Far EasTone's iPhone 18 Pro and Duo plans revealed! Pro for as little as NT$0, Duo from NT$26,300; a look at presale deals from the 3 major telecom carriers, PChome and Taipei Fubon Bank
Get your ID card ready! A particular “1” gets you a free steak, 2 characters in your name earn you a seafood platter, and all-you-can-eat dining is at 5折: a look at restaurant deals across Taiwan this September
Can countersignature powers check the president? 卓榮泰: “Then the premier would be replaced tomorrow”; 8 bills can no longer be countersigned
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Taiwan’s Executive Yuan has declined to countersign 8 bills, and a constitutional dispute is ongoing. Premier Cho Jung-tai argued that refusing to countersign does not constrain the president, who has the power to appoint the premier and can simply replace him.
Spent NT$280 million pampering a livestreamer? “Xiamen 林志玲” rents out a venue for a thank-you banquet; the background of 迅猛龍特蕾莎's superfan comes to light
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Chinese Douyin influencer “迅猛龍特蕾莎” held a thank-you event for “可樂,” a devoted fan who helped raise 3 accounts to the highest level over 5 years. The total amount of virtual gifts is estimated at about 280 million yen, drawing attention to the authenticity and background of their relationship.
Why were people with this disease sent away to be “isolated for life”? More than 100 people in Taiwan were once confined in the same hospital complex
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The history of people with Hansen’s disease being confined for long periods at Taiwan’s Lo-Sheng Sanatorium is being revisited. The government apologized in 2009 and provided compensation for human rights violations.
Store water now! 9 counties and cities face major outages tomorrow, with water cut off for up to 14 hours from morning to night; check your home's outage area with one click
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Scheduled water outages will affect 9 counties and cities in Taiwan on September 11, with some areas facing outages of up to 14 hours. Taiwan Water Corporation urged people to prepare in advance; residents should store water and cut power to pumps.
How do you make tomato and egg stir-fry taste great? Insiders add 1 ingredient just before taking it off the heat for an instant boost in aroma and flavor—juicy and tender, better than a restaurant's
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Cooking techniques and secret ingredients for making tomato and egg stir-fry even tastier are being introduced, drawing attention for their ability to help home cooks recreate a restaurant-quality flavor.
Audit Department says Kaohsiung has Taiwan's worst illegal dumping problem; 柯志恩 proposes 4 measures: “We cannot afford to be number one in this”
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In response to the Audit Department's disclosure that Kaohsiung has the most illegal dumping sites in Taiwan, KMT Kaohsiung mayoral candidate 柯志恩 proposed 4 major measures. She stressed zero tolerance for environmental violations to prevent residents from bearing the costs of pollution and cleanup.
Former Digital Affairs Minister 黃彥男 takes helm of venture capital association, unveils 3 major goals
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The 中華民國創業投資商業同業公會 today elected former Digital Affairs Minister 黃彥男 as its tenth chairperson. He outlined 3 major development goals to strengthen Taiwan's venture capital industry's competitiveness.
Will North Korea's fourth generation be led by the young princess? South Korea's NIS says 金主愛's position is now unshakable
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South Korea's National Intelligence Service analysis says North Korean leader 金正恩's daughter 金主愛 is systematically taking part in military activities and has a firm position, making her a potential future successor. Even if reports of an older brother are true, he is not in a position to succeed.
Could 國巨's share price be cut in half again? Expert warns to “watch for the signal of good news failing to lift the stock”: it could retest the 200-yuan range
小薰 says she endured 20 years before revealing she was ostracized by 《黑澀會》! Became a target after filming 《18禁不禁》; everyone scattered when she entered the studio
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黑Girl member 小薰 revealed on a podcast that she was ostracized by her group after making her acting debut in 《18禁不禁》, with everyone scattering when she entered the studio. Her account has revived past tensions and drawn public attention to relationships among the show's members.
Did 習近平 send 川普 a “parting gift” before visiting the US? Reuters: China made a major purchase of 1 million tons of US soybeans this week
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China bought about 1 million tons of U.S. soybeans ahead of President Xi Jinping’s visit to the United States. The move is seen as an effort to improve trade relations and a step toward the annual purchase target of 25 million tons.
From US Treasuries and the yen to oil prices, he wants to control it all! Why do investors seem unfazed by “market mover” 貝森特's frequent tough talk?
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent has issued a warning to markets, but Treasury yields and oil prices have moved in the opposite direction. Against the backdrop of budget deficits and the situation in the Middle East, the limits of policy statements’ influence have become apparent.
Adorable in a big way! 陳亭妃 promotes 9 “No. 1 妃妃 Teddy Bear” items to win the Tainan mayoralty and sweep the council races
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Tainan mayoral candidate 陳亭妃 has launched 9 cute campaign items, including the “No. 1 妃妃 Teddy Bear,” combining policy with an emotional connection to generate buzz for the 2026 election. The move showcases her unconventional political marketing strategy, with the goal of becoming Tainan's first female mayor.
Surfing showdown at Jialeshui! Asia's top surfers battle for points, with 瑞瑪席丹 lending her support
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The Asian Surfing Federation's points series will be held at Jialeshui in Pingtung, Taiwan, in 2026, attracting top surfers from Taiwan and abroad. 瑞瑪席丹 will serve as the event ambassador, promoting local tourism and ocean sports.
裕慶-KY's revenue has remained at a low level for 2 straight months; company says demand is still strong and shipments will accelerate in September
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Yu Ching-KY’s revenue in August 2026 fell 31.15% year over year, but the company expects shipments to accelerate from September on store expansion plans by major North American retailers and growing demand for commercial display racks. It is pursuing the development of higher-value-added products to meet the smart retail trend.
Elon Musk: AI and robots will double the global economy in less than a decade; Anthropic's economic forecast will come true under “this scenario”
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Elon Musk predicts that AI and robotics will double the global economy within a decade, citing Anthropic's economic scenario where AI surpasses human productivity in knowledge work. This could lead to significant economic growth but also job displacement.
Foreign investors turn net sellers by NT$38.3 billion in a “pairs trade”: buying AUO and Nanya, dumping Innolux and Fusheng
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Foreign investors made selective trades in individual stocks within the same sectors on Taiwan’s stock market, increasing holdings in AUO and Nanya while selling Innolux and Fuchi. The broader market fell, with foreign selling in particular standing out.
Can bulls withstand rate-hike expectations and high interest rates? 鉅亨買基金: AI is not cooling, so investors can “build positions gradually”
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Cnyes Fund Analysis said that despite continued U.S. rate hikes and a high-interest-rate environment, momentum in AI investment remains strong. It recommended that investors use a staggered investment strategy to continue participating in the long-term growth potential of Taiwan and U.S. stocks and technology funds.
Revenue update - StarLux Airlines (2646) August revenue reaches NT$5.579 billion, up 47.79% year on year
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StarLux Airlines reported August 2026 revenue of NT$5.579 billion, up 47.79% year on year, reflecting strong demand for air travel. The corporate financial results announcement is an important reference for investors and industry observers.
Revenue update - China Airlines (2610) August revenue reaches NT$21.948 billion, up 27.22% year on year
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China Airlines reported August 2026 revenue of NT$21.948 billion, up 27.22% year on year, signaling a continued recovery in the aviation industry. The growth reflects strong passenger and cargo demand and is an important indicator for investors.
Revenue update - MediaTek (2454) August revenue reaches NT$64.183 billion, up 44.08% year on year
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MediaTek's August 2026 revenue reached NT$64.183 billion, up 44.08% year on year, reflecting strong market demand. The growth points to a recovery in the semiconductor industry and is an important indicator for investors.
Tengshi IPO application approved by the OTC; January-August revenue reaches NT$602 million, up 10.61% year on year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Tengshi’s IPO application was approved by the OTC market. Revenue for January-August 2026 totaled 602 million yuan, up 10.61% year over year. Its e-commerce strategy using AI is driving growth.
Ruiba's semiconductor equipment wins orders as it moves to capture advanced packaging opportunities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Ruiba Technology has received an order for semiconductor inspection equipment from a leading Taiwanese manufacturer. To meet demand for expanded advanced packaging capacity, it will launch second-generation automated equipment next year with enhanced AI analytics capabilities.
Taiwan Cement's August revenue rose 10.6% year on year to a record for the same period, mainly on growth in overseas cement and energy storage projects. Asia Cement rose 3.5% month on month but fell year on year. The 2 cement makers' results reflect diverging market conditions and differing transition strategies.
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MediaTek August revenue hits a record NT$64.2 billion, up 44% year on year
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MediaTek's August revenue hit a record, up 44% year on year, supported by steady AI and flagship smartphone businesses. NVIDIA's US$3.5 billion investment will strengthen cooperation, which is expanding into the AI Factory field.
Research firm: iPhone Duo could capture nearly 25% of the market this year; Apple's first foldable phone will spur supply-chain upgrades
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Apple's first foldable phone, iPhone Duo, is expected to reach a 24.8% market share in 2026, second only to Samsung. The move will drive supply-chain upgrades and reshape the market.
Trump again threatens a 200% tariff on Taiwan's chips; Cabinet says it will continue to respond through 'G to G' negotiations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Former U.S. President Donald Trump said tariffs of up to 200% could be imposed on Taiwan’s semiconductor exports, and Taiwan’s government said it would respond through government-to-government talks. With the stability of the semiconductor supply chain at stake, technological advantages will be key to protecting it.
Pegatron's August revenue rose more than 34% year on year, driven mainly by servers, communications and automotive products. A client's new phone will make a significant contribution to revenue starting in the fourth quarter, and the server business could grow more than 10 times for the full year.
Revenue update - Ruentex Development (9945) August revenue reaches NT$3.463 billion, up 37.99% year on year
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Ruentex Development reported August 2026 revenue of NT$3.463 billion, up 37.99% year on year, indicating continued expansion in its real estate business. The growth reflects steady market demand and is a positive sign for investors.
Bicycle maker Giant Manufacturing August revenue reaches NT$5.186 billion, up 3.21% year on year
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Giant Manufacturing reported August 2026 revenue of NT$5.186 billion, up 3.21% year on year, mainly on strong demand for its own brands in China and Europe. The U.S. market was weighed down by WRO and geopolitical risks, while OEM business also declined.
Trump threatens a heavy new chip tariff? Kung Ming-hsin floats a 2.5-times duty-free quota as protection, details Taiwan-U.S. supply-chain plans
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Economy Minister Kung Ming-hsin announced that a tax-exempt quota of up to 2.5 times would apply to investments by Taiwanese companies in the United States. The measure is a response to Trump’s remarks on semiconductor tariffs and underscores the importance of stabilizing Taiwan-U.S. supply chains.
Taiwan market close | Weighted index retreats 242 points in volatile trading, falls below 47,000; foreign investors sell NT$50 billion across the market as passive components surge against the trend
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The Taiwan Stock Exchange weighted index fell 242 points to 46,940. Foreign investors were net sellers of NT$50 billion, while passive components surged against the trend on AI and automotive demand. This presents structural opportunities amid short-term market volatility.
Seize opportunities amid low-volume shakeouts and panic: 世芯、上詮、華新科、建榮
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Taiwan’s stock market is in a correction phase, but strong AI demand and exports are keeping the medium-term uptrend intact. Geopolitical risks and rising oil prices are potential sources of short-term volatility.
Shares surge 40%! Li Ka-shing-backed HUTCHMED grants preclinical license to UK pharma giant GSK, with potential deal value of US$1.295 billion
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Li Ka-shing-backed HUTCHMED has licensed its preclinical candidate HMPL-A830 to the UK's GSK in a deal with potential value of US$1.295 billion, marking a new phase in the expansion of China's innovative drug technology overseas.
Revenue update - Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing (6770) August revenue reaches NT$7.009 billion, up 76.19% year on year
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Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing reported August 2026 revenue of NT$7.009 billion, up 76.19% year on year, reflecting strong growth in its semiconductor business. The increase points to robust demand for specialty ICs and silicon intellectual property services and is an important indicator for Taiwan's semiconductor industry.
Revenue update - Capital Securities (6005) August revenue reaches NT$3.031 billion, up 45.35% year on year
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Capital Securities (6005-TW) reported August 2026 revenue of NT$3.031 billion, up 45.35% year on year, with cumulative revenue for the first 8 months up nearly 100% year on year. The growth reflects active market trading and business expansion and is an important indicator for the financial industry.
Revenue update - Pegatron (4938) August revenue reaches NT$88.305 billion, up 34.11% year on year
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Pegatron reported August 2026 revenue of NT$88.305 billion, up 34.11% year on year, reflecting strong business growth. The financial results demonstrate its competitiveness in electronics manufacturing and are an important indicator for investors.
Revenue update - WPG Holdings (3702) August revenue reaches NT$142.238 billion, up 80.46% year on year
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WPG Holdings reported August 2026 revenue of NT$142.238 billion, up 80.46% year on year, reflecting strong demand in electronic distribution and widespread confidence in its growth momentum.
Revenue update - Ding Gu-KY (2923) August revenue reaches NT$773 million, up 218.99% year on year
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鼎固-KY (2923) reported revenue of NT$773 million in August 2026, up 218.99% year on year, underscoring strong demand in the real estate market. The growth reflects greater momentum in its development business and is a key indicator for investors.
Revenue flash: Uni-President Securities (2855) August revenue hits NT$3.758 billion, up 109.88% year on year
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Uni-President Securities reported revenue of NT$3.758 billion in August 2026, up 109.88% year on year, signaling rapid business expansion. Its shares outperformed the industry, while investment trusts were active net buyers, reflecting market confidence.
Revenue flash: 中工 (2515) August revenue hits NT$1.753 billion, up 28.84% year on year
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Chung Kwang Steel (2515-TW) posted revenue of NT$1.753 billion in August 2026, up 28.84% year over year. Revenue for the first 8 months totaled NT$16.263 billion, maintaining solid performance in the construction industry.
Revenue flash: TSMC (2330) August revenue reaches NT$514.805 billion, up 53.32% year on year
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TSMC reported revenue of NT$514.805 billion in August 2026, up 53.32% year on year, reflecting strong demand for AI and high-performance computing and serving as a key indicator for the global semiconductor supply chain.
Revenue flash: Taiwan Glass (1802) August revenue reaches NT$4.592 billion, up 32.59% year on year
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Taiwan Glass reported revenue of NT$4.592 billion in August 2026, up 32.59% year on year, signaling strong growth momentum in the glass and ceramics industry and sending a positive signal to the market.
AI is not just semiconductors! 富達揭 says electrification and Asian currencies are deeply undervalued; Bank of Japan rate hike makes bank stocks its top pick
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富達國際 said Asia is shifting from export-led to investment-driven growth. AI, electrification and undervalued Asian currencies present major investment opportunities, with the firm particularly optimistic about North Asian supply chains and Japanese bank stocks.
憶聲電子 August revenue reaches NT$76.4 million; some shipments affected by vessel delays, while core businesses make steady progress
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憶聲電子 reported revenue of NT$76.4 million in August 2026, down 44% year on year, as vessel delays postponed some shipments. Its core businesses continue to make steady progress, and performance in the second half is expected to surpass the first half.
Taiwan dollar: Stronger demand for foreign currency drives it down 4.3 fen to close at 31.548
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The New Taiwan dollar fell 4.3 cents to close at 31.548 per U.S. dollar. Strong AI-related exports provided support, but corporate demand for foreign currency and uncertainty over the Federal Reserve’s outlook weighed on the exchange rate.
Tatung recorded revenue of NT$4.383 billion in August, down 11.49% year over year. Meanwhile, it established a subsidiary in Australia and is making a full-scale entry into solar power and energy storage project development. The move marks a strategic expansion into emerging markets.
Bessent could become the biggest threat to the US stock bull market! Yen and Treasuries squeeze bulls
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent’s market intervention backfired, as Treasury yields rose and the yen strengthened. This has become a major risk factor for the U.S. stock market’s 4-year run of gains.
Hong Kong stocks after the close: Hang Seng falls for a fourth straight session, breaks below the 25000-point level to hit a six-week low
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Hong Kong's three major indexes fell for four consecutive days, with the Hang Seng Index dropping below the 25000-point level to hit a six-week low. Tech stocks led the declines, mainly amid rising US-Iran tensions and higher international oil prices, which weighed on investor sentiment. Trading volume shrank and foreign investors continued to withdraw, raising the risk of further declines in the near term.
Taiwanese server maker AIC achieved cumulative revenue of NT$23.01 billion for January-August, up 60.6% year over year. NVIDIA’s B300/GB300 products are expected to drive growth in the second half.
China Steel August revenue rises nearly 13% year on year as recovering global steel prices create an opportunity for downstream restocking
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China Steel's August revenue rose nearly 13% year on year to NT$27.948 billion, as recovering global steel prices and rising coal prices fueled restocking demand, although weather affected shipping efficiency.
黃彥男 elected chair of the venture capital association, to continue connecting capital, innovation and international markets
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Taiwan Venture Capital Association elected Huang Yen-nan as its new chairman. It aims to strengthen ties among capital, innovation and international markets, and will promote policy proposals and international cooperation.
Mainland China stocks after the close: Both markets trade in a narrow range in the afternoon; all three major indexes end lower
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China’s major A-share indexes ended lower on the 10th. Trading volume also fell from the previous day, as cautious sentiment continued in the market. Brokerages are recommending AI and resources as investment themes going forward.
Shoe manufacturer 中傑-KY continues to focus expansion on Indonesia and India; gross margin expected to improve in 2027
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
中傑-KY said its expansion will focus on Indonesia and India, while it adjusts its strategy to prioritize higher-margin products, with gross margin expected to improve in 2027. The move reflects its efforts to strengthen global supply chain competitiveness and shift toward long-term profitability.
Japan at the center of the global bond market quake! Yields break above 3%, threatening a stock market rout and cooling AI investment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Japan's 10-year government bond yield has topped 3% for the first time in 30 years. 野村研究所 said domestic fiscal risks are the main driver, potentially pushing up global interest rates and roiling stock markets, with AI investment particularly exposed.
10-year, NT$300 billion chip initiative: Premier calls for stronger semiconductor hardware and software capabilities, investment in key silicon photonics and quantum technologies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Taiwan government plans to invest 300 billion yen over 10 years, from 2024 to 2033, to strengthen semiconductor technologies in both hardware and software. The premier instructed the National Science and Technology Council and the Ministry of Economic Affairs to work together.