October 22, 2025

Taiwan Stock Exchange Opens Lower Amid Market Fluctuations

Taipei: The Taiwan Stock Exchange’s main index experienced a decline as it opened down by 138.3 points, settling at 27,614.11. This movement in the market was accompanied by a turnover of NT$7.66 billion, equivalent to approximately US$249.38 million. According to Focus Taiwan, the drop in the index reflects current market

Taiwan Shares Decline, Weighed Down by Semiconductor Stocks

Taipei: Shares in Taiwan moved lower Wednesday with selling focused on large cap semiconductor stocks after their U.S. counterparts incurred losses overnight, while old economy industries appeared resilient and lent some support to the broader market, dealers said. The Taiex, the weighted index on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE), ended

Heavy Rains in Northern Taiwan Forecast to Persist Amid Low-Pressure System

Taipei: The heavy downpours that have been affecting northern Taiwan this week are expected to continue throughout Wednesday and into Thursday, as a low-pressure system east of the country is bringing more moisture, according to forecasters. The persistent rain is not anticipated to ease until Saturday, though it will not

High Court Overturns Former Tainan Council Speaker’s Corruption Conviction

Tainan: The Taiwan High Court Tainan Branch Court has overturned the corruption conviction of Kuo Hsin-liang, an independent former Tainan City Council speaker. The decision reverses the earlier verdict by the Tainan District Court. According to Focus Taiwan, the court also overturned the guilty charges of corruption against co-defendants Kao

Bypass Bridge to Guangfu Township Intact After Flood: Officials

Taipei: A temporary bypass bridge leading to Guangfu Township in Hualien County remained structurally intact in the wake of brief flooding from a nearby barrier lake Tuesday night, the Highway Bureau said Wednesday. According to Focus Taiwan, the bypass bridge, built along Provincial Highway No. 9, was left covered in