Crowds surge ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival and Teachers’ Day holiday; Taiwan High Speed Rail urges passengers to keep boarding and alighting routes clear.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Taiwan High Speed Rail carried a record 348,000 passengers yesterday.
Southbound traffic topped 200,000 for the first time.
A total of 176 additional train services will run over the 6 days.
【聯嘉投控】Invited to attend an investor conference hosted by 德信綜合證券.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
聯嘉投控 will attend an investor conference hosted by 德信綜合證券 on 115年9月29日 to brief investors on its financial and operating conditions. This is a routine investor communication event that helps improve information transparency.
【台新新光金】Announcement by the Company on behalf of subsidiary 新光人壽 regarding a penalty imposed by the Financial Supervisory Commission
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
Shin Kong Life, a subsidiary of Taishin Shin Kong Financial Holding, was fined 2.4 million yen by the Financial Supervisory Commission for violating foreign currency reserve rules. The company has already completed corrective measures and is considering further improvements.
[保瑞] Announcement by major subsidiary 保盛藥業股份有限公司 of the disposal of real estate (supplementary explanation to the announcement of September 7, 115)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
保瑞 announced that its subsidiary 保盛藥業 would dispose of real estate in Zhongli, Taoyuan, for a total of NT$850 million, with an expected gain of NT$114 million. The move aims to put assets to better use and improve capital efficiency, with positive implications for the company’s financial structure.
[中石化] Announcement of the board resolution by major subsidiary 鼎越開發 to conduct a cash capital increase and issue new shares
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
中石化 subsidiary 鼎越開發 announced a cash capital increase of NT$500 million, issuing 50 million shares to repay debt and strengthen operations. The move signals the company’s intention to restructure its finances and expand, and has positive implications for investors.
【菱光】The company is invited to attend an online investor conference hosted by 中國信託綜合證券
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
菱光 (8249) will participate in an online investor conference hosted by China Trust Securities on September 29, 115, to discuss its operating status. This is a routine investor relations event and complies with Article 12 of the Taiwan Stock Exchange’s material information disclosure rules.
【芯鼎】Announcement of a change in the company's chairman
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
芯鼎科技 announced that Lin Che-wei will succeed Luo Sen-zhou as chairperson. The personnel change takes effect on September 24, 2026, as part of a routine board-level adjustment, and carries significance for corporate governance.
【日盛台駿】Announcement that the board has lifted the restriction on managers' engaging in competing businesses
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
Jih Sun Taiwan Finance (6958) said its board had approved General Manager 楊恢禹 serving concurrently as a director of another company. The decision lifts the restriction on competing activities, and the company said it would have no financial or operational impact.
[日盛台駿] Announcement by major subsidiary 日盛台駿國際融資租賃有限公司 of a change in the representative of its corporate director
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
The corporate director representative at a subsidiary of Jih Sun Taiwan Finance has changed from 庄明哲 to 王淑芬. The change takes effect on Sept. 24, 2026, and is seen as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the management structure.
Companies mentioned：Samoa Jih Sun International Leasing & Finance Co., Ltd.
【日盛台駿】Announcement that the board approved lifting the restriction on managers' engaging in competing businesses
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
Jih Sun Taiwan Finance (6958) said its board had approved 邵正明, head of risk management, serving concurrently as a director of another company. The waiver of the non-compete restriction is limited to his term of employment and will have no financial impact.
[日盛台駿] Announcement by major subsidiary 日盛台駿國際融資租賃有限公司 of a change in a key operating executive
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
A personnel change for the general manager of a key subsidiary of Jih Sun Taiwan Finance was announced. 荘明哲 is leaving the post, and 楊恢禹 will take over on Oct. 1, ensuring continuity in management.
[愛山林] Announcement by subsidiary 祝旺開發股份有限公司 of a loan reaching the disclosure thresholds under Article 22, Paragraph 1, Subparagraphs 2 and 3 of the Regulations Governing Loaning of Funds and Endorsements and Guarantees by Public Companies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
A subsidiary of Kindom Development provided an additional 200 million yen loan to an affiliated company. The transaction was announced because it exceeded the regulatory threshold for publicly issued companies, triggering a disclosure requirement. The move comes amid intragroup financial support in the real estate industry.
[愛山林] Announcement by subsidiary 祝旺開發股份有限公司 of a loan reaching the disclosure thresholds under Article 22, Paragraph 1, Subparagraphs 2 and 3 of the Regulations Governing Loaning of Funds and Endorsements and Guarantees by Public Companies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
A subsidiary of Kindom Development provided an additional 200 million yen loan to an affiliated company, bringing the cumulative lending total to 1.5 billion yen. The transaction was announced because it exceeded the financial regulatory threshold. The focus is on the unsecured loan to a company with accumulated losses.
【日盛台駿】The Company announces, as required by regulations, a new endorsement/guarantee amount of at least New Taiwan dollars 三千萬元 and at least 百分之五 of net worth in the most recent financial statements.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
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New Taiwan dollars 三千萬元
Limit for endorsements/guarantees (thousand NTD): 84,374,008
Balance of endorsements and guarantees before this transaction (thousand yuan): 14,395,922
Amount of endorsements and guarantees newly added in this transaction (thousand yuan): 52,580
Balance of endorsements and guarantees as of the date of occurrence (thousand yuan): 14,448,502
Amount actually drawn by the company receiving the endorsement or guarantee (thousand yuan): 10,802,388
Balance of endorsements and guarantees as of the date of occurrence (thousand yuan): 22,629,049
Balance of endorsements and guarantees as a proportion of the public company’s latest financial statements’ net
[日盛台駿] The company’s newly added endorsements and guarantees exceeded NT$30 million and reached at least 5% of net worth in the latest financial statements; the announcement is made as required.
[日盛台駿] The company’s newly added endorsements and guarantees exceeded NT$30 million and reached at least 5% of net worth in the latest financial statements; the announcement is made as required.
[中信金] Announcement by Taiwan Life Insurance of approval to invest in American Industrial Partners Capital Fund IX, L.P.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
Taiwan Life Insurance, under 中信金, announced approval to invest up to US$30 million in the U.S. private equity fund American Industrial Partners Capital Fund IX, L.P. The move involves deploying life insurance funds in compliance with insurance regulations and reflects its international asset allocation strategy.
Companies mentioned：American Industrial Partners Capital Fund IX, L.P.、AIPCF IX, LLC
[中信金] Announcement by Taiwan Life Insurance of approval to invest in Oak Hill Capital Partners VII (Offshore), L.P.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
Taiwan Life Insurance, under 中信金, received approval to invest up to US$20 million in the U.S. private equity fund Oak Hill Capital Partners VII, as part of diversifying its insurance fund investments and a long-term asset allocation strategy.
Companies mentioned：Oak Hill Capital Partners、OHCP GenPar VII, L.P.
【中信金】Announcement, on behalf of subsidiary 中國信託商業銀行, of the transfer of credit assets
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
中信金, through its subsidiary 中國信託商業銀行, transferred financial claims worth A$29.62 million to 元大商業銀行 to optimize its asset structure. The move reflects an adjustment to its asset management strategy.
【虹堡】Announcement of a change in the company's head of finance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
虹堡 (5258) announced a change in its finance chief, with 廖于靚 succeeding 洪允中. The change takes effect on September 24, 115, in response to an adjustment of duties. This is a routine senior management change and does not involve a major operational crisis.
[東森] Announcement of matters related to the record date for subscription to new shares issued through a cash capital increase (supplementary announcement on the issue price per share and the institutions handling subscription payments and safekeeping of funds)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
Eastern Media International (2614) will raise 1.25 billion yen through a cash capital increase and use the proceeds to repay bank loans. The issue price is NT$12.8 per share, with priority allocation to existing shareholders and a public offering of unsubscribed shares.
[鴻海] Announcement by subsidiary HCM International Company of the board’s resolution to plan the disposal of shares in FigureTechnology Solutions, Inc.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
A subsidiary of Hon Hai announced that it would sell about 2.63 million shares of Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. The move is part of a restructuring of its investment portfolio and will have only a minor financial impact.
Companies mentioned：Figure Technology Solutions, Inc.、HCM International Company
Top news today (09/25)! Winning number for the NT$10 million invoice prize revealed / Theme park ID discounts arrive, with free admission details / Typhoon makes a major turn: a look at its impact on Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's 風伝媒 published a roundup of news on a wide range of topics, including Uniform Invoice lottery results, theme park deals during the Mid-Autumn holiday, typhoon developments, traditional Mid-Autumn Festival customs, pesticide inspection results, political events and a China-U.S. summit.
July-August 115 unified invoice lottery results are out! Expanded to 4.35 million sets, the Ministry of Finance warns: “If you fail to take 2 steps, your NT$10 million prize could be forfeited”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The winning numbers for the July-August 2026 Uniform Invoice lottery were announced, and the Ministry of Finance urged people to set up automatic transfers and link their invoices to their accounts. Failure to do so could result in forfeiture of large prizes, making public awareness important.
Xi Jinping urges Trump to “handle the Taiwan issue cautiously”; Lin Chia-lung: Taiwan-U.S. ties are multifaceted, sustained and solid
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the United States to handle the Taiwan issue cautiously and opposed “Taiwan independence” during a meeting with U.S. President Trump. Taiwan Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung emphasized that Taiwan-U.S. relations are solid and multifaceted. The meeting drew regional diplomatic attention.
High-speed rail sets single-day record with 348,000 passengers! A must-read for holiday travel home: 85 intercity highway bus routes at 6-tenths fare and how to claim TPASS rewards
Wall Street Journal: AI has conquered the toughest math problems. Why can’t it crack chess?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
While AI is solving difficult math problems, chess has yet to be fully solved. The reason is that the number of possibilities is so vast that it exceeds the number of atoms in the universe. AI complements human strategy and encourages creativity.
Tian Xiwei and Dilraba Dilmurat lose out! Top 10 most beautiful actresses in Chinese period dramas: she takes the crown, with celestial beauty, strong screen presence and guaranteed ratings
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
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Estimated total views exceed 3.4 billion
Bookings across both platforms surpass 3.3 million
劉亦菲 has been in the industry for many years and is still often included in discussions of “stunning beauty.” This time, she took No. 4 in an online poll.
Who is ahead, Li Sichuan or Su Qiaohui? Shen Zhengnan breaks down 3 factors in the New Taipei poll and predicts “this person” has the edge
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
風傳媒 released a poll for the New Taipei mayoral race, with Su Qiaohui narrowly leading Li Sichuan, 38.2% to 37.1%. But analysts say Li Sichuan still has the advantage because of the Blue-White base and low turnout among independent voters.
Another case of toxic vegetables! Pesticide levels exceed limits in 4 vegetables popular with Taiwanese consumers; 2 fruits also fail inspection. PX Mart and Regent Taipei named; see the full list of violations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Pesticide inspections of fresh agricultural products by the Taipei City Department of Health in July 2026 found 16 cases that failed to meet standards. PX Mart and the Regent Taipei were among those involved, and products were immediately pulled from shelves as authorities traced their sources.
More than the NT$10,000 universal cash payment! Could a “NT$20,000 universal payment” be included in the new legislative session? Latest developments revealed
Trump-Xi summit in Washington: Who will sit at the head table for the White House state dinner? Four titans—Jensen Huang, Lisa Su, Tim Cook and Elon Musk—attend, while no senior Chinese business executives are present
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Top Silicon Valley CEOs gathered for a state banquet hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump in honor of Chinese President Xi Jinping. With the contest for AI leadership in focus, the absence of senior Chinese business executives highlighted the gap between the two sides' expectations.
Is the election outlook worsening beyond Hsinchu and Changhua? Scholar offers the KMT 3 strategies: without a change of approach, it can forget about winning in 2026 and 2028
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chinese Culture University Professor Niu Ze-xun says the KMT’s electoral prospects are worsening in Hsinchu and Changhua. Without a change in strategy, the party faces a major crisis in the 2026 and 2028 elections. He recommends using issues such as the Trump-Xi summit to launch a counteroffensive.
These 3 HSR stations were packed during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday! Reserved-seat passengers couldn’t board, but a station employee did 1 thing to get them on in seconds; heartwarming scene revealed
Sony moves into the Taipei Dome! Its 6th direct-run store in Taiwan features an 80th-anniversary exhibition and a photography zone with million-dollar equipment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Sony opened its 6th directly operated store in Taiwan at Taipei Dome, alongside a special exhibition marking its 80th anniversary. The company is strengthening its physical stores as places for experiences and brand engagement, not merely sales outlets.
Starting at ¥888,000! Mazda CX-30 gets a full upgrade: ventilated and heated seats, wireless CarPlay; what are the differences among the trims?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Mazda Taiwan launched the 2027 Mazda CX-30. Advanced safety technology and comfort features have been expanded across the lineup, and a new “Air Edition” grade has been added. Prices start at 888,000 yen.
Qin Shi Huang and Kangxi lose out! Top 10 strongest emperors in Chinese history: the winner wielded immense military power, ushered in a golden age and shaped the world for a millennium
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Genghis Khan was ranked No. 1 in a ranking of emperors throughout Chinese history. Qin Shi Huang placed No. 2, while Kangxi and Emperor Taizong of Tang also ranked highly. Historical influence was a key consideration.
The Mid-Autumn Festival holiday lasts 4 days. Where can the whole family go? Insiders recommend “2 places”: parents can relax while the kids burn off energy without making a fuss
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Two recommended destinations were introduced for families with children to visit during the 4-day Mid-Autumn holiday. Visiting grandparents and camping are popular, and the discussion focused on ways to give parents a chance to rest while providing places for children to play.
Muse’s breakout success lifts the gloom! Meta surges 36% this month, just a step away from a $2 trillion market value
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Meta's AI assistant Muse ranked No. 1 on the App Store, and the company's shares rose 36% in September. Its market capitalization is nearing $2 trillion, prompting a reassessment of the effectiveness of its AI strategy.
Companies mentioned：Asymmetric Capital Partners、Maplebear Inc.、Instacart、Expedia、JPMorgan、Anthropic
Iran denies talks with U.S. on “phased” reopening of the strait! Threatens to expand conflict into the Indian Ocean, roiling oil markets
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Iran denied negotiations with the United States on a phased reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, while a senior military official warned that fighting could expand into the Indian Ocean. Oil markets reacted sharply as diplomatic hopes and geopolitical risks pulled in opposite directions.
Iran’s president: The United States will decide whether to end the war; “We do not want it to continue”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the decision to end the war rests with the United States. Iran wants a diplomatic solution but is prepared to reject unilateral concessions.
Bloomberg: Trump administration plans overseas dollar stablecoin initiative to reinforce the dollar’s global standing
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Trump administration is considering promoting the use of dollar-denominated stablecoins overseas. The Treasury Department and the DFC are among those involved, with the aim of strengthening the dollar's international standing.
The “quota scramble” is over! Ministry of Economic Affairs decision: steel exports to Europe to be released in 3 rounds, free quota cut in half
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs revised its export quota system for metal-coated steel sheets shipped to Europe, cutting the freely applied-for quota from 20% to 10% and releasing it in 3 rounds to avoid concentration among a small number of exporters. The aim is to maintain order in the steel industry.
〈Hot stocks〉PCB sector shakes off gloomy outlook! Taiwan-Japan supply chain sparks a rally; 009828 rises more than 7% for the week and returns to its issue price
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The CTBC Taiwan-Japan-Korea PCB ETF (009828) returned to its NT$10 issue price, rising more than 7% in a week on demand from Taiwan-Japan AI supply chains. The move signals funds flowing back into high-end PCB and substrate stocks.
〈Hot stocks〉ABF substrate supply-demand gap continues to widen; Unimicron returns to the NT$1,000 club on heavy volume, rising 20% for the week
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Rising AI demand has widened the supply-demand gap for ABF substrates, and shares in Taiwan PCB and IC substrate maker Unimicron rose 20.8% for the week. AI-related products now account for more than 60% of its business, and its performance has improved significantly.
〈Hot stocks〉Gogolook rides cybersecurity theme, rising 25% for the week to a record high since listing
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Gogolook shares rose 25% to a record high since listing. The 台湾数位信頼協会 launched “Taiwan Cybersecurity Day” to highlight the importance of cybersecurity. Gogolook has grown its business by expanding its anti-fraud services.
Tech heavyweights gather at White House state dinner for Trump-Xi summit! Jensen Huang, Tim Cook and Lisa Su seated together; no Chinese business leaders attend
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. President Donald Trump invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to a state banquet at the White House, drawing top figures from Wall Street and Silicon Valley. The absence of Chinese business leaders highlighted the differences in expectations between the two countries.
U.S. expands sanctions on Iran’s aviation industry; UAE announces suspension of flights by Iranian airlines
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Following tougher U.S. sanctions, the UAE immediately suspended the arrival and departure of イラン航空各社. The disruption is spreading across the regional aviation network, as geopolitical tensions spill over into the real economy.
S&P 500 concentration at an unprecedented level; these 2 stocks account for more than 15%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Concentration in S&P 500 holdings is unprecedented, with Apple and Nvidia together accounting for more than 15%. This reflects the growing influence of tech giants over market trends and has raised concerns about market balance.
Companies mentioned：Apple、NVIDIA、Microsoft、General Electric
Trump-Xi summit takes center stage in Washington! U.S. media say “big spectacle, few breakthroughs”; tariff truce temporarily extended, Taiwan Strait and AI issues in focus
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. and Chinese leaders discussed trade, AI and Taiwan, but made limited substantive progress. The tariff truce was extended temporarily, while strategic tensions persist.