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Friday 9 May 2025
EOI navigates currency and tariff headwinds, eyes long-term growth
As tariff uncertainties and sharp foreign exchange swings reshape the global automotive supply chain, Taiwanese LED car lighting module manufacturer Excellence Opto (EOI) is facing...
Friday 9 May 2025
Is the NT dollar surge the new Plaza Accord moment?
After surging to a multi-decade high last week, the New Taiwan dollar (NT$) has reversed course, weakening 0.45% on May 6 to close at NT$30.28 against the US dollar. The currency's...
Thursday 8 May 2025
Taiwan central bank warns against currency speculation as NTD rally cools
Taiwan's central bank has denied any involvement in manipulating the exchange rate of the New Taiwan Dollar (NTD). This statement comes amid the country's ongoing trade surplus with...
Thursday 8 May 2025
FX volatility unsettles small and medium automotive parts suppliers in Taiwan
Recent fluctuations in the New Taiwan Dollar exchange rate have created uncertainty across markets and supply chains, with small and medium-sized automotive parts manufacturers acknowledging...
Wednesday 7 May 2025
Jinpao sees continued revenue growth in April, exchange rate fluctuations to have little impact
Jinpao Precision Industry has reported NT$255 million (US$8.4 million) in consolidated revenue for April 2025. Although this represents a slight drop from the record monthly high...
Wednesday 7 May 2025
Strong NT dollar spurs capital inflows, but 'they’re just migratory birds,' says Pegatron chair
As the New Taiwan dollar (NT$) experiences a sharp appreciation, concerns are mounting across Taiwan's export-driven industries. With tariffs already biting, industry insiders now...
Tuesday 6 May 2025
Impact of Taiwan dollar's sharp rise remains manageable to Asus and MSI
Central Bank governor Chin-Long Yang has stepped forward to dispel rumors regarding exchange rate fluctuations, urging the market not to speculate on foreign exchange issues. He stressed...
Tuesday 6 May 2025
TSMC financial forecast holds firm despite surging Taiwan dollar
The New Taiwan dollar (NTD) has surged rapidly, causing significant market unease due to Taiwan's export-driven industries being highly sensitive to exchange rate fluctuations. TSMC...
Tuesday 6 May 2025
Advantech highlights edge AI, software strategy to navigate FX fluctuations
Amid the recent surge of the New Taiwan dollar, Advantech's chairman, K.C. Liu, noted that economic cycles vary, urging businesses to sustain or enhance profitability amidst these...
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$) and escalating US tariff threats. Industry estimates suggest that the combined effect of existing...
Tuesday 6 May 2025
FX turbulence hits Taiwan memory makers as US$ weakens, NT$ strengthens
A sharp appreciation of the New Taiwan dollar (NT$) is pressuring Taiwan's export-focused industries, especially memory module suppliers whose contracts are largely settled in US...
Tuesday 6 May 2025
US tariff policy and currency appreciation cast clouds over Taiwanese exporters
US tariff policy has raised concerns among Taiwanese exporters. The sharp appreciation of the New Taiwan dollar heightens the complexity. While the AI server supply chain remains...
Monday 5 May 2025
Taiwan's surging currency puts pressure on exporters' margins

The New Taiwan dollar (NT$) surged by NT$0.953 against the US dollar (US$) on May 2—an appreciation of nearly 3% in a single day...

Saturday 26 April 2025
US heavy tariffs block Chinese solar modules; HDRE cites exchange rates to reduce procurement costs
To prevent Chinese solar products from circumventing origin rules, the US Department of Commerce recently announced tariffs on solar products from Southeast Asian countries, with...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Taiwan's machine tools left behind by AI boom: industry seeks relief to counter US tariffs
Taiwan's machine tool sector struggles to keep pace with its AI-driven export growth, as mounting geopolitical challenges and unfavorable exchange rates continue to impact its performance...