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Thursday 14 August 2025
Taiwan auto parts makers ride US demand wave, but forex headwinds persist

Taiwan's automotive aftermarket (AM) suppliers are enjoying record revenues on the back of strong US demand, but the appreciation of...

Thursday 14 August 2025
Synnex reports a 7% revenue drop in 2Q25 due to currency and receivables issues
Synnex Technology International Corp. reported a 7% decrease in revenue for the second quarter of 2025, largely due to unfavorable exchange rates and a substantial provision for accounts...
Thursday 14 August 2025
Taiwan warns of higher US semiconductor tariffs under Section 232
The Trump administration has already imposed tariffs on specific imports under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, citing national security concerns. These tariffs cover steel...
Thursday 14 August 2025
Apple Watch shipments exceed expectations; major redesign rumored for 2026 with three key upgrades
The Apple Watch product line has officially entered its tenth year. Despite challenges from tariffs and macroeconomic factors dampening consumer electronics demand, the supply chain...
Thursday 14 August 2025
Acer India targets US$1B revenue, expands local manufacturing and retail network
Acer's India division expects to cross US$1 billion in revenue by the end of 2025, driven by robust sales of notebook laptops and aggressive manufacturing expansion. President and...
Thursday 14 August 2025
Commentary: Trump's trillion-dollar shakedown and how tariff threats turned into investment windfalls
Following South Korea's shocking announcement to invest US$350 billion in the US, with 90% of the profits staying in the US, Nvidia and AMD reportedly have agreed to pay 15% of their...
Thursday 14 August 2025
Pegatron profit slashed by 90% due to exchange losses; new business momentum remains uncertain
Pegatron Corp. reported its lowest quarterly profit in 13 years in the second quarter of 2025, as foreign exchange losses and seasonal downturns severely affected its earnings. Net...
Thursday 14 August 2025
Asus shrugs off forex loss rumors, eyes stronger 2H25
AsusTek Computer reported a net profit after tax of NT$9.806 billion (US$327.25 million) for the second quarter of 2025, defying earlier market concerns over potential foreign exchange...
Thursday 14 August 2025
Laster Tech reports 2Q25 loss amid expansion plans in North America
LED automotive lighting module manufacturer Laster Tech announced consolidated revenue of NT$2.27 billion (US$76.1 million) for the second quarter of 2025 but recorded a net loss...
Wednesday 13 August 2025
Tariff cut eases tensions for Korean auto exports, but risks remain
In a significant outcome of the ongoing US-South Korea trade deal, tariffs on automobiles and auto parts have been reduced from 25% to 15% as of April 2025. The two nations also agreed...
Wednesday 13 August 2025
Taiwan industries seek tariff relief as Chinese rivals undercut prices despite 50% duties
Taiwan's Minister of Economic Affairs J.W. Kuo recently held forums addressing the impact of increased US tariffs on Taiwanese industries. He proposed six countermeasures to help...
Wednesday 13 August 2025
HTC bets on AI glasses with Taiwan Mobile, but skips AR/VR features
HTC has announced a product launch for its Vive series scheduled for August 14, with Taiwan Mobile (TWM) set to unveil its updated application services simultaneously. The events...
Wednesday 13 August 2025
India approves four chip projects under ISM
India has approved four additional semiconductor projects under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), further strengthening the country's semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. These...
Wednesday 13 August 2025
Taiwan optics maker wins orders, US robotics deals in AI and automotive lenses
Taiwan-based optical imaging manufacturer Ability Enterprise is riding a wave of positive developments, with major strides in robotics and optical imaging technology, new global partnerships,...
Wednesday 13 August 2025
China’s No. 3 automaker and Huawei tighten ties in global EV race
Huarong Zhu, the newly appointed chairman of China Changan Automobile Group (CCAG), visited Shenzhen and met with Huawei founder Zhengfei Ren. The two exchanged views on industry...