Are foreign investors still bearish？Taiwan stocks plunge more than 2,200 points for the week；analyst identifies 2 major market focuses：a bottom must be reached before consolidation can end
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Analyst Li Yongnian said foreign investors remain bearish on Taiwan stocks, though their short-selling pressure has eased，and the widening US-Taiwan interest-rate gap has prompted signs of capital outflows。Technically, the weekly chart plunged，and bulls need to reclaim 49,272 points within 3 weeks to end the consolidation。The market is watching the situation in the Middle East and US AI earnings。
Facts
Taiwan stocks plunged 1,655.96 points on the 15th，closing at 46,969.87 points，with trading value reaching NT$1.31977 trillion。
Recently, foreign investors have not only sold stocks but also shown signs of capital outflows，mainly because continued US rate hikes and Taiwan's decision not to follow have widened the interest-rate gap。
The weekly index fell 2,202 points，and bulls need to push it back above 49,272 points within 3 weeks to end the consolidation。
US AI-related stocks such as NVIDIA、Amazon and Meta are set to report earnings；if they cannot cover their expenses, they may issue corporate bonds，creating a crowding-out effect on funding。
Local governments also praise subsidies for older adults’ health insurance！Wang Wanyu slams the blue、green and white camps：they are scrambling to hand out election gifts，but who will pay the bill？
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Taiwan People's Party Chair Wang Wanyu criticized the Legislative Yuan for passing a bill on central government subsidies for older adults’ health insurance，accusing the blue、green and white parties of competing to make campaign promises without planning funding sources，leaving the central government with nearly NT$40 billion in additional annual costs。She also questioned whether the measure overlooks other social welfare needs such as childcare and housing。
Facts
The Legislative Yuan passed amendments to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act in its third reading on the 16th，stipulating that the central government will subsidize health insurance premiums for people aged 65 and older who meet income requirements。
Taiwan People's Party Chair Wang Wanyu posted on the 17th to criticize the amendments，questioning their funding source and intergenerational fairness。
Wang Wanyu said the amendments would add nearly NT$40 billion in annual government spending。
New Taipei、Taoyuan and other KMT-governed counties and cities，as well as DPP Chiayi County Magistrate Weng Chang-liang and the Tainan City Government，welcomed the central government taking over the subsidies。
Tainan mayoral candidates Chen Ting-fei and Hsieh Lung-chieh called for removing the income threshold so all older adults could pay no health insurance premiums。
Taiwan index futures plunge more than 1,000 points overnight！Expert reveals the key to “buying on dips”：never go all in at once
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台積電 delivered strong results at its earnings conference and raised its revenue outlook，but Taiwan index futures plunged more than 1,000 points overnight under pressure from US stocks。Investment expert Wang Chung-lin urged investors looking to buy on dips to enter in stages rather than go all in at once，and warned of a chain reaction of selling in actively managed ETFs triggered by foreign investor redemptions。
Facts
台積電 held its earnings conference on Thursday（15），forecasting that fourth-quarter revenue could rise more than 15% quarter over quarter and raising its forecast for this year's US-dollar revenue growth to 44% year over year。
Influenced by US stock market performance，Taiwan index futures fell 1,144 points，or 2.42%，to close at 46,140 points。
Investment expert Wang Chung-lin advised investors facing a sharp one-day market drop to buy on dips “a little at a time”，and cautioned against investing all their funds at once。
10/17 International Evening Briefing｜Trump exempts Russian energy from tariffs；says China's nuclear arsenal will catch up with the US in 5 years；Caixin reports Huang Qifan was taken away
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Trump exempted Russian energy from tariffs to stabilize domestic oil prices，and predicted that China's nuclear arsenal would match the US arsenal in 五 years。In China，former Chongqing Mayor Huang Qifan was reportedly taken away for investigation over alleged corruption；the STAR Market index plunged，while a surge in exports sparked trade concerns in Europe and the US。
Facts
Trump signs executive order exempting Russian energy from sanctions and tariffs under the Graham Act
Trump expects China's nuclear arsenal to catch up with the US in 5 years
Former Chongqing Mayor Huang Qifan taken away for investigation over suspected serious violations of discipline and law
China's STAR 50 Index has plunged nearly 40% in total in the second half of this year
Can an ETF with an annualized distribution yield above 20% really earn you 20%？Analyst debunks stock market beginners’ misconception：high distributions do not mean high returns
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An analyst debunked stock market beginners’ misconception that an ETF with an annualized distribution yield above 20% guarantees a 20% return，stressing that high distributions do not mean high returns。
Senior welfare law amendment means “young people pay for health insurance”？Ko Wen-je accuses Lai government of cognitive warfare：social welfare policies should be consistent
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The Taiwan People's Party caucus pushed for amendments to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act，which the Legislative Yuan passed to provide full subsidies for health insurance premiums for people aged 65 and older who meet the income threshold。Ko Wen-je criticized the government for misleading people by saying young people would pay for it，stressing that the costs should come from the government budget to maintain fiscal discipline。
Facts
The Legislative Yuan passed the amendment at a plenary session on the 16th，with 60 votes in favor and 39 against。
Ko Wen-je criticized the Lai government for framing the waiver of health insurance premiums for older adults as making young people pay，calling it cognitive warfare。
Ko Wen-je stressed that the corresponding funding should come from the national government's social welfare budget。
Ko Wen-je opposes distributing 10,000 and 20,000 in cash to everyone。
Could he appear onstage with Chiang Wan-an？Ko Wen-je quotes the “Diamond Sutra” to say Taipei's mayoral race has too much packaging：what candidates do matters more than what they say
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On the 17th，Ko Wen-je responded to a question about appearing onstage with Chiang Wan-an，saying he is rarely in Taipei and quoting the “Diamond Sutra” to criticize the excessive packaging in the election。He stressed that voters should focus on candidates’ actual deeds，suggesting they examine concrete achievements by Shen Po-yang，including at the Kuma Academy，to make voting decisions rationally。
Facts
Ko Wen-je responded on the 17th to questions about whether he would appear onstage with Chiang Wan-an。
Ko Wen-je said he is hardly ever in Taipei City these days。
Ko Wen-je quoted a passage from the “Diamond Sutra” as a metaphor for the Taipei mayoral race，saying there is too much packaging in this election。
Ko Wen-je said DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang has served in the Legislative Yuan for 2 years。
Ko Wen-je called for the public disclosure of the Kuma Academy's annual revenue and the number of militia members it has trained，among other performance figures。
2026 TAKAO Fengchao rocks Weiwuying！Kang Yu-cheng wears Paiwan attire：pledges council's strongest support for Indigenous people
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Kaohsiung's annual Indigenous cultural celebration, “2026 TAKAO Fengchao,” opened at Weiwuying Metropolitan Park，with attendance reaching a record high。Kaohsiung City Council Speaker Kang Yu-cheng attended and pledged the council's support for Indigenous rights；the event showcased cultural diversity through a market，performances and concerts。
Facts
The 2026 TAKAO Indigenous Joint Harvest Festival opened at Weiwuying Metropolitan Park，with attendance reaching a record high。
The event brought together 7 Indigenous groups and 60 Indigenous organizations for performances，and featured more than 200 stalls at a market showcasing Indigenous products。
Kaohsiung City Council Speaker Kang Yu-cheng attended the opening ceremony wearing traditional Paiwan clothing，pledging that the city council would continue to be the strongest supporter of Indigenous people。
Kaohsiung's Indigenous population has topped 42,000，and the city is home to the largest number of Indigenous peoples in Taiwan，with 17 groups。
Kang Yu-cheng thanked Indigenous city councilors for securing a nutrition program that provides Indigenous schoolchildren in rural areas with 2 additional bottles of milk each week。
Leave your weariness to the mountain winds！At the “2026 Pingtung Wind Festival,” lie on the grass at a school without walls and listen to songs that carry across mountains and sea
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The 2026 Pingtung Wind Festival will be held from October 23 to 25 at the Mudan Visitor Center。With the theme “Excuse me, I'm off to let loose,” it will combine concerts，a market and tribal experiences to create an open-air school for unwinding。
Facts
The 2026 Pingtung Wind Festival will take place from October 23 to 25。
The event will be held at the Mudan Visitor Center。
The Big Wind Festival concert will feature 26 performing groups。
The Wind Festival general store market will bring together 35 local specialty brands。
The Let-Loose Supply Action coffee truck will give away 100 free cups of coffee each day，while supplies last。
Shuttle service for visitors from outside the area will operate from 13:00 to 21:00。
Taiwan index futures plunge 1144 points overnight！Ruan Mu-hua reveals surge in CDS premiums for AI leasing sector and “三 major mismatches”
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Ruan Mu-hua analyzed the plunge in Taiwan index futures overnight and the US stock market correction，pointing to soaring CDS spreads and 三 major mismatch risks facing AI computing-power rental companies such as CoreWeave，and expressing concern that credit pressures could spread。
Facts
Taiwan index futures fell 1144 points in overnight trading from the evening of the 16th to the early hours of the 17th，closing at 46140 points。
On Friday，the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index fell 3.83% and the Nasdaq Composite fell 2.14%。
Ed Yardeni lowered his S&P 500 target for the end of 2026 from 8400 points to 7900 points。
CoreWeave's 5-year CDS spread rose from 368 basis points on October 6 to 1088 basis points on October 15。
Ruan Mu-hua pointed out that the computing-power leasing industry faces 3 types of mismatch risks: contract term, cost and customer concentration.
He often does the masonry and carpentry work at home himself! Taoyuan skills competition results announced; Su Chun-bin: Even AI cannot replace the skills of master craftsmen
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Taoyuan Deputy Mayor Su Chun-bin attended a skills promotion event on the 17th, emphasizing that master-level craftsmanship is irreplaceable in the AI era. The competition covered 6 major categories, with 48 contestants vying for awards. A total of 18 trophies were ultimately presented to honor top craftspeople, with the aim of promoting the transmission and exchange of skills.
Facts
Taoyuan Deputy Mayor Su Chun-bin attended the 115年度 Taoyuan Skills Transmission and Achievement Promotion and Master Craftsperson Recognition Event.
The skills competition covered 6 major categories: masonry, welding, painting, nail art, floral design and visual arts.
In 115年度, 48 contestants registered to compete in 6 categories.
Following reviews and practical assessments, the top 3 in each category were selected, and 18 trophies were presented.
Su Chun-bin emphasized that craftspeople must hone their skills through repeated practice and refinement to reach master-level standards.
The event has been held since 108年, with the Taoyuan Labor Affairs Bureau outlining the details.
Kaohsiung startups vie for corporate procurement opportunities! Youth Bureau joins hands with Le Phare to connect 8 teams and expand markets; Lin Kai-hsuan: An accelerator for industry connections
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The 高雄市政府青年局 and Le Phare共享空間 jointly held an event at Qiaotou Sugar Factory, bringing together 8 startup teams to showcase wellness, sustainable food and design services to businesses. The initiative aims to help startups enter corporate procurement chains and lower barriers to business collaboration through an integrated platform.
Facts
This year, the 高雄市政府青年局 launched the “Youth-Friendly Startup Spaces Promotion Plan” for the first time, drawing on private-sector co-working spaces to support young startup teams.
The event was held at the Future Paradise Hall at Qiaotou Sugar Factory, bringing together 8 startup teams to showcase innovative services.
Youth Bureau Director Lin Kai-hsuan said the bureau has partnered with 5 private co-working spaces in its first initiative this year to establish a startup support system.
Le Phare共享空間 General Manager Cheng Li-chung said that a single point of contact lowers the cost for businesses of communicating across teams.
The event featured reusable display stands to demonstrate low-carbon exhibition applications, incorporating environmental sustainability into display design.
Participating teams included wellness-focused groups such as 好關係事務所, 海岳意象工作室 and 敲敲癒心房.
Teams in the sustainable food sector included 植接嚴選, 微倫米 and 餐桌製造.
After Hours International》Can AI stocks still be chased? Lin Hung-wen reveals the valuation formula behind 台積電 at NT$3,000; why cooling leader 奇鋐 dares not take all its orders
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Veteran technology journalist Lin Hung-wen analyzed the state of the AI industry on 《下班國際線》, discussing the potential valuation of 台積電 and 奇鋐’s cautious order-taking strategy. He stressed that investors should pay attention to the realization of profits and capacity risks.
Facts
Lin Hung-wen said that if 台積電 reaches EPS of NT$150 in 2027 and a price-to-earnings ratio of 20 times, its share price could be calculated at NT$3,000.
奇鋐 currently faces strong demand for orders, but the company has chosen to take only about 六成 of them.
Some research reports have raised their estimates for 台積電’s 2027 EPS from NT$130 to NT$140 and NT$150.
Lin Hung-wen believes the AI industry has entered a more intense second phase of competition.
奇鋐 already has a sizable production footprint in Vietnam.
1 in every 5 child accidents happens at home! Kaohsiung Social Affairs Bureau and Jing Chuan Foundation uncover home safety risks
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The 高雄市政府社會局 and Jing Chuan Child Safety Foundation held a child safety awareness event on the 17th, providing education in response to the high rate of accidents at home. Through scenario simulations and escape exercises, the event promoted the “五心口訣” to raise safety awareness among parents and children.
Facts
News reports on child accident injuries over the past 2 years show that, on average, 1 in every 5 child accidents occurs at home.
World Health Organization data indicate that about 三分之一 of injury incidents worldwide occur inside homes.
Doing good also takes management skills! Three NTU College of Management programs celebrate together for the first time, calling on all sectors to support construction of the Third Building and shape the future
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臺大管理學院 held a joint anniversary celebration for EMBA, GMBA and EiMBA on Oct. 17, showcasing the achievements of its management education and calling for support for construction of the Third Building to realize its vision of being top in Asia and world-class.
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臺大管理學院 marked the 三十th anniversary of EMBA, the 二十th anniversary of GMBA and the 十th anniversary of EiMBA on Oct. 17, with the 3 programs holding a joint celebration for the first time.
Dean Chen Chia-lin invited alumni, businesses and people from all sectors of society to support construction of the Third Building and work together toward being “top in Asia and world-class.”
The social impact exhibition brought together 五 alumni charitable organizations, showcasing another kind of impact through management.
The inaugural corporate expo brought together 45 companies and organizations as exhibitors.
An EiMBA student team ranked third in the entrepreneurship category for the Far East region in the 2025 Eduniversal rankings.
The Third Building is planned to have large collaborative learning spaces on floors 三 through 六, connecting students in the various programs with regular undergraduates.
The anniversary celebration will be held on Oct. 17 and 18 at Building 1 of the College of Management. Admission is free.
Friends of Young Entrepreneurs Support Association established; Chang Chia-chun unveils 六 major youth policies and pledges an additional NT$100 million annually
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Yunlin County Magistrate candidate Chang Chia-chun established the Friends of Young Entrepreneurs Support Association and proposed 六 action policies for youth development, pledging an additional NT$100 million in funding each year to promote youth employment, entrepreneurship and participation in county affairs.
Facts
Yunlin County Magistrate candidate Chang Chia-chun established the Friends of Young Entrepreneurs Support Association on the 17th.
Original張嘉郡提出「平步青雲・青年發展六大行動」政策。
Chang Chia-chun pledged to add NT$100 million to the youth budget each year.
The budget for the youth entrepreneurship support program will be raised to more than 兩倍 its previous level.
The plan aims to provide guidance to 30 to 50 youth-led brands each year.
Lai Wei-ting, a director of 青商總會, will serve as chair of the Friends of Young Entrepreneurs Support Association.
The sixth policy supports emerging performances such as music, street dance and skateboarding.
Can changing his name from “Chang Wei-chun” to “Chang Chun” turn the page? Three major social media platforms dig up old court records ordering rehabilitation training
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As Hualien County Magistrate candidate Chang Chun established his campaign headquarters, social media users unearthed his past involvement in violence and subsequent rehabilitation training, sparking a new controversy in the election campaign.
Facts
Chang Chun established his campaign headquarters on the 17th and announced his bid for Hualien County magistrate.
Chang Chun was formerly known as Chang Wei-chun and was involved in an assault after taking offense at someone looking at him.
Chang Chun was once reported as a “serious hooligan” and a court ordered him to undergo rehabilitation training.
A breaking news post appeared on PTT’s Gossiping board, citing historical newspaper reports from 民國95年 and court ruling documents.
The Facebook page “鎖綠鴉” posted that Chang Chun should explain his past judicial record to voters.
“拾月山海” market opens at Hsinchu’s Beida Park! 32 local vendors and sustainable DIY activities offer food, fun and more
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The 勞動部勞動力發展署桃竹苗分署 held the “拾月山海” market at Hsinchu’s Beida Park on the 17th, bringing together 32 local vendors and sustainable DIY activities. The event supports the Multiple Employment Promotion Program and the Employment Empowerment Program, fostering local revitalization.
Facts
The 勞動部勞動力發展署桃竹苗分署 held the “拾月山海・多元永續生活節” at Beida Park in Hsinchu City on the 17th.
The market featured 32 specialty vendors from the Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli region.
The event featured 6 sustainable DIY workshops covering marine waste recycling, bamboo weaving, persimmon dyeing, plant printing, natural mosquito repellent and Hakka red tortoise cakes.
The “心視界樂團” of the 社團法人苗栗縣視覺障礙福利協進會 performed as the opening act at the market.
The Ministry of Labor continues to assist private organizations in using local resources to develop diverse services and distinctive industries through the “Multiple Employment Promotion Program” and the “Employment Empowerment Program.”
Wu Hsiu-hua releases campaign theme MV 《秀台東》, singing of her love for Taitung through local music
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The campaign headquarters of Taitung County Magistrate candidate Wu Hsiu-hua released her campaign theme MV 《秀台東》 on the 17th, combining local music with highlights from her public service career to deepen residents’ identification with Taitung culture and emotional connection to the region.
Facts
Wu Xiuhua, a candidate for Taitung County magistrate, launched her campaign theme music video, “Show Taitung,” on the 17th.
The music video “Show Taitung” documents Wu Xiuhua’s visits to Taitung’s 16 townships and cities and her interactions with local residents.
The central theme of the lyrics to “Show Taitung” is: “Step by step, we enter your everyday life and mine; listening to every voice and supporting every dream.”
Wu Xiuhua believes that stories belonging to Taitung should be sung in Taitung’s own voice.
Wu Xiuhua said that the most precious thing she has gained in public service is the bonds she has built with local residents.
Chang Chia-chun and former Yuanchang Township Mayor Lee Tsung-mao Launch Joint Campaign Headquarters, Unite Local Forces to Win Residents’ Support
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Chang Chia-chun, a candidate for Yunlin County magistrate, and Lee Tsung-mao, a candidate for Yuanchang Township mayor, established a joint campaign headquarters on the 17th to unite local forces and win residents’ support. Chang said she would improve agricultural value-added opportunities and transportation infrastructure, while Lee praised the incumbent administration’s achievements and called for its public service to continue.
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Chang Chia-chun and Lee Tsung-mao established a joint campaign headquarters in Yuanchang on the 17th.
Lee Tsung-mao served as speaker of the Yuanchang Township Representatives Council for 8 years.
Chang Chia-chun plans to improve Route 202 bus service between Yuanchang and the Yunlin HSR station.
Chang Chia-chun proposed introducing Happy Bus 2.0 to meet feeder transport needs in remote areas.
Peanuts are Yuanchang Township’s signature agricultural product.
Lee Tsung-mao said incumbent County Magistrate Chang Li-shan has worked harder in her second term than in her first.
YOYO Family Brings the House Down at Banqiao 435 Art Zone! “435 Autumn Days” Market Treasure Hunt and Autumn Elf Challenge Make for a Fun-Filled Weekend!
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The Banqiao 435 Art Zone in New Taipei City held the “435 Autumn Days” market concert on the 17th, combining a YOYO Family performance, a creative market and parent-child challenge games to create an autumn arts festival.
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The Banqiao 435 Art Zone in New Taipei City held the “435 Autumn Days” market concert on the 17th.
The event featured singing and dancing by YOYO Family.
The venue featured 15 creative and food market stalls and 35 stalls at the “Little Bosses’ Market.”
The “435 Autumn Elf Challenge and Stamp Rally” featured 7 outdoor game stations.
Visitors who walked 5,000 steps that day could redeem a market voucher worth 50 yuan.
Reading for a Lower Carbon Footprint! New Taipei City Library Launches Building Carbon Audits as 2026 New Taipei Green Reading READCYCLE Gets Underway, Creating a New Sustainable Reading Routine
New Taipei Cultural Ambassadors Showcase Their Creativity: “Young Young, Come Play on the Streets” Brings Generations Together to Pass on Culture
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The New Taipei City Government’s Department of Cultural Affairs held the “Young Young, Come Play on the Streets” event at the Fuzhong Rear Station Plaza on the 17th, promoting local culture through a creative market, performances and the “Generations in One Boat” competition. A certificate ceremony for the New Taipei Cultural Ambassadors was also held, with 41 young participants officially receiving their certificates and demonstrating the energy of youth engagement in community culture.
Facts
The event was held at the Fuzhong Rear Station Plaza on the afternoon of the 17th, featuring 20 specialty creative market stalls and street performers.
The New Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs held a certificate ceremony for the New Taipei Cultural Ambassadors, with 41 young participants receiving certificates.
The event embraced the principle of “Passing on Culture, Moving Forward Across Generations” and held the “Generations in One Boat” competition.
Youth teams took part in community-based learning in 5 of New Taipei’s distinctive communities: Tamsui, Banqiao, Pinglin, Linkou and Xinzhuang.
Chen Ming-chang, a senior specialist with the New Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs, said the program puts young people at its core and cultivates teams equipped to put cultural ideas into practice.
“2026 New Taipei Good Market Festival” Brings Together 40 Stalls at Banqiao’s Fuzhong on 10/17-18; Mayor Hou Yu-ih: 25 Markets Rebuilt in 8 Years to Give Traditional Markets a New Look
During the event, users of “New Taipei Coin” who are members of the “My New Taipei City App” and complete designated tasks can receive a coupon worth 100 yuan.
Banqiao Xinxing Night Market, Nanya Night Market and Yingge Longfeng Night Market will take turns hosting the “Good Market Relay: Shop from Day to Night” event.
Quality vendors from Taipei, Keelung and Taoyuan have been invited to take part, bringing together local specialties from across the region.
The fruit of the Taiwan rain tree resembles a small lantern, earning it the nickname “lantern tree.”
Pink seed pods are now appearing in locations across the region, and the scenic display is expected to last through the end of the year.
Visitors are encouraged to enjoy the scenery along the trails on the right bank of the Dahan River, between Tucheng Mazutian and Hengxi Riverside Park.
The High Beach and Riverside Engineering Management Office invites residents to plan a riverside outing and enjoy the comfortable autumn and winter weather and natural scenery.
From flowering to fruiting, the Taiwan rain tree changes with the seasons and is a distinctive autumn highlight of New Taipei’s riverside landscape.
Hsu Hsin-ying’s Campaign Headquarters Unveiled in Grand Ceremony, Pledging Victory on Three Fronts: Unity, Strength and Integrity
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Hsu Hsin-ying, the Kuomintang candidate for Hsinchu County magistrate, held a campaign headquarters unveiling ceremony on the 17th, with County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke and other party and government officials in attendance. Hsu pledged to focus on unity, strength and integrity, drawing on her experience as a county councilor for two terms and a legislator for two terms as she seeks re-election and vows to safeguard Hsinchu County’s development.
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Hsu Hsin-ying held an unveiling ceremony for her campaign headquarters on the 17th.
Hsu Hsin-ying outlined three key campaign priorities: “unity, strength and integrity.”
Hsu Hsin-ying has served two terms as a Hsinchu County councilor and two terms as a legislator.
Hsinchu County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke is serving as director of Hsu Hsin-ying’s campaign headquarters.
The campaign had 42 days remaining at the time of the ceremony.
Former Taoyuan County Magistrate Wu Chih-yang attended to convey the congratulations of honorary chair Wu Poh-hsiung.
Yang Wen-ke said average household income in Hsinchu County exceeds that in Taipei City.
Cheng Chao-fang Accused of Spending Nearly 10 Million on Mayor’s Office Renovation; Chen Kuan-yu: How Did Community Center Funds Become a Luxury Office?
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Chen Kuan-yu, a candidate for the Zhubei City Representatives Council, accused Mayor Cheng Chao-fang of diverting nearly 10 million yuan from a 22 million yuan budget originally allocated for renovating a community activity center to refurbish the mayor’s office, sparking controversy over the use of public funds.
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Zhubei Mayor Cheng Chao-fang is again embroiled in controversy over the use of public funds. Candidate Chen Kuan-yu alleged in a Facebook post that the city government may have diverted nearly 10 million yuan from the 22 million yuan budget originally allocated to renovate a community activity center to refurbish the mayor’s office.
In the final year of former Mayor Ho Kan-ming’s term, a budget of 22 million yuan was allocated for interior renovations to the community activity center and approved by the newly elected Representatives Council.
Chen Kuan-yu criticized the community activity center for remaining unusable while the mayor had a luxury office built first, questioning whether the city government had its priorities backward.
Chen Kuan-yu publicly raised three questions for Cheng Chao-fang: Why does the office used by successive mayors need extensive renovations? How was the original 22 million yuan budget allocated? And what was the actual cost of renovating the mayor’s office?
Chen Kuan-yu described the renovated mayor’s office as often being tightly locked up, like a “private luxury reception hall.”
Su Chiao-hui goes all-out in the Shuanghe campaign, unveiling visions for an arts capital in Yonghe and a metro extension to Songshan Airport
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On the 17th, DPP New Taipei mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui attended the campaign headquarters launch for council candidates in Yonghe and Zhonghe, outlining policy visions including making Yonghe an arts capital, establishing an Urban Renewal Bureau and extending the metro to Songshan Airport as she steps up her campaign in Shuanghe.
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On the morning of the 17th, Su Chiao-hui attended the joint campaign headquarters launch held in Yonghe and Zhonghe by New Taipei City Council candidates Lo Wen-chung and Chang Chih-hao.
Su Chiao-hui proposed making Yonghe an “arts capital,” combining local cultural characteristics with artistic energy.
Su Chiao-hui proposed establishing an “Urban Renewal Bureau” and advancing renewal based on 3 publicly led urban renewal projects: the Dachen community, the area around Dingxi MRT Station and the Yonghe Administrative Park.
Su Chiao-hui argued that the Zhonghe Guangfu Line should be extended to Songshan Airport to strengthen New Taipei’s transport network and industrial development.
Su Chiao-hui is working to win more support for the DPP in the Zhonghe constituency, with the goal of “all 3 Zhonghe seats going to the DPP.”
Don’t wait until the end to discuss end-of-life care! Sasa leads 1,000 people in a run for autonomy over life; survey finds more than half of respondents have not discussed medical arrangements with family
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The 2026 World Hospice Day charity run was held on the 17th at Taipei’s Daan Forest Park, with entertainer Sasa and others leading the run to promote medical autonomy. A survey by 器捐病主中心 found that although most people agree that death should be discussed in advance, misconceptions or reluctance to speak up keep them from taking action.
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The 2026 World Hospice Day charity run took place on the 17th at Taipei’s Daan Forest Park, drawing 1,000 participants.
A survey by 器捐病主中心 found that 78.7% of respondents agreed it is important to discuss death in advance.
The survey found that 51.8% of respondents had never discussed future medical care arrangements with family members or other important people in their lives.
Some 46.8% of respondents mistakenly believed that completing an advance decision on medical care meant giving up all medical treatment.
As of September this year, more than 1.18 million people nationwide had recorded their wishes for advance hospice and palliative care.
Only 36.7% of respondents knew that they must first receive an advance care planning consultation before signing an advance decision on medical care.
1,600 postal workers gear up for competition as 24 teams vie for glory and showcase teamwork
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中華郵政 held its 115年 employee sports meet, with about 1,600 employees competing to strengthen team cohesion. Chairman Wang Kuo-tsai used the occasion to emphasize the company’s digital transformation strategy and announced that the “Taipei 2026 World Postage Stamp Exhibition” will be held in November, highlighting the company’s vitality and international outlook.
Facts
中華郵政’s 115年 employee sports meet took place on the 17th at 國立臺灣體育運動大學, with about 1,600 employees competing in 24 teams.
The sports meet was organized by 臺中郵局, with 中華郵政 Chairman Wang Kuo-tsai presiding over the opening ceremony.
This year marks the postal service’s 130th anniversary, and the “Taipei 2026 World Postage Stamp Exhibition” will open on November 20.
The World Postage Stamp Exhibition is expected to attract philatelists and related representatives from 69 countries.
Legislator Ho Hsin-chun said the fruits of the company’s success should be shared with employees, with tangible rewards helping boost morale.
Chang San-cheng rallies for reelection as KMT mayoral candidates from Taipei, New Taipei and Keelung appear together to show unity
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taoyuan Mayor Chang San-cheng held a campaign rally for reelection, with KMT mayoral candidates from Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung and Taoyuan, as well as Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen and New Taipei Mayor Hou You-yi, appearing in support to showcase Blue-White cooperation and unity.
Facts
About 30,000 supporters were at the event
Construction of the Taoyuan Metro’s North Depot began in 2019
But when he took office in 2023
The project had originally been expected to take 7 or 8 years
The city government team reached its goal in just 3 years and 8 months
Chang San-cheng has laid a solid foundation for Taoyuan’s development over the past 4 years
Su Ching-chuan calls for a change of ruling party as Han Kuo-yu backs him, saying “Let the flower bloom 1 time”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 國民黨 candidate for Pingtung County magistrate, Su Ching-chuan, opened his campaign headquarters. Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu appeared in support and called for people to “let the flower bloom 1 time.” Su called for a change of ruling party, and about 5,000 supporters turned out.
Facts
2026 Nine-in-One Elections
Pingtung County, 17th (CNA)
About 5,000 supporters
For 8 years to date
Past 4 years
The 2 parties have waged political battles for 200 years
Health insurance premiums waived for people aged 65 and older
Han Kuo-yu campaigns for Ko Chih-en in Kaohsiung, calls for a “Ko-Lee” alliance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 國民黨’s Kaohsiung mayoral candidate, Ko Chih-en, held a temple-front political talk at Fengyi Temple in Siaogang, where Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu appeared in support and presented a gift, calling for a “Ko-Lee alliance.” Ko discussed increasing the universal cash payment to NT$20,000 and gave her views on Chen Chi-mai’s administration.
Facts
Key News of the 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
The event began at around 7:30 p.m. at Fengyi Temple Da Tian Fu in Siaogang District, Kaohsiung
Han Kuo-yu, Ko Chih-en and Kaohsiung City Council members and candidates from the 國民黨 arrived at around 8:10 p.m.
Han Kuo-yu said that in 2018, “all of Kaohsiung was like boiling water at 100 degrees”
All of Kaohsiung was like boiling water at 100 degrees
The 國民黨 legislative caucus proposed raising the universal cash payment to NT$20,000
The motion was put to a vote to send the draft special act for a universal NT$20,000 payment directly to a second reading
兄弟 lose Taiwan Series G1, hope to learn from it; Hirano urges team to keep fighting with a sense of frustration
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In the opening game of the CPBL Taiwan Series, 中信兄弟 lost 0-3 to 味全龍. Manager Hirano Keiichi said the team would learn from its opponent’s performance and keep fighting with a sense of frustration.
In the 今彩539 draw No. 115252, 3 top-prize tickets each won NT$8 million. There were also 162 second-prize tickets, 99 first-prize winners in 3-Star and 10 first-prize winners in 4-Star.
Massive protests erupt in Tunisia as demonstrators condemn president’s mishandling of economy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Thousands of people took to the streets in Tunisia in a large-scale protest organized by the General Union and civil society groups, condemning President Kais Saied for undermining democracy and mishandling the economy.
Su Chiao-hui and Yen Wei-tzu hold joint campaign rally; Chang Tun-han vows produce market will not move to Luzhou
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Su Chiao-hui, the Democratic Progressive Party’s New Taipei mayoral candidate, and councilor Yen Wei-tzu established a joint campaign headquarters. Executive Yuan Secretary-General Chang Tun-han attended and pledged that the wholesale fruit and vegetable market would not be relocated to Luzhou.
Tsai Ing-wen agrees to serve as honorary chair of Lai Jui-lung campaign, urges supporters to help canvass
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Democratic Progressive Party Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Jui-lung held a campaign headquarters launch rally in Fengshan, attended by former President Tsai Ing-wen, Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim and incumbent Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai. Tsai agreed to serve as honorary chair of the campaign headquarters and urged each supporter to canvass 10 votes. Hsiao emphasized that “the two Lais winning means both win”; Chen showcased party unity and a smooth handover, presenting Lai with a victory banner featuring a large fish; Lai said this was a relay race for Kaohsiung; and former mayor Frank Hsieh hoped Lai would usher in Kaohsiung’s golden 10 years.
Facts
The organizers gave me only 8 minutes
Each person canvass 10 votes
A distance of 150 meters
About a 5-minute walk
It took 3 elections to choose the right person
Successfully challenged the Kuomintang 28 years ago
All Taiwan Games open; President Lai says every sport should have room to develop
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 115 All Taiwan Games opened in Taoyuan. President Lai Ching-te said in his address that every sport should have room to develop, and cited the appointment of Lee Yang as sports minister as support for sports development.
Facts
The 115 National Games.
32 sports
43 competition venues
More than 13,000
6-year-old athlete Chiu Ching-hui
88-year-old athlete Chiu Chui-yuan
45 athletes who had just competed in the Nagoya Asian Games
Anti-child-abuse, protect-children rally takes place on Ketagalan Boulevard; Puma Shen proposes ways to protect children
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Puma Shen attended the “Anti-child-abuse, protect-children” rally on Ketagalan Boulevard, calling for the establishment of anti-abuse standard operating procedures, legal amendments and immediate city government intervention. He also criticized Mayor Chiang Wan-an for his low attendance rate.
Wu Chih-chung attends Spanish National Day reception, hopes to deepen bilateral partnership
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Deputy Foreign Minister Wu Chih-chung was invited to attend the Spanish National Day reception. He thanked Spain for supporting Taiwan’s participation in international affairs and expressed hope for deeper bilateral ties and shared values.
Facts
This year marks the 400th anniversary of the Spanish arrival in Taiwan and Spanish missionaries introducing Catholicism to the island
The Spanish first arrived in northern Taiwan in 1626
Hsu Hsin-ying opens campaign headquarters in Hsinchu County; Cheng Li-wun and Chang San-cheng attend in support
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Kuomintang Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Hsu Hsin-ying opened her campaign headquarters, with Cheng Li-wun, Chang San-cheng and others attending in support. Hsu proposed policies including transportation infrastructure and the Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli Greater Silicon Valley plan.
Protests sweep across France over rising prices and social pressures
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Protests erupted across France over rising prices, social pressures and insufficient public spending. The demonstrations began with high school students in Paris’s northern suburbs voicing frustration over teacher shortages and aging school buildings, then quickly spread into a nationwide movement. The government fears unrest and accused a far-left party of incitement, while also facing the economic challenge of soaring government borrowing costs.
Facts
Hundreds of other protests planned across France
Tens of thousands expected to take part
Borrowing costs soar to their highest level in more than 20 years
A 19-year-old demonstrator who identifies herself as Lola
Broadcast Golden Bell Awards get underway; O-Mark thanks Chang Hsiao-yen for inspiring him to stay in radio
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 61st Broadcasting Golden Bell Awards ceremony took place at the Taipei Music Center, with O-Mark, who has worked in radio for 25 years, hosting for the first time. He thanked Chang Hsiao-yen for inspiring him to stay in radio and noted that 139 works were nominated across 29 award categories.
AI boom takes center stage; Anthropic founder says US GDP could surge
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Anthropic co-founder Clark said at the IMF and World Bank annual meetings in Bangkok that rapid advances in AI capabilities could boost US GDP to $44 trillion before 2030, and stressed the need for international cooperation to establish strict rules。
Vice President Hsiao backs Chen Pin-an and Lin Yue-chin, urges support for professional women to transform Miaoli
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim attended the joint campaign headquarters opening for Democratic Progressive Party Miaoli County magistrate candidate Chen Pin-an and Miaoli City mayoral candidate Lin Yue-chin, voicing support for the 2 professional women and urging local residents to support them to bring change to Miaoli。
Facts
2026 Nine-in-One Elections
Ranked No. 1 on the DPP's 2024 party-list legislative candidate slate
Magong's multi-sport carnival kicks off, drawing 1,200 participants for a lively event
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 2nd Magong City Multi-Sport Carnival was held at the Penghu County Stadium, hosted by Mayor Huang Chien-chung. It drew 1,200 participants from more than 22 communities and teams, with competitions and performances in events including croquet and archery。
Egyptian President Sisi says current term ends in 2030, reiterates he will not amend constitution
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi said his current term will end in 2030 and reiterated that he would not amend the constitution to extend his tenure。
Laonong River underground water project to supply 100,000 tons daily; Cho says it will boost drought resilience
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Premier Cho Jung-tai announced the completion of the Laonong River underground water project, which can increase water supply by 100,000 tons per day and bring the total underground water supply in southern Taiwan to 900,000 tons. The project will also strengthen interregional water transfers through the Pearl Necklace Plan to improve drought resilience。
Facts
Can increase water supply by 100,000 tons per day
The government allocated NT$4.6 billion for the project
350,000 tons before 106 in the ROC calendar
Increase to a maximum daily water intake of 450,000 tons
Daily water supply is expected to reach 900,000 tons
About half of Kaohsiung City's daily water supply
The Gaoping River's flow fell to 8.9 cubic meters per second
Build 16 major water pipelines across Taiwan
11 completed so far
The remaining 5 are expected to be completed in succession
Anti-child-abuse rally held on Ketagalan Boulevard; 夏莉絲幼兒園 victims' self-help group presents demands
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
The 夏莉絲幼兒園 victims' self-help group and independent Taipei City Councilor Hsu Li-hsin held an anti-child-abuse rally on Ketagalan Boulevard, putting forward 5 demands, including establishing a legal basis for comprehensive video surveillance. Taipei Deputy Mayor Lin Yi-hua, Education Department Director Tang Chih-min and Social Welfare Department Director Yao Shu-wen attended and responded, explaining the rates of surveillance camera installation in public areas and classrooms in Taipei。
特斯拉's unveiling of the Roadster electric sports car with flight capabilities has drawn attention. The Ministry of Transportation said that if it is brought to Taiwan, its flight capabilities would have to comply with civil aviation regulations. Scholars said Taiwan's airspace is crowded and national defense takes priority, leaving many restrictions on flying cars。
New Taipei's Su Chiao-hui and councilors open campaign headquarters; Lee Chuan-te to campaign alongside Chiang Wan-an
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
New Taipei City mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui and councilors established a joint campaign headquarters and discussed health insurance for seniors. KMT's Lee Chuan-te will campaign alongside Hou Yu-ih, Chiang Wan-an and Chang San-cheng. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announced that he would lower the threshold for urban renewal to 50%, drawing criticism from DPP's Shen Po-yang。
A spin-off drama starring Yuya Takaki, based on Kaori Ekuni’s “Hadakanbō-tachi,” is here: “Hadakanbō-tachi Another Story” begins streaming exclusively on TELASA today!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
“Another Story,” a spin-off of the drama “Hadakanbō-tachi,” based on a work by Kaori Ekuni, begins streaming exclusively on TELASA. The first part, starring Yuya Takaki, starts streaming on October 17, 2026.
Facts
Streaming begins Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 23:30!
The monthly fee is 990 yen (tax included)
A video streaming platform launched in April 2020.
“Megane no Machi Sabae Mirai Fest 2026” teams up with TGC! Popular TGC models including MINAMI and Noa, as well as EXILE B HAPPY’s TETSUYA, Shogo Iwatani and Shinako, will make appearances one after another!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社W TOKYO collaborated for the 3rd consecutive year with “Megane no Machi Sabae Mirai Fest 2026,” hosted by 福井県鯖江市, and held an event featuring TGC models and EXILE B HAPPY’s TETSUYA, among others.
Facts
3rd consecutive year
2026
Oct. 17, 2026
Approximately 10,000 people in total
Approximately 90% of production share
A history spanning more than 1,000 years
Companies mentioned：株式会社W TOKYO、福井県鯖江市、株式会社LDH JAPAN、福井県立鯖江高等学校、福井文化服装学院、株式会社小学館コロコロコミック研究所、甲府市、山梨県甲府市、EXPG STUDIO
[Chofu City only] November-only campaign | Collection of old massage chairs, massage machines and foot massage tools no longer needed after replacement | Unwanted item collection by まるっと本舗
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
まるっと本舗, an unwanted item collection service operated by SYSTR株式会社, is running a massage equipment collection campaign exclusively in Chofu City during November, offering discounts of up to 1,000 yen to customers using its flat-rate packages.
Facts
Up to ¥1,000 off
Campaign period: November 1, 2026–November 30, 2026
[TVer] “Our Hakone Ekiden,” a drama starring Yo Oizumi: “Our Student Union Training Camp,” an original drama starring the student union team, begins streaming exclusively on TVer
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
TVer will begin streaming the original drama “Our Student Union Training Camp” exclusively from October 17, in addition to offering catch-up streaming of “Our Hakone Ekiden,” starring Yo Oizumi. Interviews are also available in which the actors discuss preparing for their roles and behind-the-scenes stories from filming.
Facts
Airing since Saturday, October 10
“Our Student Union Training Camp” (5 episodes in total)
After the broadcast of Episode 2 on Saturday, October 17
I lost 14 kg so I could keep up with everyone
Catch-up streaming of approximately 1,000 programs at any given time
Hanako takes its show on the road to Hitotsubashi University’s campus festival, “Hitotsubashi-sai”! Public recording event set for Saturday, November 21!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A public recording of Nippon Broadcasting System’s “Hanako no Nantoka Shitarō!” will be held at Hitotsubashi University’s campus festival, “Hitotsubashi-sai,” on November 21, 2026. Admission is free and requires advance registration, and the recording is scheduled to air later as a special program.
Kanto attractiveness rankings 2026 — Major reshuffling of Kanto rankings (based on the Regional Brand Survey 2026)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
An analysis of the attractiveness rankings of Kanto’s 7 prefectures based on the “Regional Brand Survey 2026.” Tokyo ranked 4th and Kanagawa Prefecture 5th, switching places. Chiba Prefecture ranked 19th and is on a downward trend, while Saitama Prefecture rebounded to 44th. Tochigi Prefecture held steady at 39th, while Gunma and Ibaraki prefectures ranked 45th and 46th, respectively.
Facts
Ranked 4th, switching places with Kanagawa Prefecture, which ranked 5th, compared with the previous year
Kanagawa Prefecture ranked 5th
Chiba holds on to 3rd place in Kanto, but
Urban green space covers 1,243 hectares
It ranks 3rd nationwide
Annual tourist numbers exceed 200 million
The number of international visitors to Japan also exceeded 40 million
Chiba Prefecture ranked 19th for attractiveness
Ranked 39th for 4 consecutive years
Nikko City ranked 10th nationwide among 1,000 municipalities for attractiveness
Rose 3 places to 44th
Gunma Prefecture ranked 45th for attractiveness in 2026
Ibaraki Prefecture ranked 46th for attractiveness in 2026
PHILOCOFFEA barista achieves remarkable feat — Manami Nagasaki becomes Japan champion at the Japan Brewers Cup —
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Manami Nagasaki, a barista with 株式会社Philocoffea, won the Japan Brewers Cup (JBrC) 2026, held on October 17, 2026, and was crowned Japan champion. She is scheduled to represent Japan at the World Brewers Cup, to be held in Colombia in September 2027. A homecoming event celebrating her victory will be held at the Omotesando store on October 23.
[Event Report] HYROX training hits Momochihama, Fukuoka! Red Bull Road to HYROX | HYROX TRAINING ON SAND
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
レッドブル・ジャパン株式会社 held “Red Bull Road to HYROX | HYROX TRAINING ON SAND,” a beach training event for HYROX, at Seaside Momochi Seaside Park in Fukuoka City on October 17, 2026, with 278 participants.
Facts
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
278 people in total
600–800 m run
5 types of workouts
250ml
¥213 (before tax)
Companies mentioned：レッドブル・ジャパン株式会社、CrossFit 博多、CrossFit Hakata、East West Fitness、CrossFit Hizen、大村美容ファッション専門学校、福岡医健・スポーツ専門学校
BofA predicts Fed will raise rates again in October; rising inflation adds uncertainty
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
美國銀行 (BofA), citing unexpectedly hotter September inflation data and broadening price increases, reiterated that the 聯準會 (Fed) may raise rates again in October. The market-implied probability rose to 47%。
Facts
The US consumer price index (CPI) rose 3.7% year over year in September, up from 3.4% in August。
The US core inflation rate, excluding food and energy prices, reached 2.6% in September。
After the inflation report was released, the market-implied probability of a 聯準會 rate hike in October rose from 22% to about 47%。
The energy index in September’s CPI jumped 5.2%, while gasoline prices rose 9.1%.
高盛 estimates that the AI boom will add about 0.45 percentage points to annual core PCE inflation.
Bank of America raised its tracking estimate for September core PCE inflation from a monthly increase of 0.22% to 0.32%.
Bank of America and 花旗 move to restrict AI agents: Why are banks starting to fear “smart money management”?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
花旗 and Bank of America are restricting AI agents’ access to accounts to prevent deposit outflows, with 摩根大通 following suit. Regulators have welcomed the move and plan to clarify accountability, as the banking industry faces the risk of lower-cost deposits declining and interest costs rising because of AI-optimized cash yields.
Facts
花旗 Bank does not allow third-party AI agents to log in to customer accounts or conduct transactions on its digital platforms.
摩根大通, 美國銀行 and 富國銀行 hold a combined approximately $1.6 trillion in noninterest-bearing deposits.
If banks are forced to raise deposit rates to 3%, interest costs would increase by about $47 billion a year.
The national average interest rate on U.S. checking accounts is just 0.1%.
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan stressed that a human should be involved in authorizing transfers before funds are moved out.
鄉林’s Lai Cheng-i: Homebuilding in Taiwan to ramp up gradually; planned sales in Taipei and New Taipei top NT$11 billion next year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
鄉林 and 遠雄, two major developers, are optimistic that AI will boost the economy and forecast a housing market recovery in 2027. 鄉林 plans projects in Taipei and New Taipei with total sales of NT$11 billion next year, while 遠雄 is planning 5 major projects worth NT$91.4 billion, with both companies pursuing aggressive expansion strategies.
Facts
鄉林 Chairman Lai Cheng-i expects Taiwan’s housing market to show a clear recovery starting in the first half of 2027, though the improvement may not become more apparent until the second half.
鄉林 will focus its projects next year on residential properties in Taipei and New Taipei, with its share of total planned sales reaching NT$11 billion.
遠雄建設 plans to launch 5 major projects in Taoyuan, Taishan, Tainan and Kaohsiung in 2027, with combined sales totaling as much as NT$91.4 billion.
遠雄 real estate general manager Chang Li-jung said 遠雄 had reached its full-year 2025 sales performance by July 2026.
鄉林’s 鄉林雲峰 project in Douliu, Yunlin, has total sales of NT$2.8 billion, with handovers and title transfers expected to be completed in December.
鄉林 Chairman Lai Cheng-i said AI technology development has helped Taiwan’s economy outperform Europe and the United States, which will ultimately have a positive impact on real estate.
鄉林’s new development on the Hongfu section of Gongyuan Road in Xinzhuang will mainly offer 2- and 3-bedroom units ranging from 27 to 33 ping, with a total of 252 units.
The Central Weather Administration issued a high-temperature advisory, saying Pingtung County will be under an orange alert around noon tomorrow (18), while Tainan City will be under a yellow alert. It advised the public to limit outdoor activities, use sun protection and stay hydrated.
中央氣象署 issued a high-temperature advisory for Pingtung County, where temperatures could reach 36 degrees around noon tomorrow (18), prompting an orange alert; Tainan City is under a yellow alert.