Taiwanese companies are speeding up overseas expansion as China's economy slows and global supply chains shift toward resilience, and government-backed financing is being taken up quickly. The Ministry of Finance said the NT$30 billion (US$935 million) financing program for overseas investment in its 12th round is close to its limit, while the newly opened 13th-round NT$60 billion quota has already been fully registered.

Shuttle Inc reported consolidated revenue of NT$165 million (US$5.14 million) in June 2026, up 23.12% from a year earlier, and NT$481 million for the second quarter. For the first half of 2026, consolidated revenue reached NT$902 million, an increase of 7.45% from the same period in 2025, as the industrial computing and smart device supplier continued shifting toward higher-value products.

Foxconn said it expanded third-party supply-chain audits in 2025 as demand for AI servers and advanced manufacturing increased across its global manufacturing network. By the end of 2025, the company had completed 85 Responsible Business Alliance Validated Assessment Program audits at 65 sites worldwide, according to a recent audit summary.

HHGalaxy's planned investment in aCommerce underscores how Asia's e-commerce growth is reshaping opportunities for brands worldwide. As markets across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Taiwan expand, companies are increasingly seeking partners to manage logistics, data, and sales across borders. The deal may signal a broader shift toward regional platform strategies.

Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs said electricity supply remained ample in 2025 even as demand slipped slightly, reinforcing its message to the Legislative Yuan after Pegatron chairman Tzu-Hsien Tung urged Taiwan to build 10 nuclear power units within 10 years. The ministry said reserve capacity stayed above 6% throughout the year and that days with reserves above 10%, known as green-light days, totaled 342.

Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council told lawmakers on July 8 that China's 2026 15th Five-Year Plan is focused on expanding domestic demand and boosting consumption, but that deep structural problems remain unresolved. The council said China's low-speed growth could become the new normal as weak household spending, property market stress and financial risks continue to weigh on the economy.

Acer subsidiary Altos reported record revenue for June, the second quarter, and the first half of 2026 as demand for AI infrastructure in education and enterprise markets continued to climb. The Taiwan-based systems provider said its AI hardware and software integration efforts were also starting to translate into stronger operating results.

OpenAI said one of its top safety and policy executives will leave the company on July 24, adding to a series of departures as it prepares for an initial public offering. The exit comes after several former OpenAI staffers have already moved to Anthropic.

Samsung Electronics said on July 8 that it will hold its Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 global launch event in London on July 22. The company is expected to introduce next-generation foldable phones and smartwatches, while a possible debut for its first AI glasses, called Galaxy Glass, has also drawn attention.

Honor recently launched the Honor 600 series in Taiwan, positioning it around AI imaging creation, a 200-megapixel main camera and a 7,000mAh battery. The company has also introduced the X6d 5G, giving it coverage in both midrange and premium segments within just over three months in the market.