Taiwan stocks fall 1,655 points; foreign investors’ net selling hits record, margin loans drop NT$5.141 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks plunged 1,655.96 points today. Foreign investors’ net selling totaled NT$302.555 billion, a record for a single day; margin loan balances fell NT$5.141 billion to about NT$646.415 billion.
China International Industry Fair: Shanghai startup displays prototype EUV machine
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Shanghai startup 朗道科技 made a low-key display at the China International Industry Fair of a prototype EUV lithography machine needed for processes below 7 nanometers. The company established a project in 2024 focused on light source technology and is actively recruiting.
Facts
Chips made using the most advanced processes below 7 nanometers
Pope’s recovery from lung cancer surgery going well, progress as doctors expected
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Pope Leo XIV is recovering well after surgery to remove a malignant lung tumor, with doctors saying his progress is as expected. The Pope has canceled all audiences before the 21st, and travel plans remain undecided.
Facts
Leo XIV, now 71
Underwent surgery to remove a malignant lung tumor 2 days ago
The Pope has canceled all audiences before the 21st
Including a visit from November 6 to 17 to the South American countries of Uruguay, Argentina and Peru
3 killed in workplace accident at Meng’ao Harbor; 連江地檢署 arranges examination of bodies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A workplace accident occurred this morning at Meng’ao Harbor in Dongju, Juguang Township, Lienchiang County. 3 workers fell unconscious while working on a marine platform vessel and were later pronounced dead after emergency treatment. 連江地檢署 has launched an investigation and arranged for a forensic examination, while calling on companies to comply with occupational safety and health regulations.
Taiwan Space Agency showcases imagery from the Chi Po-lin satellite, with details including the Yushan Main Peak marker clearly visible
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
國家太空中心 released imagery from the first Chi Po-lin satellite of the Formosat-8 constellation. Details including the marker at Yushan’s main peak, Taipei 101 and the Taipei Dome are clearly visible. It also announced that the second satellite, FS-8B, is expected to be shipped to the U.S. at the end of this year and launched next year.
Facts
13 images captured
Launched into orbit last November
Began its formal imaging mission in January this year
U.S. inflationary pressure persists; most Wall Street stocks fall at the open
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. September producer price index (PPI) data came in far above expectations, indicating that inflationary pressure has not eased. Concerns that interest rate hikes could hurt AI investment sent most of the 3 major U.S. stock indexes lower at the open.
On the tech corridor issue, Su Chiao-hui says she will do her utmost to keep talent, capital and industry in New Taipei
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Democratic Progressive Party New Taipei mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui said that if elected, she would do her utmost to keep talent, capital and industry in New Taipei. Kuomintang New Taipei mayoral candidate Lee Chuan questioned remarks by Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang about the tech corridor.
Facts
Key News of the 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
NEW TAIPEI, 15th —
“Youth Family Housing” with a maximum lease term of 20 years
Swedish parliament rejects opposition left-wing leader’s bid to become prime minister amid failure to reach coalition agreement
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Although Sweden’s center-left opposition bloc won a majority of seats in the September parliamentary election, lawmakers overwhelmingly rejected Social Democratic leader Andersson as prime minister after the parties failed to reach agreement on forming a government.
Spanish edition of Wu Ming-yi’s “The Stolen Bicycle” tours Spain, finding literary passion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Spanish-language edition of Taiwanese author Wu Ming-yi’s novel “The Stolen Bicycle” was published in Spain in October. He traveled to Madrid, Barcelona and Zaragoza for book launches and signing events, all of which were packed, and experienced the passion for literature shared by local publishers, independent bookstores and readers.
Facts
Original西班牙3大城市
Shortlisted for the Man Booker International Prize in the U.K. in 2018
Published in October
Attended 3 talks and book signings from the 5th to the 9th
Nearly 150 bookstores in Taiwan
More than 50 people took part
Signed 50 books
Companies mentioned：中央社、向東出版社、Más al Este、Los Pequeños Seres、Librería Cálamo、Librería La Carbonera
U.S. September PPI rises 6.3% year over year, biggest increase since late 2022
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The U.S. producer price index (PPI) rose 6.3% year over year in September, its biggest increase since December 2022 and above economists’ expectations. Energy prices have added to inflationary pressure amid the conflict in the Middle East.
Facts
September producer price index (PPI) rose 6.3% year over year
The largest year-over-year increase since December 2022
September PPI rose 1.3% month over month
The largest monthly increase since March 2022...
September PPI expected to rise 0.6% month over month
Up 5.5% year on year
September PPI excluding food, energy and trade services rose 0.5% month over month
鴻海 to invest more than NT$17.3 billion to expand AI manufacturing in the U.S.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
鴻海 announced that its subsidiary Foxconn Assembly Holding Corporation acquired shares in Q-Edge Corporation for US$537 million (about NT$17.32 billion), with the aim of making a long-term investment and continuing to expand AI-related manufacturing in the United States.
Beijing expands reception quota for Japanese inspection group; Japanese media say it may offer a chance to resume substantive business exchanges
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
日本共同社 reported that the Chinese government notified 日本經濟團體聯合會（經團聯） that it would expand the reception quota for its inspection group dispatched in mid-November from about 5 people to about 20. The visit is seen as an opportunity to resume substantive exchanges between Chinese and Japanese business circles. Meanwhile, 經團聯 is coordinating a visit to Beijing in March next year by a delegation led by senior officials from three major organizations, aiming to meet with Chinese leaders.
To strengthen its financial structure, 三商壽 plans to issue subordinated corporate bonds worth up to NT$12.5 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
三商美邦人壽（三商壽） decided to issue 10-year cumulative subordinated unsecured corporate bonds worth up to NT$12.5 billion to strengthen its financial structure and improve its capital adequacy ratio. The move follows 玉山金控's completion of its merger with 三商壽 and the previous cash capital increase.
Ukraine launches missile strike on Russia, says it damaged 6 Su-34M fighter-bombers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Ukraine's military said it carried out a nighttime airstrike on the military airfield in Borisoglebsk, Voronezh region, Russia, damaging 6 Su-34M fighter-bombers and deploying Neptune missile systems. Satellite imagery verified by 路透社 showed signs of damage at the airfield.
威力彩 draw No. 115083 was held tonight. The winning numbers in the first area were 06, 30, 33, 25, 18 and 12; the winning number in the second area was 06.
福衛八號's 2nd satellite set to ship this year-end and launch in the 1st quarter of next year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
福衛八號's 2nd satellite, FS-8B, is expected to ship to the U.S. by the end of this year and launch in the 1st quarter of next year. The documentary “守望之眼” reveals the story behind satellite production, while the space center announced the results of its selection for international distribution of the footage.
Facts
A total of 8 optical remote-sensing satellites
Including 6 optical remote-sensing satellites with an original resolution of 1 meter
2 very-high-resolution optical remote-sensing satellites with an original resolution of less than 1 meter
Deployment is expected to be completed in 2031
Achieve the goal of imaging the same location 3 times a day
Pre-shipment inspection expected to be completed by the end of November
Set to ship to the U.S. by the end of this year
Set to launch in the 1st quarter of next year
To see Taiwan clearly from an altitude of 561 kilometers
The space center has worked for more than 30 years
Domestic production rate for key components reaches 84%
It took about 1 and a half years to assemble the 齊柏林 satellite
韓國瑜 meets Canadian parliamentary delegation, hopes to deepen bilateral trade and economic exchanges
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
立法院 president 韓國瑜 met with a cross-party delegation of Canadian lawmakers led by Scott, president of the Canada-Taiwan Parliamentary Friendship Association. The two sides exchanged views on housing, drug prevention and other issues. 韓國瑜 said he hoped to deepen Taiwan-Canada economic and trade cooperation, welcomed Canadian businesses to invest in Taiwan, and hoped Canada would create a favorable environment for Taiwanese businesses operating there.
Taiwanese film “有用的人” scores a win; 李芸嬋 wins Best Director at Busan film festival
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese film 《有用的人》 won the Best Director award at the Busan International Film Festival. Director 李芸嬋 said she hoped to portray humanity and tolerance from a contemporary perspective. 文化部 Minister 李遠 praised Taiwan's film and television industry and pledged continued support.
Facts
The dress worn 20 years ago when attending the New Currents competition at the Busan film festival
Employees disengaged and turnover high? The key is a lack of a sense of mattering【Book excerpt】
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The article says workplace mental and physical exhaustion and high turnover stem from employees' lack of a “sense of mattering.” Citing the book 《存在感》 and 蓋洛普 data, it explains that prioritizing employee well-being can boost engagement and profits while reducing the risk of burnout.
Facts
In 2024, U.S. employee engagement (measured by employees' “involvement and enthusiasm” for their jobs and workplace) fell to 31%
2/3 of employees worldwide say they are either “struggling” or “suffering greatly”
71% of leaders say their stress has increased significantly since taking on their current roles
More than half (54%) say they are worried about experiencing mental and physical exhaustion
40% admit they have considered leaving leadership roles altogether
Their willingness to put effort into work increases 4 times
The likelihood of actively looking for a new job falls 53%
The likelihood of recommending that others work at their organization rises 7 times
Their likelihood of feeling overworked falls 73%
The likelihood of feeling they are thriving rises 50%
Highly engaged teams generate 23% more profit than disengaged teams
Iranian president accuses U.S. of imposing blockade, claims it aims to incite public protests
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accused the United States of imposing a harsh blockade on Iran in an attempt to incite domestic protests and unrest. The move comes in response to Tehran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and the United States has imposed a blockade on Iranian ports.
Hakka Affairs Council provides NT$99 million as Zhuolan Library rebuilding plan makes major progress
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Miaoli County town of Zhuolan needs to rebuild its aging public library. The Hakka Affairs Council is providing NT$99 million in funding for the project, with hopes that the new library will become a core hub for revitalizing Hakka culture.
Facts
The Hakka Affairs Council will provide NT$99 million in funding
The project has a total budget of about NT$146.45 million
Zhuolan Public Library has been in operation for more than 35 years
Hakka people account for about 78% of Zhuolan’s population
Italian politics once embroiled in storm over criticism of women’s attire; senator protests in short skirt
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani sparked controversy by suggesting that women should wear long skirts to be good mothers. Several opposition senators wore short skirts in parliament to protest and defend freedom of dress. The General Confederation of Labour and the bishops’ conference also spoke out against stereotypes, while Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni backed Tajani.
Facts
A similar political storm also erupted in Italy in late September
Tajani (Antonio Tajani) attended a political event in late September
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Companies mentioned：中央社、民進黨、民主黨（PD）、活力黨（Italia Viva）、綠黨、五星運動（Five Star Movement）、義大利總工會、義大利主教團
Midterm election countdown! High oil prices sour U.S. voters, forcing Republicans to spend billions more on ads to protect their majority
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
With polls looking poor ahead of the U.S. midterm elections and oil prices surging, Republicans were forced to add US$434 million to their advertising budget in the final three weeks in an effort to hold on to majorities in both chambers of Congress.
Facts
Over the past three weeks, Republican ad spending in House and Senate races surged by 46% and 36%, respectively, with an additional US$434 million poured in.
Companies mentioned：AdImpact、RealClearPolitics、Cook Political Report、Sabato's Crystal Ball、Inside Elections、270toWin、美聯社
Food safety controversy over Taipei school lunches: Chiang Wan-an slams Chien Shu-pei for “spreading a huge falsehood and being completely exposed”—not even an apology
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an discussed the food safety controversy over school lunches at Jinhua Junior High School in an interview. He criticized City Councilor Chien Shu-pei and others for alleging food poisoning before test results were available, calling it a major falsehood that had now been debunked, with no apology offered. He stressed that city tests found the food met standards and that the city government would never cover up the truth.
Facts
The Taipei City Department of Health tested retained lunch samples from 6 schools, including Jinhua Junior High School, Jingxing Elementary School and Minzu Elementary School. All results met regulations.
Chiang Wan-an said the claims harmed schools, teachers, parents and children, and dismissed the efforts of frontline staff.
Chien Shu-pei had called on the city government to provide a full investigation report on students and teachers feeling unwell after eating and to explain the cause and improvement measures to parents.
Chiang Wan-an stressed that ensuring food safety safeguards is essential to providing free school lunches, and said the city government would face any problems honestly and never cover up the truth.
More than speeches! Lin Chia-lung meets these people on Poland trip, reconnects with U.S. congressional heavyweights on sidelines of Warsaw Security Forum
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung visited Poland to attend the Warsaw Security Forum, met officials from the United States, Poland and other countries, and announced the launch of cooperation on gallium nitride power chip technology to strengthen Taiwan-Europe strategic ties.
Facts
Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung recently made his 4th visit to Poland, attending the Warsaw Security Forum and delivering a keynote speech before returning to Taiwan.
Lin Chia-lung delivered a speech at the Warsaw Security Forum titled “The Taiwan Model: A Trusted Partner for Europe’s Reindustrialization.”
Taiwan will establish a chip technology cooperation program with Poland focused on power gallium nitride (GaN).
Former aide alleges appearances were pulled and they were blacklisted; National Normal Country Foundation denies involvement and offers to help with bullying complaint
A former aide to the pan-green camp alleged workplace bullying and sexual harassment, and said an appearance on a political talk show recording was canceled at the last minute.
Original正常國家文化基金會澄清節目通告由電視台依製作需求決定，基金會及相關民代絕無介入。
The foundation said it was willing to help its former colleague file a complaint over the bullying allegations, with no deadline for doing so.
The foundation said it had not publicly responded to online posts by the person concerned or others involved in the past out of respect for privacy and to avoid causing further distress.
The foundation urged all sides to avoid spreading unverified information to prevent misunderstandings and further harm.
Why did Beijing impose such harsh sanctions? “Shen Po-yang’s father is helping China earn foreign exchange!” Liang Wen-chieh denies “making money from China,” slams CCP’s coordinated attack
On Oct. 14, the Taiwan Affairs Office announced sanctions against VWAY公司, owned by Shen Po-yang’s father, prohibiting any transactions with the mainland.
Mainland Affairs Council Deputy Minister Liang Wen-chieh said on Oct. 15 that Shen Po-yang’s father placed orders with the mainland and then exported the goods to Central and South America, helping China earn foreign exchange.
To evade sanctions, Shen Tu-cheng conducted trade with mainland companies under the name of another company he owns, VWAY CO.,LTD.
Chen Binhua criticized Shen Po-yang for railing against China while working with relatives to find ways to make money from the mainland.
Liang Wen-chieh said the CCP followed a set playbook: the Hong Kong newspaper Wen Wei Po struck first, then the Taiwan Affairs Office followed.
Rearming and strengthening air defenses! Somalia reportedly set to buy Pakistan’s Xiaolong fighter jets, expanding attacks on rebels and intimidating neighbors
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Somalia has reportedly signed an agreement to purchase Xiaolong fighter jets jointly developed by Pakistan and China, aiming to accelerate military modernization and address domestic counterterrorism threats and geopolitical challenges.
Facts
Original索馬利亞政府正式簽署採購巴基斯坦與中國聯合研製的梟龍戰機協議。
Original交易內容包含16架梟龍戰機與12架超級沙克初級教練機。
Original巴基斯坦現役梟龍戰機。（翻攝自巴國空軍粉專）
Somalia, in East Africa, held its national election in late December. (Associated Press)
Huang Kuo-chang invites Chiang Wan-an to play Whac-A-Mole! Bluntly asks about the “rat menace under Chiang”; Taipei's real pest-control results revealed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan People's Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang interviewed Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an about the rat problem. Chiang clarified that the budget had not been cut and complaints had declined, while Huang urged the city to release data to set the record straight.
Facts
Taiwan People's Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang interviewed Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an on the YouTube program “The People Have a Say 4: Straight Talk on Big Issues” on the evening of the 15th.
The Taiwan FactCheck Center confirmed that rodent-control budgets increased, rather than decreased, under both Ko Wen-je and Chiang Wan-an. In the final year of Ko's administration, the budget was about NT$6.5 million; Chiang's administration raised it to more than NT$7 million.
Original台北市鼠患陳情通報案件數在9月已降至5月高峰的四分之一。
Measures taken by the Taipei City Government include large-scale pest control across 12 administrative districts, requiring market vendors to install grease interceptors, and strengthening food-waste and garbage management.
Huang Kuo-chang recommended that the city government make relevant data publicly available and let the numbers speak for themselves in response to misinformation.
Explainer》Mainland tourists flock to “these two counties and cities”—did they bring in NT$260 million in a week? The MAC releases official figures; Liang Wen-chieh sets the record straight: still slightly down from the same period last year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Figures released by the Mainland Affairs Council for the 2026 National Day holiday show that 8,782 mainland Chinese tourist visits were made to Kinmen and Matsu, with spending estimated at NT$263 million. Deputy Minister Liang Wen-chieh stressed that the figure was down 14% from the same period last year, contradicting the Taiwan Affairs Office's account of a tourism boom.
Facts
During the 2026 National Day holiday, there were 8,782 visits by mainland Chinese tourists to Kinmen and Matsu.
The number of mainland Chinese tourist visits to Kinmen and Matsu during the 2026 National Day holiday fell by about 14% from 10,213 in the same period last year.
The Mainland Affairs Council estimates that mainland Chinese tourists spent about NT$263 million in Kinmen and Matsu during the National Day holiday.
Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Chen Binhua said the Mini Three Links routes carried about 42,000 passenger trips during the National Day holiday.
Mainland Affairs Council Deputy Minister Liang Wen-chieh said mainland Chinese tourist visits to Kinmen and Matsu during this year's National Day holiday were slightly down from the same period last year.
Which Tokyo neighborhood saw the biggest home-price gains? 2026 data are out: Arakawa surged 26% in a quarter, but this area leads when conditions are adjusted
東京不動產研究所 released the Japan Real Estate Data Report in September 2026.
After adjusting for factors such as building age and floor area, Chuo Ward had the highest estimated annual growth rate over the past four quarters, at about 18.7%.
The median transaction price per unit in Arakawa Ward rose 26% year over year in the 1st quarter of 2026.
In the 1st quarter of 2026, the price index was 160 for the five central wards and 132 for the five outer wards.
The Bank of Japan raised interest rates once in June 2026 and once in September, taking its policy rate to 1.25%.
Ota Ward's estimated annual growth rate after adjustment was 11.7%.
The year-over-year growth rate in transaction prices per unit for existing condominiums in Tokyo's 23 wards turned slightly negative in August 2026.
The 12-month total of housing units started for condominiums for sale in Tokyo through August 2026 was 19,459, down 23% from the same period a year earlier.
The number of rental apartment units started rose from 38,837 in December 2011 to 60,338 in August 2026.
Based on an 800-meter radius around each station, the top five stations for projected population growth by 2040 are Toyosu, Kachidoki, Ichigaya, Kojimachi and Hanzomon.
Adachi Ward had the largest net population gain from people moving in during the 23 wards in 2025, with an increase of 6,370.
Of the net influx of 39,197 people across Tokyo's 23 wards, the population in their 20s increased by 75,667.
Original符合2040年人口成長超過6.2%且㎡單價低於99萬日圓的車站共有34站。
The median change in station entries and exits from 2019 to 2023 was -9.9%, and only 13% of stations had returned to or exceeded 2019 levels.
The Journalist》Foreign investors dump NT$630 billion in Taiwanese stocks; Taiwan dollar falls 1.5% in 7 days—is global hot money pulling out of AI?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Foreign investors recorded net sales of NT$635.6 billion in Taiwanese stocks over 7 consecutive days from October 6 to 15. Net sales peaked at NT$302.5 billion in a single day, a record, and the Taiwan dollar depreciated about 1.52% against the US dollar, reflecting concerns about risks in the AI market and a trend toward capital outflows.
Facts
Foreign investors recorded net sales of NT$635.6 billion in Taiwanese stocks over 7 consecutive trading days from October 6 to 15.
Foreign investors recorded net sales of NT$302.5 billion on October 15, a record high for a single day.
The Taiwan dollar depreciated against the US dollar, weakening from 31.781 to 32.265 per US dollar.
The Taiwan dollar depreciated by a total of 4.84 jiao, or about 1.52%.
Capital always flows to where the balance of risk and return is most favorable.
富邦金's adjusted EPS reached NT$17.56 in the first 9 months, bringing next year's projected NT$8 dividend closer
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
富邦金控's adjusted EPS totaled NT$17.56 in the first 9 months, with earnings at all subsidiaries reaching record highs for the same period. Analysts forecast next year's dividend could reach NT$8.
Facts
富邦金控's adjusted EPS totaled NT$17.56 in the first 9 months.
富邦金控 reported after-tax net income of NT$6.96 billion in September.
台北富邦銀行's after-tax net income rose 27.5% year over year in the first 9 months.
富邦證券's after-tax net income rose 134.6% year over year in the first 9 months.
富邦產險's adjusted earnings topped NT$10 billion in the first 9 months.
富邦金控's dividend next year will amount to 40–50% of this year's adjusted EPS.
富邦投信's assets under management topped NT$1.6 trillion at the end of September.
Tariff talks nearing a deal? Trump taps Taiwan, Japan, South Korea and Middle Eastern money for infrastructure—the truth about hundreds of billions of dollars flowing back to the US
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Trump administration announced investment commitments in the United States from Taiwan, Japan, South Korea and Middle Eastern countries, covering energy and technology infrastructure and totaling hundreds of billions of dollars. Funding has already begun flowing for some projects, reflecting a strategy that links investment to tariff negotiations.
Facts
Taiwan agreed to purchase 30% of the output from the Alaska LNG pipeline project, with purchases totaling US$70 billion to US$80 billion over the next 20 years. It will also invest US$4.4 billion in project development.
South Korea's “Project Star,” a natural gas power plant in Encinal, Texas, has a total investment of about US$22.3 billion. South Korea has remitted the first US$2.4 billion.
A surprise move during Huang Kuo-chang and Chiang Wan-an's livestream! Taiwan People's Party caucus members line up overnight at the Legislative Yuan chamber, aiming to pass a bill tomorrow granting seniors free health insurance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan People's Party caucus members lined up overnight at the Legislative Yuan chamber, planning to push amendments to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act that would exempt low-income people aged 65 and over from health insurance premiums and expand benefits for caregivers, in response to the challenges of a super-aged society.
Facts
The amendments would have the central competent authority subsidize health insurance premiums for people aged 65 and over whose income tax rate is below 20% or whose income is below the filing threshold.
Taiwan will officially become a super-aged society in 2025, as a growing share of older people and increasing life expectancy add to medical needs and financial burdens.
One necessary companion per senior would be eligible for half-price public transportation, half-price admission to recreational venues, and free entry to cultural and educational facilities.
An income tax rate of 20% requires annual income above NT$1.33 million, so if the amendment passes, it would essentially exempt eligible people aged 65 and over from health insurance premiums.
Policy vote-buying or social reform? Brazil's Congress approves a “two-day weekend” ahead of elections, cuts working hours and bars companies from reducing pay
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Brazil's Congress passed a constitutional amendment reducing the workweek from 44 hours to 40 hours and establishing a two-day weekend, while prohibiting companies from cutting wages as a result. The reform is a core pledge of President Lula and aims to improve workers' rights, but has also raised concerns about higher business costs.
Facts
The Federal Senate passed a constitutional amendment on the evening of the 14th, lowering the statutory maximum workweek from 44 hours to 40 hours and prohibiting employers from cutting workers’ pay on that basis.
In the future, all eligible workers will be entitled to 2 consecutive paid days off each week, giving them a 2-day weekend.
There are currently still 15 million contract workers in Brazil who get only 1 day off for every 7 days worked.
After the bill is signed, employers will have a 60-day transition period to adjust work schedules, with the 40-hour workweek system fully implemented after 12 months.
Gig economy workers, such as delivery workers and ride-hailing drivers without formal contracts, are not covered by the new law.
Companies mentioned：MB Associados、巴西利亞大學（University of Brasília）
More than culinary skill: aesthetics also count! The Lu Yu Cup draws a record 243 teams as 宏國德霖科大 brings Hakka-inspired sustainable food innovation to its 11th year of competition
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
宏國德霖科大 held the 11th Lu Yu Cup competition, attracting a record 243 teams to compete in both culinary skills and aesthetics, while promoting Hakka culture and sustainable dining.
Facts
The hospitality department at 宏國德霖科大 held the 11th Lu Yu Cup Hakka Tea Drink and Tea Cuisine Competition, drawing a record 243 teams.
Events included creative tea drinks, live Chinese cooking, creative fried rice, table and guest room decoration, napkin folding, and green dining posters.
宏國德霖科大 President Duan Yefang said the competition aims to promote the Hakka wisdom of “respecting nature, cherishing food, diligence and frugality,” as well as the principles of green dining.
The concurrent “2026 AMO NEXT Amo Baking and Pastry Innovation Competition” was guided by the Ministry of Health and Welfare’s Health Promotion Administration and co-organized by 宏國德霖科大 and 阿默企業.
Liu Guanyin, director of the Hakka Affairs Department of the New Taipei City Government, praised the university for promoting Hakka culture through diverse competitions and bringing traditional elements onto the professional stage for younger generations.
Will the Kinmen-Matsu Mini Three Links routes be subject to comprehensive inspections? Russia suspected of plague outbreak; premier orders close monitoring! Liang Wen-chieh admits “this”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In response to a suspected outbreak of pneumonic plague in Russia, Premier Cho Jung-tai instructed the Ministry of Health and Welfare to closely monitor the outbreak and conduct comprehensive inspections of traffic on the Kinmen-Matsu Mini Three Links routes as a precaution. Mainland Affairs Council Deputy Minister Liang Wen-chieh confirmed that the agencies had complied with the directive, with the Centers for Disease Control and CIQS units closely monitoring the situation and fully prepared.
Facts
Premier Cho Jung-tai said on October 13 that he had ordered close monitoring of the outbreak in Russia and comprehensive inspections of traffic on the Mini Three Links routes.
Democratic Progressive Party legislator Wang Ting-yu mentioned an outbreak of pneumonic plague in Siberia, Russia, during questioning at the Legislative Yuan on October 13.
Mainland Affairs Council Deputy Minister Liang Wen-chieh said on October 15 that CIQS units on the Kinmen-Matsu Mini Three Links routes were closely monitoring the outbreak in accordance with the directive.
Cho Jung-tai heard a report on pneumonic plague from Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang at an Executive Yuan meeting 2 weeks ago.
Liang Wen-chieh stressed that the Centers for Disease Control is the agency responsible for and in charge of the outbreak, and that the Mainland Affairs Council cannot answer on its behalf.
Demand for CPUs for agentic AI continues to rise, but has not yet been included in the company’s existing, narrowly defined AI accelerator growth forecast.
Whether to adopt backside power delivery technology depends on product requirements; some accelerators may use it, while products such as smartphones may not need it.
CFO Huang Ren-chao said the dilution of gross margin from overseas fabs entering volume production in 2026 is expected to be close to 2 percentage points.
Beijing Watch: 4 bullets concealed in the handle! PLA rarely reveals live-fire “dagger gun” drills: It looks like a close-combat weapon, so why is it a potent tool for assassinations behind enemy lines?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The PLA has rarely 공개ed live-fire drills with the QSB91 dagger gun, demonstrating its close-combat capability with four bullets concealed in the handle. The weapon is designed as auxiliary equipment for special operations, for sudden confrontations and self-defense at extremely close range, not as a replacement for a primary firearm.
Facts
The Tacheng Military Subdistrict in Xinjiang organized reconnaissance troops for live-fire training with QSB91 dagger guns on the 13th.
The handle of the QSB91 dagger gun contains four independent barrels, which can be preloaded with four 7.62 mm bullets.
The QSB91 dagger gun has an effective range of about ten meters.
The QSB91 dagger gun was finalized in 1992 and is mainly issued to reconnaissance troops and special operations personnel.
The QSB91 dagger gun is about 265 mm long overall, with a 140 mm blade, and weighs just over five hundred grams.
Drone attacks in a sweeping assault! Ukraine battered by bombardment, with heavy casualties in Kirovohrad Oblast
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Kirovohrad Oblast in Ukraine was hit by a large-scale Russian drone attack, leaving 3 dead and 6 injured and damaging numerous facilities. The governor confirmed that more than 360 drones had approached, while Ukraine’s air force said it shot down 536, underscoring the serious security threat facing this nontraditional target area.
Facts
Kirovohrad Oblast came under a large-scale Russian drone attack overnight, leaving 3 dead and 6 injured.
Governor Raykovych said more than 360 drones had approached and 26 locations were hit.
The Russian airstrikes targeted critical infrastructure, transport companies, logistics facilities and homes.
Ukraine’s air force said Russia deployed 580 drones, of which 536 were shot down.
Kirovohrad Oblast has been a relatively infrequent target of airstrikes during the Russia-Ukraine war.
How can Huang Shijie assert that the Taoyuan Metro Green Line will be delayed? Chan Chiang-tsun was stunned by Chen Shih-kai’s “move”: “It’s chilling the more you think about it”
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In the 2026 nine-in-one elections, Taoyuan mayoral candidate Huang Shijie asserted that the Green Line would be delayed. Councilor Chan Chiang-tsun accused him of having the backing of Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai, and said the central government’s recent scrapping of subsidies for double-decker buses suggests political maneuvering could affect local construction projects.
Facts
Huang Shijie said the Taoyuan Metro Green Line’s opening would inevitably be delayed and demanded that Chang San-cheng apologize to residents.
Taoyuan City Councilor Chan Chiang-tsun said Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai had made a special trip to Taoyuan to campaign for Huang Shijie.
After Chen Shih-kai arranged for Huang Shijie to take the first Taiwan Railways train, the Directorate General of Highways under the Ministry of Transportation cut subsidies for Taoyuan’s double-decker bus purchases.
Huang Shijie’s campaign team includes Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai.
Chan Chiang-tsun criticized Huang Shijie for throwing a wrench into Taoyuan’s transportation plans for the sake of the election.
A fresh new look for Zuoying and Nanzih parks! Huang Wen-chih champions “one distinctive park per district” to create welcoming recreational spaces for all ages
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Kaohsiung City Councilor Huang Wen-chih is promoting the “one distinctive park per district” plan, transforming traditional parks into welcoming spaces for all ages in response to industrial shifts and population growth in the Zuoying and Nanzih areas. He secured distinctive play equipment and sand pits for Lantian, Metropolitan and Houjin parks, and developed Xiangping Waterfront Park and a pet activity area, putting the “A good place to live in Zuoying and Nanzih” vision into practice.
Facts
Kaohsiung City Councilor Huang Wen-chih was the first to propose the “one distinctive park per district” plan, transforming traditional parks into spaces that better meet residents’ everyday needs.
The distinctive parks Huang Wen-chih secured include the Lantian Park playground, Metropolitan Park, Houjin Park and Qingta Park in Nanzih.
Xiangping Waterfront Park is northern Kaohsiung’s first community-based waterfront park, brought about through the efforts of Huang Wen-chih and Xiangping Village Chief Chen Hsien-neng.
Dog activity areas were established at Nanzih Innovation Park and Zuoying Literature Park after Huang Wen-chih pressed for them during council inquiries.
Huang Wen-chih continues to focus on the need for pet parks and has called for tap water facilities to make them more convenient for pet owners.
Technology protects pedestrians: Taichung introduces Taiwan’s first AI ground lights and projected traffic lights, to launch at the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi and Top City intersection in late October
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The Taichung City Transportation Bureau plans to pilot a smart pedestrian safety warning system at an intersection in the 7th Redevelopment Zone in late October, combining AI and multiple light warnings to reduce the risk of conflicts between vehicles and pedestrians.
Facts
The Taichung City Transportation Bureau will pilot a smart pedestrian safety warning system around the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi and Top City shopping area in late October.
The pilot site is the intersection of Taiwan Boulevard and Huilai Road.
The system integrates AI detection cameras, embedded warning lights and projected traffic lights.
The collaborating research and development partners include 逢甲大學智慧運輸與物流創新中心, 資策會 and 義隆電子.
Taichung Transportation Bureau Director Yeh Chao-fu and Mayor Lu Shiow-yen.
“2026 Daken Heartbeat 1+1” invites people to walk the trails together on 10/19, get free blood oxygen and heart rate checks, and even join a mountain cleanup
The 風景區管理所 under the 台中市政府觀光旅遊局 and 中台科技大學 will jointly hold the “2026 Daken Heartbeat 1+1” event from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon on October 19.
The event will be held on Daken Trail No. 11, formerly the 中台科大 Guanyin Mountain Trail. After the Scenic Area Management Office took over in 111, it was officially renamed this year (115).
On the day of the event, stations for measuring heart rate, blood oxygen, blood pressure, electrocardiograms and blood glucose will be set up in the outdoor corridor on the first floor of the 中台科大 library.
The “2026 Daken Heartbeat 1+1” event requires no registration and is open to all, with a planned capacity of 150 people.
Online bullying has far-reaching effects on human rights: Taichung City Government holds training on the two covenants
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taichung City Government held human rights training on the two covenants on the 14th, featuring a talk by lawyer Wang Teng-yi of 敦儀國際法律事務所 on the effects of online bullying on human rights. The event aimed to improve city government staff’s understanding of human rights protections in the digital age and their ability to apply them in practice.
Facts
The Taichung City Government held a human rights training and awareness course on the two covenants on the 14th.
The course featured Wang Teng-yi, managing attorney at 敦儀國際法律事務所, as its speaker.
The course was titled “The power of a comment is beyond imagination: The profound impact of online bullying on human rights.”
Article 17 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights stipulates that no one shall be subjected to arbitrary or unlawful interference with their privacy, family, home or correspondence.
Lawyer Wang Teng holds qualifications including recognition as a professional investigator of workplace sexual harassment by the Ministry of Labor.
“It’s not profits but valuations that scare U.S. stocks”: Wall Street bull Yardeni lowers S&P 500 target
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Wall Street strategist Ed Yardeni lowered his year-end S&P 500 target to 7,900 points, citing concerns about valuation compression and inflationary pressures, but remains optimistic about long-term earnings and recommends cautious investing.
Facts
Yardeni Research lowered its year-end target for the S&P 500 from 8,400 points to 7,900 points.
The firm lowered its year-end target price-to-earnings ratio from 19.8 times to 18.6 times.
Yardeni does not expect a recession before the end of 2029.
The consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.6% in September, its biggest increase since March.
Shares of cloud services startup CoreWeave plunged 16%.
〈U.S. stocks early trading〉Inflation proves stubborn, tech stocks keep falling! Major indexes open lower as 台積電 ADR drops more than 4%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. tech stocks fell for a second straight day amid strong inflation data and rising expectations of high interest rates, while investors shifted to Treasury bonds for safety.
Facts
The U.S. producer price index (PPI) rose 6.3% year over year in September, exceeding the expected 5.3%.
The Nasdaq Composite fell 327.23 points, or 1.23%, to 26,365.64.
台積電 ADR fell 4.60% to $410.29 per share.
The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield fell to 5.05%, its lowest level in nearly 3 weeks.
Gold prices rose 1.74% to $4,179.40 per ounce。
CoreWeave shares fell 7.47% in early trading to $60.87 per share。
Walmart rose more than 2% before the market opened after 德意志銀行 raised its rating to “Buy”。
Retail sales surge fueled by gas prices! U.S. September sales beat expectations, but core spending cooled
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. retail sales rose 0.8% in September, far exceeding expectations, mainly because higher gasoline prices boosted spending at gas stations. Core retail sales rose just 0.2%, indicating that inflation is squeezing household budgets and fuel costs are crowding out other spending. The strength of consumer spending growth in the third quarter is drawing attention。
Facts
U.S. retail sales rose 0.8% month over month and 6.3% year over year in September
Gasoline prices rose 7.1% in September, while gas station sales increased 6.4% month over month
Retail sales rose just 0.2% excluding autos and gasoline
The retail “control group,” used to estimate consumer spending on goods in GDP, rose just 0.1% month over month in September
Markets estimate that consumer spending grew at an annualized rate of 3.4% in the third quarter
Analysts: Franchisee bankruptcies and cost pressures take a toll; 溫蒂漢堡 closure wave may only be beginning
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
溫蒂漢堡 closed 289 U.S. locations in the first half of the year amid franchisee bankruptcies and rising costs. Its largest franchisee, Meritage restaurant group, filed for bankruptcy and plans to close 41 locations. Analysts forecast that closures will continue, potentially reducing the number of locations to 5,600 by the end of 2027。
Facts
A total of 289 溫蒂漢堡 locations across the U.S. shut down in the first half of this year。
溫蒂漢堡 currently has about 5,700 locations across the U.S.。
One of 溫蒂漢堡’s largest franchisees, Meritage restaurant group, formally filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in September this year。
Meritage restaurant group has more than 300 locations。
Meritage restaurant group plans to close at least 41 locations。
Analysts forecast that 溫蒂漢堡 will have about 5,600 U.S. locations by the end of 2027。
溫蒂漢堡 faces the challenge of six consecutive quarters of declining same-store sales。
The Fed gets little relief! U.S. September PPI rises 6.3% year over year, beating expectations, as inflation alarm bells ring again
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. PPI rose 6.3% year over year and 1.3% month over month in September, exceeding expectations and marking its biggest increase in more than two years. Energy prices surged amid tensions in the Middle East, while core inflation also heated up, pointing to mounting cost pressures on businesses and putting the Federal Reserve under pressure to raise interest rates further。
Facts
U.S. PPI rose 6.3% year over year and 1.3% month over month in September, both above expectations。
Energy prices rose 10.8% in September, while gasoline prices surged 20.3%。
Core PPI rose 0.7% month over month in September, with its annual increase reaching 5%。
Service prices also rose 0.8%, while transportation and warehousing prices climbed 3.4%。
New York State’s manufacturing index rose 17.9 points to 25.5 in October。
Foreign investors sold a net NT$302.5 billion in Taiwanese stocks on April 15, setting a record for the largest net sales。
Yuanta Taiwan 50 (0050) recorded NT$37.8 billion in net subscriptions in a single day, a record high。
Yuanta Taiwan 50 2x (00631L) recorded NT$11.9 billion in net subscriptions in a single day, its largest daily inflow in half a year。
Yuanta Taiwan 50 (0050) recorded NT$49.53 billion in trading value in a single day, ranking first among ETFs。
Over the past decade, the Taiwan 50 Index delivered a total return of 961.75%, including dividends, far outperforming the 751.92% return of the weighted total return index。
台積電 Chairman C.C. Wei said at an earnings call, “台積電’s profitability has no ceiling。”
Car fans have waited nearly 9 years! 特斯拉’s new Roadster is finally set to debut
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
特斯拉 (TSLA-US) will unveil its next-generation Roadster on Thursday U.S. time at the SpaceX base in Texas. The model builds on the 2017 prototype design, offering extreme performance and long range. It is intended to showcase cutting-edge technology and strengthen the brand’s flagship image, carrying strategic symbolic significance despite limited sales。
Facts
特斯拉 (TSLA-US) will unveil its next-generation Roadster electric sports car at 8:55 p.m. Thursday (the 15th), U.S. time, at the SpaceX test site in McGregor, Texas。
The new Roadster can travel up to 620 miles on a single charge, about 1,000 kilometers。
The new Roadster can accelerate from a standstill to 60 miles per hour (about 97 kilometers per hour) in less than 1 second。
When 特斯拉 first showed the next-generation Roadster prototype in 2017, it announced a price of $200,000。
A $50,000 deposit is still required to reserve a Roadster。
晨星 (MORN-US) analyst Seth Goldstein estimates that 特斯拉 could sell about 2,000 Roadsters annually。
The new Roadster is the result of a collaboration between 特斯拉 and SpaceX (SPCX-US)。
Taiwan blocks access before voters even go to the polls! Coinbase and Kalshi suspected of involvement in betting markets
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwanese authorities have blocked access to overseas platforms including Coinbase and Kalshi, following a court ruling, to prevent election betting and foreign interference. The move is intended to protect the integrity of the local elections on November 28 and strengthen efforts to crack down on illegal money flows。
Facts
Taiwanese authorities have blocked the Coinbase and Kalshi websites
The block is based on a ruling by the New Taipei District Court
Suspected of violating the Public Officials Election and Recall Act
Taking part in election gambling carries a maximum sentence of 6 months in prison
Wildfires in Indonesia triggered Singapore’s worst haze in more than 十 years，with air purifier sales surging ninefold and N95 masks selling out。The Singapore government launched response measures，distributing masks and setting up shelters，while reserving the right to take legal action against those responsible for fires in Indonesia under its Transboundary Haze Pollution Act。
Facts
Air purifier sales in Singapore have climbed to about nine times their level since the start of the haze season。
Gain City marketing director Candy Cao said air purifier models from multiple brands were sold out on the company’s website。
The government led by Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong began distributing N95 masks on Wednesday to people vulnerable to haze。
Air quality in some parts of Singapore reached the highest alert level，with the western region rising to “very unhealthy”。
Indonesia recorded more than 8,000 fire hotspots this month，the most for October since 2015。
Singapore’s Transboundary Haze Pollution Act stipulates that companies responsible for fires can be fined up to 2 million Singapore dollars。
禾榮科 spends NT$1.555 billion to acquire land in Miaoli High-Speed Rail industrial zone，accelerating global BNCT expansion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
禾榮科 spent NT$1.555 billion to win a bid for land in Miaoli High-Speed Rail industrial zone，planning to build an advanced medical accelerator and drug development base to advance the localization of BNCT technology and its global commercialization。
Facts
禾榮科 won a bid for land in the industrial-use zone of the Miaoli High-Speed Rail special district for NT$1.555 billion
The land acquired by 禾榮科 covers about 2.19 hectares
禾榮科 plans to use the site as a research，development and manufacturing base for advanced medical accelerators and a drug development base
禾榮科 will deepen cooperation with 國立陽明交通大學 and other institutions
禾榮科 aims to accelerate the global commercialization of BNCT
禾榮科 will promote the localization of advanced medical accelerators
禾榮科 will continue to deepen the development of BNCT therapeutic and diagnostic drugs
漢皇開發’s Yonghe Dachen Unit 7 urban renewal project secures NT$16.059 billion syndicated loan led by Mega Bank and 4 other state-owned banks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
漢皇開發’s Yonghe Dachen Unit 7 urban renewal project secured a NT$16.059 billion syndicated loan arranged by a consortium of state-owned banks including 兆豐銀行，with the agreement signed on the 15th。The project was 122% oversubscribed，reflecting strong market confidence in publicly led urban renewal projects in New Taipei City and underscoring 兆豐銀行’s leadership in urban renewal financing。
Facts
漢皇開發’s Yonghe Dachen Unit 7 urban renewal project formally signed a NT$16.059 billion syndicated loan agreement on the 15th。
The syndicated loan was jointly arranged and led by state-owned financial institutions including 兆豐銀行，第一銀行，合作金庫銀行 and 彰化銀行。
The syndicated loan attracted 7 financial institutions and was ultimately 122% oversubscribed。
漢皇開發 Chairman Sun Zhengqian，Vice Chairman Sun Dingxiang and 兆豐銀行 Chairman Tung Jui-pin signed the syndicated loan agreement on behalf of their respective organizations。
As of the end of September 2026，兆豐銀行 had nearly 180 approved urban renewal financing cases，with total financing exceeding NT$200 billion。
Original兆豐銀行在2026年前3季倫敦證券交易所集團額度管理行排名中位居市場第一。
The Yonghe Dachen community is located in the Dingxi living area and is one of New Taipei City’s most prominent publicly led urban renewal projects。
Musk said China would be able to mass-produce random access memory (RAM) by 2028。
摩根大通 estimates the global memory supply deficit at about 20% in 2026，falling to 19% in 2027 and narrowing further to 15% in 2028。
摩根大通 estimates that the HBM market will grow from about 64 billion dollars in 2026 to 160 billion dollars in 2027，then climb further to 280 billion dollars in 2028。
On October 12，Micron’s market value shed about 52 billion dollars in a single day，SK海力士 lost about 41.5 billion dollars，and Sandisk fell by about 15 billion dollars。
The number of Micron’s long-term customer agreements has increased from 16 to 26，with contract terms extending through 2030 and covering more than 35% of the company’s revenue。
Musk criticized some suppliers’ quotes as unacceptably high，saying bluntly that customers would never forget such behavior。
A South Korean financial column recently warned that as new capacity comes online in China，South Korea’s memory industry could face oversupply in 2029。
ACF 2026 focuses on digital technology and sustainable engineering as the concrete industry moves toward low-carbon smart transformation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The 11th Asian Concrete Federation International Conference (ACF 2026) was held from October 14 to 15，as 台灣混凝土學會（TCI）celebrated its 20th anniversary。The conference focused on digital technology and sustainable engineering，attracting about 300 delegates from 20 Asian countries and aiming to drive the concrete industry toward low-carbon，smart transformation。
Facts
The 11th Asian Concrete Federation International Conference (ACF 2026) was held from October 14 to 15。
ACF 2026 attracted about 300 delegates from 20 countries in Asia and featured 250 papers。
The conference coincided with the 20th anniversary of 台灣混凝土學會（TCI）。
Since its founding in 2006，台灣混凝土學會 has continued to bring together academia，government，the engineering sector and industry。
Taiwan is gradually adopting innovative technologies including self-compacting concrete (SCC)，controlled low-strength material (CLSM)，high-flow concrete (HFC) and ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC)。
臺企銀 unveils Kaohsiung service center，posts AUM of NT$28.9 billion in 2 and a half months
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臺企銀 has responded to government policy by setting up operations in the Kaohsiung zone，with its high-asset business reaching AUM of NT$28.9 billion in just over 2 months。Chairman Li Jiaxiang presided over the unveiling ceremony and set out 4 core strategies to expand the bank’s wealth management business。
Facts
臺企銀 Chairman Li Jiaxiang presided over the unveiling ceremony for its high-asset service center today (the 15th)。
臺企銀’s high-asset business surpassed AUM of NT$28.9 billion in 2 and a half months after its launch。
臺企銀 officially launched its high-asset business in July this year。
The application threshold for high-asset customers at 臺企銀 is net financial assets of more than NT$100 million.
臺企銀's wealth management business has maintained strong growth for 3 consecutive years.
臺企銀 offers solutions including financing against portfolios of financial assets (Lombard lending), premium financing and loans secured by special-purpose trust assets.
臺企銀 encourages employees to obtain the CFP international certification for advanced financial planning consultants.
Who made the call to restrict Starshield in Ukraine? Musk says Trump has the final say
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
SpaceX founder Elon Musk confirmed that the Starshield system is controlled by the U.S. government, with the decision to impose speed limits resting with Trump. Ukraine accused the limits of disrupting anti-drone missions. Some Starlink functions have now been restored, but Ukraine continues to call for the Starshield speed restrictions to be lifted.
Facts
Musk said the Starshield system is owned and controlled by the U.S. government, and that the U.S. president makes the final decision on speed or usage restrictions.
Ukraine's defense technology adviser Serhii Beskrestnov accused SpaceX of imposing speed restrictions on Starlink terminals in motion without prior notice.
The speed restrictions disrupted Ukraine's air defense capability to intercept Russian Shahed drones.
Starlink has restored the ability to maintain a connection when terminals are moving at speeds of up to 160 kilometers per hour.
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Fedorov stressed that fully lifting Starshield's speed restrictions is crucial to Ukraine's defense.
Foreign investors end 6-session buying streak; 國喬 posts September standalone loss of NT$400 million
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
國喬 reported a standalone after-tax net loss of NT$401 million for September, with its cumulative loss widening in the first half. Shares hit limit-down amid a correction in plastics stocks, while foreign investors ended a 6-session buying streak and sold 27,000 lots. The company is continuing its shift toward semiconductor materials and green energy, and forecasts an industry recovery in 2029.
Facts
國喬 reports a standalone after-tax net loss of NT$401 million for September.
國喬's standalone after-tax net loss for September fell 30.02% year over year.
國喬's cumulative net loss in the first half of this year (2026) reached NT$1.68.
Foreign investors ended a 6-session buying streak in 國喬 and switched to selling 27,000 lots.
國喬 estimates that 2029 could mark a turning point for an overall industry recovery.
三顧 partners with 正揚 to advance 2 key products—a platelet lysate and a dry eye treatment—targeting opportunities in regenerative medicine and ophthalmology.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
三顧 (3224-TW) announced at an investor conference that it is partnering with 正揚 to advance hPL and Elate Ocular products, and will build an iCDMO base with 樂迦 as it expands into the regenerative medicine and ophthalmology markets.
Facts
三顧 and 正揚 have formed a strategic partnership to advance 2 products: human platelet lysate (hPL) and the dry eye treatment Elate Ocular.
三顧 is responsible for GMP manufacturing of the human platelet lysate, while 正揚 handles sales and promotion; shipments have already begun.
The dry eye treatment Elate Ocular has been revised to a single Phase 3 clinical trial, with 400 participants expected to be enrolled.
三顧 has established a commercial licensing relationship for iPSC with Kyoto University's iPS Academia Japan.
三顧 is partnering with 樂迦 to advance into iCDMO, aiming to become the global manufacturing partner of choice for cell therapy products.
元太 unveils next-generation color e-paper technology E Ink Kaleido 4, incorporated into Hanwang M10C second-generation smart notebook.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
元太 announced the launch of its E Ink Kaleido 4 color e-paper technology. 漢王科技 is the first to incorporate it into the M10C second-generation notebook, the world's first end-device to adopt the technology, aiming to enhance color performance and dynamic display capabilities.
漢王科技's M10C second-generation smart e-paper notebook is the world's first end product to use E Ink Kaleido 4.
OriginalE Ink Kaleido 4的色域容積為前代的2倍，達到40K以上。
E Ink Kaleido 4's white-screen reflectance has increased by 15%.
E Ink Kaleido 4's contrast has increased by 50%.
E Ink Kaleido 4 supports video playback through a new algorithm and can display 18 frames per second (18 FPS).
漢王科技 combined its “pressure-boost floating technology” with the T2000 timing controller chip, increasing page-turning and scrolling speeds on the M10C second-generation device by 27%.
“Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me”: This steel stock is keeping traders on edge
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs will report its third-quarter earnings on September 19. Its shares surged nearly 16% after its July earnings report, putting traders on high alert for volatility. Analysts recommend using a double diagonal spread to navigate a sharp drop in volatility while limiting risk.
Facts
Cleveland-Cliffs will release its third-quarter earnings before the market opens next Monday (19) U.S. Eastern time.
After its July earnings report, the stock surged nearly 16% in a single day.
As of September 30, short interest accounted for about 14% of the company's shares outstanding.
Khouw recommends a double diagonal spread, selling short-dated options and buying longer-dated options to limit risk.
The double diagonal spread has a net debit of $0.24 per share, or a net cost of $24 per options contract, excluding transaction fees.
New information revealed for the major “Ashlands” update to Windrose! Freely customize your ship’s decorations and colors
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ポケットペア has published the 2nd development blog about the major “Ashlands” update for the pirate survival-crafting game Windrose, revealing details of the ship exterior customization feature.
[Kita Ward residents only] November-only campaign | Have unused skis, snowboards and boots collected before the winter sports season | まるっと本舗 junk removal
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
SYSTR株式会社 is running a winter sports equipment collection campaign in Tokyo’s Kita Ward in November 2026, offering a discount of up to 1,000 yen when customers use a flat-rate package.
University Power Rankings announces its “Universities with the Most Short-Term Study Abroad Programs” ranking: a 2026 survey report on universities in Japan
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ポップコーン株式会社 has announced its 2026 ranking of universities with the most short-term study abroad programs on its web media site, “University Power Rankings.” With short-term study abroad accounting for 66% of all programs in a JASSO survey, Chiba University ranked 1st, Waseda University 2nd, and Meiji University 3rd.
Facts
Short-term study abroad programs lasting less than 1 month exceeded 60,000 participants
Accounting for 66% of all study abroad programs
Reviewed 61 major universities
Ranked the 29 universities that publish figures for short-term program participants
Of the 91,054 Japanese students who began studying abroad
60,301 took short-term study abroad programs lasting less than 1 month
At 60,301 (66.2%)
An increase of 3,257 (5.7%) from the previous academic year
Of the 2,978 students sent abroad in the 2025 academic year
2,708 were on programs lasting less than 1 month (within 30 days)
The 2,708 students accounted for 91%
Of the 3,147 Japanese students who actually traveled abroad
2,221 participated in short-term study abroad
“CIE Short-Term Program”: 603 students
Overseas seminars: 586 students
Combined with 1,032 students in other overseas travel programs
From 1,065 students in the 2022 academic year
To 2,640 in the 2024 academic year
An increase of 2.5 times
Of the 2,101 students sent abroad in the 2024 academic year
943 participated
1,083 students traveled to 16 countries
Excluding the 263 students at affiliated Fukuoka International University of Health and Welfare
The total includes the remaining 820 students
Of the 1,044 students sent abroad in the 2025 academic year
684 took part in short-term study abroad programs
The total of 340 students in DD programs
Sophia University (571 students)
Musashino University (562 students)
From a short-term study abroad subtotal of 741 students
Excluding 179 online participants
Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (558 students)
Resona Holdings and JCB have signed a capital and business alliance agreement to deepen their collaboration. The りそなグループ is expected to hold 5.27% of JCB.
JOMOO, a home water-fixtures manufacturer operating in more than 120 countries worldwide, makes full-scale entry into Japan. Opens a Tokyo showroom and begins recruiting sales partners
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
JOMOO, a home water-fixtures manufacturer, opened a showroom in Tokyo on October 13, 2026, marking its full-scale entry into the Japanese market. The company displayed products including the X40 smart toilet and began recruiting sales partners, targeting construction firms and design offices.
Turn a small island into a great kingdom with a tap! City-building × clicker × resource management game Clicky Islands set for release on Monday, November 16! New trailer also revealed
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ポケットペアパブリッシング, the publishing label of 株式会社ポケットペア, has announced that it will release Clicky Islands, a city-building × clicker × resource management game developed by Polish indie game studio Karrot Games, on Steam on November 16, 2026.
CONTROL Resonant physical edition launches today for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X
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Remedy Entertainment launched physical editions of CONTROL Resonant, the sequel to the award-winning CONTROL, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X worldwide on October 15, 2026. The Standard Edition and SteelBook® Edition are available, priced from €59.99 to €69.99. Merchandise created in collaboration with iam8bit is also available for preorder, and Steam/Mac versions are planned for release later this year.
ASUS JAPAN to launch ROG XBOX Ally X20, a 20th-anniversary model celebrating the founding of the ROG brand, on October 16
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ASUS JAPAN株式会社 will launch the ROG XBOX Ally X20, a 20th-anniversary model celebrating the founding of the ROG brand, and the special ROG XBOX Ally X20 Bundle on October 16. The devices feature an AMD processor and a 7.4-inch OLED display, and are now available through sales partners including Amazon and ビックカメラ.
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20th anniversary of the ROG brand
Sales begin on Friday, October 16
7.4-inch OLED display
Bezel width reduced by approximately 60%
Refresh rate: 120Hz
Response time: 0.2 ms
Maximum brightness: 1,400 nits
Power consumption reduced by approximately 75% compared with the previous model
Can be operated with an input force of approximately 90 g
[Table tennis T.League news] October 15 edition: Results from previous matches and highlights of upcoming fixtures (Nojima T.League 2026-2027 season)
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This report covers the results of matches on October 9 and 10 in the Nojima T.League 2026-2027 season, as well as highlights of matches scheduled for October 17 and 18. In the men’s league, 日本ペイントマレッツ climbed to 3rd place with 3 consecutive wins. Players to watch include Kenta Matsudaira of 金沢ポート, while 岡山リベッツ could reach a record milestone. In the women’s league, トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋 are on a 10-match winning streak to start the season, while ニッペM are aiming to set a new winning-streak record.
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日本ペイントマレッツ 4-0 京都カグヤライズ
Original日本ペイントマレッツ 3-1 木下アビエル神奈川
First 3-game winning streak of the season
Also climbed to 3rd place
On a 10-game winning streak to open the season
The T.League Women's record winning streak is 11 games
Announcement of the establishment of 株式会社ReBlueTech - Commercializing in-pipe inspection robots developed at 立命館大学
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株式会社ReBlueTech was established on October 15, 2026, based on in-pipe inspection robot technology developed at 立命館大学. It is advancing development of the self-propelled robots “AIRo-8” and “Xbot-R” for sewer pressure pipes, with the aim of commercializing them in fiscal 2027.
Dubai Research Institute surveys apartment sale prices; transactions concentrated in bands below the average price [September 2026]
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株式会社ドバイ総合研究所ホールディングス analyzed 8,757 residential apartment sales in Dubai in September 2026. It reported that the average price was AED 1,631,859, while most transactions were in the AED 1,000,000–1,500,000 range.
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8,757 transactions
AED 1,631,859
AED 1,000,000–1,500,000
Transaction No. 4,379
2,096 transactions
Companies mentioned：株式会社ドバイ総合研究所ホールディングス、DRI Real Estate LLC、DRI Consultancy FZ-LLC
Shimane Prefectural Oki Dozen High School's 70th anniversary commemorative book, “A Commemorative Book to Visit,” wins the 2026 Good Design Award
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The 70th anniversary commemorative book of Shimane Prefectural Oki Dozen High School, “A Commemorative Book to Visit,” won the 2026 Good Design Award, presented by 公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会.
“Roland-Garros Junior Series by ルノー” 2026 Tokyo Tournament: Results for Thursday, October 15
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Results have been announced for the second day of round-robin play, held October 15 at the 2026 Tokyo Tournament of “Roland-Garros Junior Series by ルノー.” A total of 32 junior players from countries and regions across Asia are competing, and the boys' and girls' winners will earn places in the 2027 Paris main draw.