Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

Foreign investors sold NT$102.461 billion in Taiwan stocks on November 5, part of a 6-day selling spree totaling NT$614.471 billion. Three institutional investors combined dumped NT$123.457 billion that day, driving the Taiwan Stock Exchange index down 1,374.19 points to 41,574.72 — the sixth

Formosa Petrochemical (6505) hit the limit down at 87.9 TWD on the 4th as Taiwan petrochemical stocks plunged following a nearly 20% collapse in oil prices over three days. US Vice President Vance attributed Republican election losses to the US-Iran war, while Democratic victories in both

Taiwan stocks demonstrated resilient performance through Nov 5, 2026, despite global technology sector volatility, according to the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE). The Taiwan Weighted Index closed at 41,574.72 points on Nov 5, down 1,374.19 points or 3.2%, after accumulating a 48.29% gain

According to China's central bank, PBOC Governor Pan Gongsheng met with Morgan Stanley Group Chairman Colm Kelleher yesterday (November 4) to discuss current economic and financial situations in China and globally, as well as China's financial industry opening-up

UMC reported October consolidated revenue of NT$25.2 billion, an 18.33% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the company's November 5 disclosure. Cumulative revenue for the first ten months reached NT$229.207 billion, up 16.33% year-over-year. The revenue growth was driven

According to Economic Daily, Taiwan's stock market declined 1,374.19 points to close at 41,574.72 on November 5, marking the sixth consecutive trading day of losses with a cumulative drop of 5,460.96 points. Institutional investors collectively sold NT$123.457 billion, with foreign investors

According to ChainCatcher, DDC Enterprise announced its first public offering of preferred stock SVOR with an initial issue price of $20 and an annual dividend rate of 13.5%, payable daily. The offering is expected to raise $24 million, which will be used to repay convertible notes, fund a dividend

According to Economic Daily, on November 5, Wisetech (6894) announced its third-quarter financial results, with cumulative revenue for the first three quarters reaching NT$1.719 billion, a year-over-year increase of 69%, marking the highest level in the same period. Net profit after tax was NT$368 m

According to Economic Daily, Taiwan's weighted stock index fell 1,374.19 points (3.2%) on November 5 to close at 41,574.72, as international tech stocks retreated. However, the benchmark remained resilient: year-to-date gains of 48.29% outpaced major global markets, and the November pullback was

According to Morgan Stanley on November 5, the firm released a report analyzing the impact of Democrats' midterm election victory. The bank maintains its overweight stance on global equities, noting that while the election may tighten data center regulations locally, the broader AI investment

Sibanye Stillwater projects U.S. platinum group metals (PGM) production of between 245,000 and 255,000 ounces for 2026.

According to the People's Bank of China official website, PBOC Deputy Governor Zou Lan attended the Fifth International Finance Leaders Investment Summit in Hong Kong on November 3, where he outlined key monetary policy shifts. Zou stated that China's economy is moving toward new heights through

The Taipei foreign exchange market saw the New Taiwan Dollar (TWD) close at 32.876 against the US Dollar on the 5th, marking a depreciation of 5.5 cents or 0.17 percent. Trading volume for the session reached 3.656 billion US dollars. TWD Intraday Trading Range on the 5th The New Taiwan Dollar

According to Fubon Financial on November 5, chief economist Lo Wei identified four key variables that will shape global political, financial and economic markets in 2027: geopolitical tensions including Middle East straits and Russia-Ukraine conflict; Federal Reserve policy framework, Bank of

Hon Hai (ticker 2317-TW) reported October 2026 revenue of NT$1.3 trillion, up 12.66% month-on-month and 45.73% year-on-year, the company announced on November 5, 2026. The electronics manufacturer attributed the growth to continued expansion in AI-related business, though it cautioned that global po

According to Jin10, the Stoxx Europe 600 index rose 0.5% on November 5, breaking its previous closing record and outpacing global markets. Mining and consumer stocks led the rally, as investors shifted from artificial intelligence trades into defensive sectors amid a strong earnings season. The shif

According to Nikkei, Mitsubishi Chemical Group announced today (November 5) that it will continue operating portions of its carbon materials business originally planned for withdrawal. To ensure the performance of carbon fiber products used in data center cooling applications amid growing demand, th

According to Jin10, People's Bank of China Deputy Governor Zou Yuan attended the Fifth International Financial Leaders Investment Summit in Hong Kong on November 3. Zou stated that China's economy is showing positive momentum, driven by expanded domestic demand, and that the central bank will

Onshore Chinese yuan (CNY) closed at 6.6710 against the US dollar on November 5 at 4:30 PM, up 60 pips from the previous trading day.

SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won sold 1,653,924 shares in SK Inc. to raise funds for a $679 million divorce settlement payment to Roh Soh-yeong, director of Art Center Nabi, according to a stock disposal filing posted November 5 on the Financial Supervisory Service's electronic disclosure system.