Acer is marking its 50th anniversary in 2026 by redefining its core and non-core businesses, aiming to strengthen group resilience through expansion into four promising non-core sectors: industrial PCs (IPCs), healthcare, energy, and home appliances. Chairman and CEO Jason Chen outlined the company's forward-looking strategy to balance growth between core and emerging areas.
Chen noted that 2026 remains a dynamic year requiring resilience and breakthrough initiatives. With 17 subsidiaries already public, the group continues advancing across diverse fields.
Previously, PCs and monitors were considered Acer's core business, accounting for 58% of revenue as of January, while other subsidiaries contributed 42%. Profit-wise, subsidiaries generate more than half of the group's earnings.
This prompted Acer to redefine its core business around computer science-related activities regardless of parent or subsidiary status, encompassing over 90% of revenues. The newly defined non-core sectors represent unfamiliar but high-potential markets.
Acer has acquired or invested in seven companies within IPCs, such as AOpen, Posiflex, Portwell, Kiosk, Godex, Wincomm, and Opticon.
Chen stated that while Acer traditionally focused on consumer markets, it now holds significant shares in government projects, education, and small-to-medium enterprises, with business revenue reaching 45%. However, the supply chain segment supporting manufacturing processes remains untapped. IPCs will serve as Acer's entry point into this area.
In healthcare, led by Acer Medical, the company is pioneering personalized cancer treatment using AI to combat tumors. Acer Medical recently received an official "technology enterprise" certification from Taiwan's Industrial Development Administration, marking a major step toward public listing. In energy, Acer invests in photovoltaics and energy storage, addressing power demands critical to semiconductor and AI development.
Finally, despite being a traditional industry, home appliances continue evolving with new technologies. Acer has extended its brand into this sector through the Acerpure label. The unit passed regulatory review in 2026 and is progressing toward becoming publicly traded.
Article edited by Jack Wu
