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Market Chatter: Taiwan to Establish Forced Labor Review Mechanism After US Flagging

Taiwan's Ministry of Labor said it will set up a review mechanism to restrict imports of goods linked to forced labor, after the U.S. proposed to impose tariffs on imports from several countries accused of not preventing forced-labor-related trade, Taiwan News reported Thursday.The ministry said the U.S. plan is still under discussion and not finalized, and is not aimed solely at Taiwan. It added that Taiwan has already made commitments on forced labor issues during trade talks with the US, according to the news outlet.Officials said Taiwan has been placed in a lower tariff risk group, reflecting recognition of its efforts. The government also stressed that forced labor violations are a serious concern affecting human rights and global supply chains. Taiwan will work with its economic authorities to establish a screening process, the report said.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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Taiwan's Annual Inflation Accelerates to 2.2% in May

Taiwan's annual inflation rate accelerated to 2.2% in May from 1.74% in April, according to data from National Statistics on Friday.Core inflation, which excludes selected food and energy items, increased to 2.12% in May from 1.91% in April.

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International

Taiwan's Market Cap Surpasses $5 Trillion on AI Boom

Taiwan's stock exchange said at COMPUTEX 2026 exposition that the island's market capitalization has surpassed $5 trillion, making it the world's fifth-largest market, driven by strong momentum from the artificial intelligence sector.The exchange said about 40% of 2026 IPO applicants are linked to AI-related industries, highlighting rising capital market activity around the technology supply chain, according to a Wednesday press release by the bourse.It added that 2025 IPO applications reached a multi-year high, with fundraising nearly doubling from 2024, reflecting renewed investor appetite for technology listings.Foreign investors accounted for 49.4% of total market capitalization and 35.5% of average daily trading value as of April 2026, underscoring strong global participation in Taiwan's equity market.The exchange said it is strengthening initiatives in corporate governance, ESG, and cross-border market connectivity to support AI-driven growth and help companies scale internationally.

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Market Chatter: Taiwan to Join World's Top 20 List in 2027 on AI Boom

Taiwan is emerging as a key force in global AI development, supported by a strong economic upgrade, and is expected to enter the world's top 20 economies in 2027, CNA reported Wednesday, citing President Lai Ching-te's opening address at COMPUTEX 2026.He said Taiwan's stock market capitalization reached $4.95 trillion in May, ranking fifth globally, while the government raised its economic growth forecast to 9.64% for next year. He credited these gains to coordinated efforts across industry, SMEs, and workers, according to the report.Lai also highlighted growing global tech investment and government measures to secure talent, land, water, and power supply, adding that Taiwan aims to remain a stable and trusted hub for AI-driven growth, CNA said.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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Several Asian Countries Face Additional US Tariffs Over Forced-Labor Trade Practices

Several Asian countries could soon face additional duties on some of their exports to the U.S. following Washington's probe into imports produced using forced labor, the Office of U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) said Tuesday.The USTR said Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam are among the 54 economies that have failed to impose and effectively enforce a forced-labor import ban.The USTR proposed a 10% additional tariff for economies that have partially enforced bans on the importation of certain forced-labor goods and a 12.5% tariff for the rest.

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Taiwan to Impose Temporary Anti-Dumping Duties on Steel Imports from South Korea, China

Taiwan will impose temporary anti-dumping duties on cold-rolled flat non-directional electromagnetic steel imports from South Korea and mainland China after preliminary findings indicated dumping practices had caused harm to the domestic industry, the Ministry of Finance announced Tuesday.To prevent further damage during the ongoing investigation, authorities said temporary anti-dumping duties will be imposed starting June 8 for a period of four months.The preliminary findings cover key exporters from South Korea, including POSCO and affiliated firms, as well as all exporters from mainland China, with duties set at 45.7% to 49.8% for Korean suppliers and 26.4% for Chinese shipments.Officials said the review process will continue under prescribed statutory timelines, with final determinations on dumping and industry injury to follow before a decision on long-term anti-dumping measures is made.

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USTR Flags 60 Economies Over Forced Labor Import Gaps, Proposes New Tariffs

The U.S. Trade Representative has concluded that 60 economies failed to properly ban or enforce restrictions on imports linked to forced labor, calling the practices harmful to fair global trade, the US Executive Office announced Tuesday.Among the Southeast Asian countries named are the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia and Singapore. Taiwan is also included separately among the economies cited.The findings are part of a broader review of many economies. Officials said the gaps create unfair competition by helping producers who use forced labor.USTR has proposed additional tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on affected imports and is seeking public comments before finalizing any action, with hearings scheduled for July 2026.

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Market Chatter: Taiwanese Firms Boost Investment in Philippines as Supply Chains Shift

Taiwanese companies are increasing investment in the Philippines as global supply chains move away from China and ties between Manila and Washington grow stronger, Focus Taiwan reported Tuesday, citing Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research expert.Investment has picked up notably since the COVID-19 pandemic, reaching about $257 million in 2025, although Vietnam still attracts more Taiwanese businesses in the region, according to the report.Companies are also responding to pressure from U.S. clients to set up production outside China. The Philippines is seen as attractive due to its young workforce, English skills, and location, but challenges remain such as higher power costs and limited high-end technical talent, the news outlet said.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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Taiwan Manufacturing PMI Rises to Fastest Since September 2021, CIER Says

Taiwanese manufacturing activity increased 1.1 percentage points to 61.4% in May, marking the fastest expansion since September 2021, the Chung Hua Institution for Economic Research or CIER said Monday.The electronics and optics sector, as well as the power and machinery equipment industry, helped lift the seasonally adjusted Purchasing Manager's Index.New orders grew for the eighth straight month, edging up 1.1 percentage points to 59.6%.Outlook for the next six months in the manufacturing sector grew the fastest since June 2021, increasing 2.9 percentage points to 66.8%.For the electronics sector, outlook grew 4.8 percentage points to 73.8%.

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Asian Banking Sector Surges Past Automobiles to Lead May Activity Growth, S&P Global Survey Finds
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Asian Banking Sector Surges Past Automobiles to Lead May Activity Growth, S&P Global Survey Finds

Most Asian business sectors expanded in May, with banking overtaking the automobile industry, according to the S&P Global Asia Sector PMI released on Wednesday.Leading the upturn for the first time in seven months, the banking sector expanded at its second-steepest rate in over five and a half years. The growth follows a previous S&P Global forecast warning that credit losses in the Asia-Pacific banking sector could surge by approximately $180 billion due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.The automobile sector, last month's top performer, slipped to second place, though its pace of growth remained historically high.Of the 18 sectors monitored, only forestry and paper products, alongside construction materials, recorded a contraction in new orders; however, these declines were softer than in the previous month. In contrast, the transportation sector posted the strongest surge in new orders, despite looming concerns over U.S.-Iran negotiations.Volatility persists in the energy and oil industries due to the precarious state of U.S.-Iran talks aimed at ending the Middle East conflict."Oil prices received a boost yesterday as talks between the US and Iran appeared to break down -- again. This has become a common pattern in recent months, and there are still plenty of mixed messages," ING'S Warren Patterson and Ewa Manthey said in a Tuesday note. "As a result, oil prices continue to be whipsawed by quickly changing headlines."Operating expenses increased across all 18 sectors. S&P Global highlighted that real estate recorded a renewed rise in input prices, while the chemicals sector posted the sharpest cost inflation rate.All sectors increased their selling prices except for the consumer services sector.

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Banking Sector Growth Fastest Among 18 Broader Asian Sectors in May, S&P Data Shows

Banking sector growth was the fastest among the 18 broader Asian sectors in May, with activity expanding at the strongest pace in seven months, S&P Global said in a Wednesday release.Output growth was recorded across 16 of the 18 monitored Asian sectors last month, which was unchanged from April. Only the forestry and paper products, and construction materials sectors incurred declines from April, along with lower new orders received, S&P said.New orders rose across the remaining 16 sectors last month, led by the transportation sector.Employment increased in 10 of 18 sectors, with software & services and technology equipment experiencing the strongest hiring, while insurance witnessed a cutdown in employed staff.

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Market Chatter: Taiwan Moves to Secure LNG Supplies as Middle East Tensions Persist

Taiwan has concluded liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipping schedules for June to August and is making winter procurement arrangements, amid Middle East tensions, state news agency CNA reported, citing Premier Cho Jung-tai's Cabinet meeting address.Cho said the government has reviewed supplies of energy, agricultural inputs, and petrochemical feedstocks and confirmed overall domestic supply remains stable with prices gradually normalizing, according to the report.He added that LNG shipping plans for summer have been set, and winter procurement planning is underway, while industrial gas prices will rise by 5% in June, but residential and power-related rates will remain unchanged. The government will continue price-stabilization measures and inspections to prevent unreasonable price increases and maintain market stability, CNA said.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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Taiwan Cuts Passenger Fuel Surcharges as Aviation Fuel Prices Drop

Taiwan's international passenger fuel surcharges will be reduced from June 7 as aviation fuel prices decline, the Civil Aviation Administration (CAA) said Monday.The surcharge for short-haul flights operated by Taiwanese carriers will drop to $35 from $45, while that for long-haul routes will decrease to $91 from $117. This came after international aviation fuel prices declined to $160.10 per barrel from $208.78 per barrel.The CAA said the adjustment follows its fuel surcharge mechanism, which links charges to fuel price movements, and has asked airlines to disclose relevant information to help passengers better understand the calculation basis.

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Market Chatter: Taiwan Manufacturing Stays in 'Green' Zone for Second Straight Month Despite Slight Dip in Climate Score

Taiwan's manufacturing sector remained in the stable "green" zone for a second consecutive month in April, although its business climate score saw a minor decline amid Middle East tensions, Focus Taiwan reported Tuesday, citing the Taiwan Institute of Economic Research (TIER).Strong artificial intelligence demand continued to bolster the sector, but some firms' early inventory purchases triggered by the regional conflict weighed on trade-related metrics, causing the composite index to drop by 0.97 points to 13.66, the news daily said, citing the institute's statement.While export price increases lifted the pricing component, slower year-on-year growth in exports, imports, orders, and industrial production contributed to the modest overall score reduction, the report said.Sustained demand for AI, high-performance computing, and cloud services drove growth in electronics and machinery industries, whereas traditional sectors faced challenges from volatile energy prices, uneven demand recovery, and heightened global competition, the publication said.The plastics and rubber industry shifted to rapid-growth yellow-red, but the electronics components sector cooled from overheating red to yellow-red due to inventory adjustments by end customers, it added.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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Asia Week Ahead: Manufacturing Activity; Policy Rate Decision; and Inflation Prints

For the week ahead in Asia, manufacturing activity will be in focus as S&P Global releases a broad mix of purchasing managers' index reports covering multiple economies.The week opens with a flurry of manufacturing PMI readings for May, followed by inflation data from South Korea and Indonesia on Tuesday.Mid-week, Australia's first-quarter GDP report will take center stage, while markets will also watch a heavy batch of readouts from Vietnam.Thursday will be lighter, led by Australia's April trade report, before Friday brings India's policy rate decision and GDP figures and inflation readouts from multiple regions.Here's what to watch in the week ahead.MONDAY, June 1The week kicked off with a flurry of S&P Global's purchasing managers' index (PMI) reports covering May manufacturing activity across the region.China's manufacturing activity eased after the seasonally adjusted RatingDog China General Manufacturing PMI came in at 51.8, compared with 52.2 in the previous month and the consensus estimate of 51.4 from Investing.com.Data from the National Bureau of Statistic similarly showed factory activity easing, with the official purchasing managers' index falling to a neutral 50 from 50.3 in April.A reading above 50 means growth, while a reading below 50 indicates contraction.Manufacturing activity similarly slowed in Australia as new orders fell sharply for a third consecutive month amid rising costs and ongoing supply-chain disruptions linked to the war in the Middle East.In contrast, Japan's manufacturing production expanded, with the latest S&P Global Japan Manufacturing PMI coming in at 54.5, compared with 55.1 in April, matching the flash data.South Korean manufacturing output also expanded during the month, hitting its highest in five years due to a rise in production and new order volumes, S&P Global said.India, Taiwan and Vietnam were also among the regions that experienced improved output during May.Meanwhile, The Philippines' manufacturing activity returned to growth in May as stronger output and a recovery in new orders offset continued weakness in exports.Moving ahead, the Melbourne Institute said its monthly inflation gauge fell in May after two consecutive monthly increases, driven largely by a decline in transport costs. The monthly cost of living also declined in May, particularly for self-funded retirees.Elsewhere, South Korea recorded a trade surplus of $26.9 billion in May, a new all-time high, and marking the third straight month of more than $20 billion in trade surplus.TUESDAY, June 2Focus shifts Tuesday to inflation data coming in from South Korea.Economists at ING said consumer prices could reach 3% year on year in May, reflecting higher input costs that are likely to be passed on to consumers.Pipeline cost pressures are also likely to reflect in Indonesia's inflation print due Tuesday, with ANZ expecting prices to tick up to 3% from 2.42% in the prior month, the Wall Street Journal reported.Trade figures due in Indonesia the same day could also show moderating exports as the effects of front-loaded demand fade and commodity prices soften, the WSJ said, citing an RHB economist.On the activity front, S&P Global releases its monthly manufacturing PMIs for Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. The Singapore Institute of Purchasing and Materials Management's PMI report is also expected.Lastly, Hong Kong will release its retail sales stats for April.WEDNESDAY, June 3Australia's first-quarter gross domestic product (GDP) data will dominate headlines Wednesday.Both Westpac and CommBank said they expect growth to have moderated during the first three months of the year, though their estimates differed.CommBank forecast a 0.2% quarterly rise in GDP, while Westpac projected 0.5%; both would be slower than the 0.8% growth recorded in the final quarter of 2025.Neighboring New Zealand will disclose first-quarter export and import price stats.Markets will also be following a speech by Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda for clues on the central bank's next interest-rate hike.Wednesday also features a heavy slate of macro data from Vietnam, including inflation, balance of trade, industrial production, and retail sales.Trading Economics expects Vietnam's May inflation to accelerate to 6% from 5.46% in April. Meanwhile, the data platform estimated the country's trade deficit could widen to $3.4 billion from $3.28 billion a month prior.Meanwhile, S&P Global will release the next batch of its PMI reports covering composite and services activity in China, India, Japan, Australia, and Hong Kong.THURSDAY, June 4Thursday will be relatively light on readouts, with Australia's April trade figures among the handful of releases of note.Australia is expected to post a trade surplus of A$2.6 billion in April, rebounding from a A$1.8 billion deficit in March - its first shortfall since late 2017, Westpac said in a preview.According to the bank, major commodity exports appeared to have increased notably during the period after recording three consecutive monthly declines.In Singapore, S&P Global's monthly PMI will be due, while Thailand will release a business confidence report.FRIDAY, June 5The tail end of the week brings a policy rate decision in India, which will also release its quarterly GDP growth figures.The Reserve Bank of India is expected to hold rates at 5.25% but could signal hawkish sentiment during its vote, the WSJ reported, citing a UOB economist.Meanwhile, a Trading Economics consensus placed the country's GDP growth rate at 7.3%, down marginally from the 7.8% recorded in the final quarter of 2025.ANZ Research said the economy stayed broadly healthy in the fiscal fourth quarter, although growth eased slightly in March as manufacturing, exports and profit margins came under pressure due to global disruptions, the WSJ reported.Taiwan is set to report monthly inflation data, with ING expecting consumer prices to rise above the 2% target for the first time since April 2025. The bank expects inflation to accelerate to 2.2% year on year in May from 1.7% in April, reflecting Taiwan's reliance on imported energy, which leaves the economy vulnerable to higher global prices."We expect inflation to peak toward the middle of this year, raising the risks for a potential central bank rate hike at the coming meetings," ING said in a preview.Thailand and the Philippines will similarly report their respective inflation rates for May, with the latter also releasing industrial production stats.Lastly, Singapore will report its retail sales figures for April.

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Taiwan's Manufacturing PMI Advances in May, S&P Global Data Shows

Taiwan's manufacturing production expanded in May, S&P Global said Monday.The latest S&P Global Taiwan Manufacturing PMI came in at 56.1, compared with 55.3 in April.The reading indicated strengthening business conditions and the quickest recorded rate of expansion since August 2021.

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Taiwan's GDP Rises 14.55% in Q1 on AI Boom

Taiwan posted real GDP growth of 14.55% year-on-year in the first quarter, driven by strong external demand linked to artificial intelligence infrastructure, according to preliminary data released by the National Statistics Republic of China (Taiwan) on Friday.Exports of goods and services jumped 35.76%, supported by semiconductor, computer, and electronics production, while manufacturing expanded 26.18%.On the domestic side, private consumption rose 4.74%, while investment (gross capital formation) increased 5.92%. Services, such as wholesale and retail trade, expanded 14.7%, transport and storage grew 3.41%, and financial and insurance activities climbed 15.3%, supported by sustained AI-related supply chain momentum.Looking ahead, the statistics agency raised its 2026 GDP growth forecast by 1.93 percentage points from the previous estimate to 9.64%, citing continued cloud and AI capital expenditure cycles that are expected to keep export momentum strong across the semiconductor ecosystem, the filing said.

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Market Chatter: Taiwanese Bourse Considers Odd-Lot Changes, Longer Trading Hours

The Taiwan Stock Exchange is considering reforming its odd-lot transactions system and extending trading hours, Bloomberg News reported Thursday, citing the bourse's chairman Sherman Lin.The odd-lot mechanism allows investors to buy or sell less than one standard trading lot of a stock.The exchange is weighing an earlier 9 a.m. start for such trades and faster order-matching cycles, with completion targeted by year-end, Lin reportedly said in an interview.The bourse is in talks with brokers to extend trading hours beyond the current 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. window; however, its implementation could take time due to operational complexity, the report quoted Lin as saying.The push comes against a backdrop of a roughly 50% surge in Taiwan equities this year, driven by AI-related demand and strong retail participation, Bloomberg reported.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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Taiwan's Business Monitor Stays in Red in April

Taiwan's overall business monitoring indicator stayed in the "red" zone in April, with the total score unchanged at 39, the National Development Council said Thursday.The leading index, adjusted for trend, rose 0.58% to 103.63, marking its 10th straight monthly increase. The coincident index also climbed 0.84% to 107.57, extending gains to an 18th consecutive month, signaling continued near-term momentum.The lagging index increased 0.75% to 100.34, also rising for a 10th month in a row, while officials said they will keep closely monitoring broader economic conditions despite sustained improvements across indicators.

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Market Chatter: US, Iran Reach Tentative 60-Day Ceasefire Extension

The U.S. and Iran have tentatively agreed to extend a ceasefire for two months while initiating new negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program, fueling optimism that the ongoing three-month conflict may soon end, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday, citing a source familiar with the discussions.The anonymous source confirmed a prior Axios report, though President Donald Trump has not yet signed off on the terms, the newswire said.While both sides have previously celebrated progress and Trump has often claimed a deal was imminent, the impasse has repeatedly persisted, the publication said.Vice President JD Vance told reporters that the two nations are exchanging proposals on specific language regarding Iran's nuclear capabilities, and noted that Iran appears to be engaging in good faith, with tangible progress underway, the report said.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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