th Period (2025/05/22–2026/05/21).
Companies mentioned：野村アセットマネジメント株式会社
Taiwan | 鉅亨網（20）
Original〈台股開盤〉量縮反攻4萬5、季線不帶勁 開高後翻黑挫近百點
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Companies mentioned：台積電(2330-TW)、聯發科(2454-TW)、台達電(2308-TW)、日月光投控(3711-TW)、台光電(2383-TW)、欣興(3037-TW)、南亞科(2408-TW)、華邦電(2344-TW)、愛普(6531-TW)、福懋科(8131-TW)、華東(8110-TW)、旺宏(2337-TW)、國巨(2327-TW)、華新科(2492-TW)、金山電(8042-TW)、大毅(2478-TW)、立隆電(2472-TW)、千如(3236-TW)、天二科技(6834-TW)
Panama government takes over 2 ports; latest statement from CK Hutchison: seeking $1.5 billion in damages
香港長江和記実業 has launched international arbitration over alleged violations of an investment protection treaty by バナマ政府, seeking more than US$1.5 billion in damages.
Companies mentioned：香港長江和記実業、バナマ政府
SK hynix spends 40 trillion won on share buybacks; stock surges 11%
SK Hynix announced a treasury share buyback and cancellation worth 40 trillion won, and said it plans to return more than 50% of its free cash flow over the next 3 years to shareholders. The move demonstrates its financial strength and is a strong positive for its share price.
Companies mentioned：三星電子、淡馬錫
Houthi blockade of Yanbu port prompts Saudi Arabia to resume 'dark' shipping through the Strait of Hormuz
Saudi Arabia has resumed crude oil exports via "dark shipping" through the Strait of Hormuz following the blockade of Yanbu Port on the Red Sea. Higher transportation costs and the sustainability of the approach remain challenges.
Companies mentioned：Saudi Aramco
FamilyMart responds to aging society with community-friendly co-living concept stores
全家 has joined forces with 鄰里123共生協會 to launch the 'FamilyMart Community Co-Living and Elder Care Program,' opening 20 community-friendly concept stores to meet the needs of a super-aged society. The move integrates convenience store resources into community care, giving it significant social value.
Companies mentioned：鄰里123共生協會
China's LPR quotations unchanged for the 15th consecutive month
China's 1-year and over-5-year loan prime rates (LPRs) have been left unchanged for 15 consecutive months. This signals stable monetary policy and a commitment to supporting a sustained economic recovery.
Companies mentioned：中国人民銀行、全国銀行間同業拆借中心
1/3 of Iran's imported goods are transshipped through Dubai! UAE export ban may be more severe than US naval blockade
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has suspended all trade and financial transactions with Iran. Iran has denied launching missiles, and tensions are rising. The move could have a greater economic impact than the U.S. naval blockade.
US government debt tops $40 trillion, more than 一倍 higher in 十 years
Originalアメリカ政府の債務が40兆ドルを超え、10年間で約2倍に膨張した。これは財政赤字の継続と金利上昇によるもので、経済全体にリスクをもたらしている。
Companies mentioned：CNBC、アメリカ財務省、連邦準備制度（Fed）
AAEON continues to secure major orders；order visibility extends through Q3 next year
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Companies mentioned：米国Tier 1半導体設備メーカー、日本大手コンビニチェーン
Amazon to expand drone deliveries, covering around 500 areas in the US by year-end
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Key US stock market news summary，August 20，2026
Google is deepening its AI chip partnership with Marvell, while 博通 shares have fallen. OpenAI is planning a 2027 listing. 米財政部 announced government bond buybacks, prompting a market reaction. These are key turning points in technology and policy.
Companies mentioned：Google、Marvell、博通、美光、OpenAI、ウォルマート、FRB、米財政部
Electric commercial vehicles take off！Global sales in 2025 rise 86% year over year，surpassing the 500，000-vehicle milestone；China captures nearly 9 tenths of the market
Global sales of electric trucks and buses surpassed 500，000 in 2025，up 86% year over year. China accounted for nearly 90% of the market，making it the main driver. The EU and India also recorded double-digit growth，but the electrification of heavy-duty trucks still faces challenges including range and charging infrastructure.
Companies mentioned：比亞迪、宇通客車、戴姆勒卡車、沃爾沃集團、現代汽車、福特汽車
iPhone 18 Pro cases go on sale early；Apple fans，don’t rush to order！
Cases for the unannounced iPhone 18 Pro have gone on sale at Best Buy and other retailers. They may actually be repurposed cases for the iPhone 17 Pro, so consumers should check compatibility.
Companies mentioned：Apple、OtterBox、Best Buy、Appleinsider、Bloomberg
1900→1300！Aviation fuel prices fall，so why are airfares still two-tenths higher than a year ago？What are airlines calculating？
Airfares remain 20% higher year over year despite a fall in jet fuel prices. Airlines have not passed on the decline in fuel prices, instead setting fares based on supply and demand.
Companies mentioned：波士頓顧問集團、Argus Media、阿拉斯加航空、亞洲航空、法國航空-荷航、國際航空運輸協會(IATA)、英國航母公司IAG、澳洲航空公司
Revenue bulletin — July revenue roundup for major Taiwan-listed companies on August 20，2026（9 companies added）
On Aug. 20, 2026, 242 Taiwanese companies with capital of 5 billion or more announced their July sales. 潤隆 led with a sharp annual increase of 3460.2%. The semiconductor and building materials industries also performed well.
Companies mentioned：潤隆、台汽電、南亜科、至上、華邦電、聯華、國建、遠雄、國際中橡、皇普、鼎固-KY、慧洋-KY、臻鼎-KY、中租-KY、台灣高鐵
Trump announces “most destructive ever” economic war against Iran
Former U.S. President Donald Trump declared a "largest economic war in history" against Iran on social media. He aims to isolate the country completely in finance, trade and energy, and warned countries that support it of sanctions. The remarks signal a hard-line stance ahead of a possible return to office.
29 states take on Meta；Day 2 of child safety case opens with former executive turning on Zuckerberg： “Growth first，child safety pushed back”
29 U.S. states have sued Meta, and former executive Arturo Bejar testified that under Zuckerberg's leadership, growth was prioritized over child safety. The case could have major repercussions for the social media industry.
Trump unhappy that the Fed still has not cut rates，says the US should be paying lower interest
Former President Donald Trump voiced frustration over the Federal Reserve's decision not to cut interest rates. He argued that rates should be lowered even with strong economic data, prompting questions about his political motives. He also criticized high U.S. interest rates for increasing the country's fiscal burden.
Companies mentioned：Federal Reserve、US Treasury
US debt nears $40 trillion！美銀’s Hartnett reveals current “investment strategy”
With U.S. government debt nearing US$40 trillion, 美銀's Hartnett recommends investing in gold and AI and moving away from the dollar and bonds. Large-scale lending to AI companies is affecting the bond market, while elections and interest rate policy are expected to be key factors shaping market trends.
Companies mentioned：美銀、野村
Samsung raises foundry prices；Taiwan customers face increases of up to 10%，US and Chinese customers up to 15%
Amid strong AI demand，Samsung raised prices for advanced-node processes in July 2024，increasing prices by 5-10% for Taiwan customers and up to 15% for US and Chinese customers. The move reflects tight capacity and the reshaping of geopolitical supply chains，with major implications for the semiconductor industry.
Companies mentioned：三星電子、台積電、高通、百度、特斯拉、蘋果、博通、輝達
Taiwan | 風傳媒（13）
The dark details Frozen left out！In Andersen’s original tale，“mirror shards pierce the eyes and heart，” turning a good child cold-blooded in an instant
Originalディズニーの「アナと雪の女王」の原作者であるアンデルセンの童話「雪の女王」の暗黒設定が分析され、魔鏡の破片が心臓や目を刺し、善良な人を冷酷に変えるという恐怖設定が紹介された。
Companies mentioned：ディズニー、アンデルセン研究センター
Retirement pensions for public servants are going up！Monthly pensions for military personnel，civil servants and teachers rise，along with a 4% pay increase；next year’s budget approved with “1 group getting an extra 4000 a month”
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Should lightweight raincoats go in the trash or recycling？Environmental bureau announces the right way to dispose of them；get it wrong and face a 6000 fine！
A Taiwanese user was fined NT$6,000 after throwing a torn disposable raincoat away as general waste. The environmental bureau has published sorting guidelines based on material and urged the public to dispose of such items properly.
International perspective：The unexpected craze for “rough” animation；what is behind the buzz around 牛來？
The low-budget Chinese animated film 牛來 has become a social media hit despite its rough production, winning audience sympathy and earning more than 25 million yuan at the box office. The director's 5 years of effort alongside their mother have drawn praise.
You may not qualify at 65！2026 Double Ninth Festival senior-citizen gifts across Taiwan’s 22 counties and cities：up to 50000 per person；eligibility and amounts at a glance
Ahead of the 2026 Double Ninth Festival, 22 counties and cities in Taiwan announced senior citizens' festival allowances. Those aged 65 and older, or 55 and older for Indigenous people, are eligible for payments of up to NT$50,000. Benefits vary by region, fueling demand for AI-assisted policy comparisons.
Must the three offerings for Ghost Festival worship be chicken，pork and fish？How should the chicken head and fish tail be arranged？Many people have been getting it wrong for years
An explanation of the proper arrangement and types of the 三牲 offerings for the Zhongyuan Pudu notes regional differences based on ancestral origins. It cites the views of government agencies and temples and includes food safety reminders, emphasizing the importance of both cultural customs and modern considerations.
Weather forecast／Temperatures fall and rain moves in！Saudel could strengthen into a severe typhoon，bringing 5 straight days of thunderstorms across Taiwan；this week’s forecast
The Central Weather Administration issued heavy rain advisories for 5 counties and cities in Taiwan as a low-pressure system brings unstable weather. Typhoon Saudel，the 18th storm of the season，is strengthening and could become a severe typhoon；its impact on Taiwan remains to be seen.
Why does Nike’s swoosh look like that？One of the world’s most famous logos，and its original design fee was not as high as you might think
Nike's iconic Swoosh logo was designed in 1971 by student designer Carolyn Davidson for $35. The founders initially did not like it, but its simple design conveying speed won recognition, and it has grown into a global brand icon over more than half a century.
Companies mentioned：Adidas
Standing in the light！00877 shrugs off the ban；a complete guide to positioning for optical communications at a sweet-spot price
As the U.S. FCC considers banning imports of Chinese-made optical communications modules, Chinese optical communications companies are creating investment opportunities by leveraging their technological advantages and market share. The "00877 (復華中國5G)" ETF is drawing particular attention, with growth expected in the optical communications industry.
Companies mentioned：FCC、Lumentum、Coherent、中際旭創、新易盛、復華中國5G
Original陳幸妤贈與趙建銘6千萬房產！離婚後「要不回還要繳房貸」，律師教2招保命
After 陳幸妤 and 趙建銘 divorced，the gifted property worth NT$60 million could not be recovered，and mortgage payments remained an obligation，raising concerns about property protection. A lawyer recommends a supplemental agreement and a notice of registration to strengthen legal protection for gifts made during marriage.
Original孫儷丁禹兮都輸了！2026陸劇最強「劇拋臉」演員TOP6冠軍是他：換一部戲像換一張臉、網友看演員表才認出
A “chameleon actor” trend has emerged in Chinese dramas in 2026，with Zhou Keyu taking the top spot for Blazing Summer and demonstrating an exceptional ability to transform between roles. Viewers were amazed by his complete transformation.
Behind the scenes》The prosecutor Ko Wen-je hates most returns with a knife！The DPP gears up for the 2026 election，and the “ghost-fearing” enforcer is deployed too
Ahead of Taiwan's 2026 local elections, prosecutors and the Investigation Bureau have strengthened their investigative framework over concerns about Chinese interference. The Democratic Progressive Party has mobilized law enforcement agencies and stepped up election preparations.
Commentary：Taiwan’s political situation has no “structural dilemma”，only a “Lai-Cho dilemma”
Taiwan's Legislative Yuan and Executive Yuan are at odds over budgets and legislation. The clash between Han Kuo-yu and Cho Jung-tai is emblematic of the dispute, with some arguing that the problem lies with individual leaders rather than the system.
Taiwan | 照護線上（1）
Why are cancer patients becoming increasingly frail? How does “cachexia” silently erode your bones?
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Taiwan | Heho健康（1）
10 Recommended Probiotics for 2026: 6 Key Principles for Choosing the Right Probiotic Brand - Heho Health
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Facts
- Top 10 Probiotic Brands
Companies mentioned：善存、VITABOX®