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Wednesday 21 May 2025
Tea, scones, or tariff? Unveiling how the UK reached a trade agreement with the US
US President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff policies have prompted countries worldwide to vie for priority negotiation opportunities. Among them, the UK was the first to secure...
Monday 19 May 2025
Pre-tariff rush leaves US car market facing cold spell

As President Donald Trump's auto tariff policy begins to take effect—levying duties on foreign-made vehicles and parts while exempting...

Friday 16 May 2025
Tariff truce sparks order surge at Ability Enterprise, but production still stuck in neutral
Taiwan-based electronics manufacturer Ability Enterprise held an online investor briefing on May 13 to share its first-quarter 2025 results and outlook for the remainder of the year...
Thursday 15 May 2025
AI computing power race continues amidst Trump tariff uncertainties
Global tech markets are closely monitoring AI server shipments and generative AI evolution as the industry enters a new phase of computing power competition. Economic uncertainties...
Tuesday 13 May 2025
Thaw or theater? US-China tariff pause masks deeper strategic fault lines
Against a backdrop of escalating geopolitical strain and unresolved trade friction, the US and China have concluded a new round of high-level negotiations, releasing a joint statement...
Tuesday 13 May 2025
PSMC chairman downplays chip tariff fears, says Taiwan's semiconductor sector remains secure amid US-China truce
The US and China agreed to a 90-day suspension of tariffs after the Geneva talks, easing tensions in their trade standoff. Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC)...
Monday 12 May 2025
China and US announce tariff rollbacks and renewed trade talks amid easing tensions

The governments of China and the US released a joint statement on May 12, 2025, announcing a significant easing of trade tensions, with...

Monday 12 May 2025
US-UK auto tariff deal shifts trade dynamics
The US has finalized a trade agreement with the UK, granting British car manufacturers a 10% tariff on up to 100,000 vehicles annually, lower than the 25% tariff applied to automotive...
Monday 12 May 2025
Trump's tariffs rattle Southeast Asia: What it means for Taiwan's supply chain strategy
The latest round of tariffs from US President Donald Trump is shaking up Southeast Asia's manufacturing heartland, dealing a blow to nations that form the backbone of Taiwan's electronics...
Monday 12 May 2025
Cheap cars, costly decisions: Taiwan struggles with price of trade access

In Taiwan, car prices have long been a hot topic among consumers. With recent debates surrounding whether or not to lower import tariffs,...

Friday 9 May 2025
TSMC sets April revenue record at US$11.55 billion; YTD tops US$33 billion

TSMC, the world's top contract chipmaker, posted consolidated revenue of NT$349.57 billion (approx. US$11.55 billion) in April 2025, up...

Friday 9 May 2025
Infineon flags EUR400m revenue hit from tariffs, trims margin outlook
Infineon Technologies AG announced its second quarter 2025 financial results on May 8. During the second quarter 2025 earnings call, CFO Sven Schneider addressed concerns about the...
Thursday 8 May 2025
Solar industry reveals ultimate impact of US tariff tsunami
The US recently imposed final anti-dumping duties on solar cell and module manufacturers from four Southeast Asian countries—Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia—with...
Wednesday 7 May 2025
EU eyes EUR100 billion of US goods with tariffs if talks fail
The European Union plans to hit about EUR100 billion (approx. US$113 billion) in US goods with additional tariffs in the event ongoing trade talks fail to yield a satisfactory result...
Tuesday 6 May 2025
NT$ shock, US tariff fears slam Taiwan's export-reliant semiconductor sector
Taiwanese exporters are facing mounting pressure from a surging New Taiwan dollar (NT$) and escalating US tariff threats. Industry estimates suggest that the combined effect of existing...