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WRISE, a Singapore-based multi-family office, has launched a new client service center in Taipei, Taiwan. The center will provide client advisory services and introduce educational initiatives focused on family wealth. Andrew Wang will lead the center, bringing extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions. Derrick Tan, WRISE’s group executive chairman, stated that this move is part of a strategy to create a comprehensive wealth management ecosystem in Asia, addressing the evolving wealth landscape in Taiwan.

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European stocks opened slightly lower, influenced by the decline in U.S. technology stocks, with investors focusing on corporate earnings and U.S. inflation data. The pan-European STOXX 600 index fell by 0.4 points to 618.12 points. In terms of individual stocks, L'Oréal's quarterly sales missed expectations, with its stock price dropping by 6.3%; Safran forecasted an increase in revenue and profit, with its stock price rising by 6.9%. U.S. stock futures and Asia-Pacific stock markets generally declined

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European stocks opened slightly lower, with L'Oréal down over 6% and aerospace company Safran up 7%

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Goldman Sachs raises its earnings forecast for Asian stock markets, expecting the earnings growth of the MSCI Asia (excluding Japan) index to increase from 24% to 31% by 2026. The earnings growth expectation for the South Korean market has been raised from 75% to 120%, and for the Taiwanese market from 30% to 32%. The target for the MXAPJ index has been increased from 855 points to 890 points, reflecting a potential return of 13% to 15%. Goldman Sachs maintains an overweight rating on South Korea, China, and India, and upgrades Japan to overweight. The return outlook for ASEAN and Australia is less optimistic

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Taiwan's financial regulator is considering stricter capital requirements for life insurers, mandating additional capital for certain lower-rated government bonds. This initiative aims to enhance risk controls in the financial sector and ensure insurers maintain adequate capital buffers against investment risks. The proposed changes reflect concerns over financial stability amid market fluctuations and may influence insurers' asset and liability management and investment strategies.

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TAIPEI, Feb 13 (Reuters) - The trade and tariff deal signed with the U.S. marks a “pivotal moment” for Taiwan’s economy and industries, President Lai Ching-te said on Friday.The agreement will grant Taiwan the flexibility to expand globally and advance toward a stronger, more prosperous future and solidifies the Taiwan-U.S. high-tech strategic partnership, Lai wrote on his Facebook page.

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The pan-European Stoxx 600 index rose 0.5%, reaching a record high, while the UK FTSE 100 and the French CAC index also hit new highs. Siemens AG's stock price increased by 6.4% due to an upward revision of its earnings guidance; meanwhile, Sanofi's stock price fell by 5% following the CEO's dismissal. U.S. stock futures performed well, and some indices in the Asia-Pacific market reached historical highs

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"European Stocks" The pan-European Stoxx 600 index hits a record high, with French and British stocks both reaching historical highs in early trading. Siemens rises over 6%, while Sanofi's CEO faces a 5% drop

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Taiwan's GDP per capita is projected to exceed US$40,000 this year, with a monthly minimum wage potentially surpassing NT$30,000, according to Premier Cho Jung-tai. The economy grew by 8.63% last year, and TSMC continues to expand. Cho urged the Legislative Yuan to pass a proposed NT$1.25 trillion defense budget and emphasized the need for unity in arms procurements. He also mentioned plans for a constitutional judgment regarding military pay rises and highlighted the government's efforts in military personnel compensation and equipment upgrades.

- Taiwan’s GDP per capita is projected to exceed US$40,000 this year, following an 8.63 percent economic growth last year and a GDP per capita of US$39,477.  
- Premier Cho Jung-tai highlighted that the stock market reached 33,000 points, with significant investments from global tech leaders like Nvidia and Micron in Taiwan.  
- Cho urged the Legislative Yuan to expedite the review of a proposed NT$1.25 trillion special defense budget and highlighted ongoing efforts to improve military pay and equipment.

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Taiwan's AI-powered economy soars in the shadow of bubble fears and China threats

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The Asia-Pacific stock markets showed mixed performance, with stock indices in Taiwan, Japan, Singapore, and South Korea reaching historical highs. The Taiwan Weighted Index rose to 33,707 points, with Taiwan Semiconductor and MediaTek both hitting new highs. The South Korean KOSPI index broke through 5,500 points for the first time, with Samsung Electronics rising by 6%. U.S. non-farm payroll data exceeded expectations, leading to adjustments in market expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut. Hong Kong stocks opened lower, while the Shanghai and Shenzhen markets stabilized slightly

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"Asian Stocks" Taiwan, Japan, Singapore, and South Korea's stock indices all hit historical highs. Taiwan Semiconductor reached a new peak, and Samsung surged 6%

Regular wage growth in Taiwan reached its highest level in 26 years, with average monthly wages rising 3.09% to NT$47,884 in 2025, surpassing inflation. Real wages increased by 1.40%, marking the highest growth in five years. Average annual earnings rose 3.91% to NT$760,632, while real aggregate earnings grew 2.21%, the highest in seven years. The increase is attributed to a higher minimum wage and economic growth of 8.63%, driven by AI applications. However, 69.74% of employees earned below the average wage, highlighting income disparity.

- The average monthly regular wage in the local industrial and service sectors grew by 3.09% to NT$ 47,884 (about $1,512), the highest in 26 years, according to the DGBAS.  
- After adjusting for inflation, the average real regular wage rose by 1.40%, reaching NT$ 43,690, indicating growth exceeding inflation for the first time in five years.  
- The surge in regular wages is attributed to minimum wage increases and economic growth, with the electronics sector benefiting significantly from strong AI application demand.

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Asia-Pacific markets mostly rose on Wednesday, with the Hang Seng index up 0.3% despite concerns over AI and weak U.S. economic data. Japan's markets were closed for a holiday. The CSI 300 in Shanghai fell 0.2%, reflecting deflationary pressures as China's CPI rose only 0.2% in January, below expectations. Other markets saw gains: Korea's Kospi increased by 1%, Taiwan's Taiex by 1.6%, Singapore's Straits Times by 0.4%, and Australia's ASX by 1.7%. New Zealand's NZX 50 slightly declined by 0.1%.

- Most Asia-Pacific markets rose on Wednesday despite concerns over artificial intelligence and weak economic data affecting U.S. investors.  
- The Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong increased by 83.23 points, or 0.3%, closing at 27,266.30, while the CSI 300 index in Shanghai fell by 10.48 points, or 0.2%, to 4,713.82.  
- Korea's Kospi Index rose by 52.8 points, Taiwan's TAIEX gained 532.74 points, Singapore's Straits Times Index increased by 20.33 points, and Australia's ASX Index rose by 147.42 points, while New Zealand's NZX 50 Index decreased by 6.4 points.

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European stocks started off weak as the market digested corporate earnings, with the pan-European STOXX 600 index down 0.2%. Heineken's stock price rose 4.9%, and Siemens Energy's stock price increased by 5.4%. Deutsche Bank's stock price fell by 4.3%, and Lufthansa's stock price dropped by 3.6%. Dassault Systèmes' stock price plummeted by 21%. U.S. stock futures rose slightly, while Asia-Pacific stock markets showed mixed performance

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European stocks opened slightly lower, with the French and German markets down 0.4% as the market digests corporate quarterly results

The Taiwan authorities announced that the number of newborns in January this year was 8,723, indicating that the birth population has long been below 10,000, reflecting that many people choose not to have children under real-life pressures. As of the end of January, Taiwan's total population was approximately 23.289 million, a year-on-year decrease of 107,000, marking 25 consecutive months of negative growth

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In January this year, the number of newborns in Taiwan was less than 9,000

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The Taiwan Stock Exchange Weighted Index opened with little change, reporting 33,086.15 points

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Fitch Ratings has upgraded Taiwan's banking sector outlook to "neutral" from "deteriorating" due to a US tariff agreement that reduces economic uncertainty. The US will lower tariffs on Taiwanese goods from 20% to 15%, benefiting Taiwan's export-oriented economy. Fitch expects improved asset quality and profitability, with an impaired loan ratio below 1% and loan growth in the high single digits. The banking sector's operating profit-to-risk-weighted-assets ratio is projected to remain stable at about 1.5%, supported by robust lending income and lower credit costs.

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European stocks opened slightly lower, with L'Oréal down over 6% and aerospace company Safran up 7%

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