Reported about 1 year ago
Internal Affairs Ministry officials noted that a few individuals are misusing government initiatives, with the New Ancestral Housing Policy being labeled as the culprit behind property speculation due to lack of comprehensive measures. While acknowledging the vibrant housing market, officials maintain a zero-tolerance stance on property speculation and pledge to enhance auditing. The policy aims to assist young first-time homebuyers in addressing living needs, but some are exploiting preferential loans. Continuous market monitoring and inspections are planned to address any irregularities. The Finance Ministry is coordinating with state-owned banks to strengthen loan oversight and curb behavior deviating from policy objectives to tackle housing speculation. Officials caution against solely blaming the policy for property speculation which has multiple influencing factors.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 13, 2024, at 6:25 PM, a conflict broke out between Taipei Metro police officers and a homeless man at the Jingmei MRT Station on June 12. The homeless man, surnamed Lin, had a dispute with station staff over occupying a charging area, leading to the altercation. When Officer Yu arrived at the scene, he was verbally abused and provoked by Lin, losing control, hitting Lin's head, and pushing him to the ground, causing a heated debate online. Following an investigation, it was revealed that Lin is an unemployed homeless individual who often occupies the charging area at the station. The police stated that Officer Yu will be held accountable for his actions, and they will address both his excessive use of force and Lin's verbal provocation and attacks according to the law.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chuck E. Cheese announced plans to phase out their iconic animatronic characters at most U.S. locations but keep them at five. Dive into the history and evolution of Chuck E. Cheese's animatronic stage shows, including the initial portraits on the walls, the balcony stage, the three-stage set-up, and the Studio C sets, as superfans recall the beloved characters before they retire.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In a rare meeting, Canada's big five bank CEOs reassured parliament members of their commitment to fighting climate change but mentioned that reducing funding for fossil fuel extraction would take time. MPs grilled the heads of the banks about steps being taken to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and move away from fossil fuel funding. Canadian banks, major oil and gas financiers, are under pressure to change lending practices. While the banks have set climate goals, there are concerns about the lack of transparency and specific commitments in sustainable investments, with criticisms from environmental activists for holding back climate progress.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan stock high dividend ETFs have shown rapid growth this year with the number of funds increasing from 17 to 22 and the scale increasing by 621.9 billion, accounting for 90% of all Taiwan stock ETFs. The overall market has risen by 24.4% this year, and Taiwan stock ETFs have reached a new high of 2.22 trillion. Among them, high dividend ETFs in Taiwan have been growing rapidly, and out of the five funds with billions in scale, two have increased by over a billion, with one achieving the best performance of all with a 20.9% increase this year.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
TSMC stock price reached a record high of 919 yuan, close to the 1000-yuan mark, following a significant 4.3% spike in ADR trading, with a potential to challenge the thousand-yuan milestone if the ADR continues to perform well. Moreover, TSMC's ADR market value surpassed Berkshire Hathaway, ranking as the eighth largest global enterprise. With the latest dividend distribution and positive outlook due to advanced chip manufacturing, TSMC is poised for continued success.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
According to data from the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Taiwan is the 11th largest holder of U.S. debt with 259 billion USD. Amidst rising yields in U.S. bonds, funds have been pouring into long-term U.S. bond ETFs like Cathay 20-Year U.S. Bond (00687B). Its scale has nearly doubled since 2024, with a growth of 94% this year amounting to 758 billion NTD. Given the upcoming ex-dividend date on June 20, many investors are strategically positioning themselves to receive dividends. Investment in 00687B is seen as favorable due to its low prices and attractive yields compared to historical averages, with the potential for significant capital gains upon interest rate cuts.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan ETFs with funds over a billion have increased to seven, led by tech giants like TSMC resulting in Taipei stock market soaring to a record high. Notably, Fubon's Taiwan Top 50 ETF broke the billion-dollar mark, becoming the seventh member. The total number of these large-scale ETFs remains at fourteen after one exited and one entered the group, exhibiting strong investor demand for high dividend ETFs in Taiwan. The market's growth reflects the thriving ETF industry in Taiwan, with Fubon's Top 50 ETF being likened to a MLB Hall of Famer, standing out amidst various short-term players.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
台股13日收盤創新高，台積電飆至919元，鴻海朝200元進發。如果無法買進這些高價股，建議關注低位階的PCB、跌深的散熱股、儲能相關的電力供應股、金融股等，這些都是值得考慮的買點。法人認為，台積電、鴻海仍有成長空間，重點取決於美國Fed何時降息。鴻海除息後看好AI伺服器需求增加，2025年有望挑戰新高營收。證券分析師建議繼續持有鴻海股票參與除息，但需留意壓力在200元，預估股價可能在180~200元區間整理。有股票市場看好的四大類股包括金融股、散熱股、PCB股及電力供應相關的儲能股，值得關注。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
In the cooling inflation and anticipated rate cut environment, long-term bond ETFs like the Fubon ESG Investment Grade Bond 20+ (00937B) witnessed a surge in popularity. As of June 12 this year, among the top ten bond ETFs with the highest increase in size, the Fubon ESG Investment Grade Bond 20+ had the largest increase of NT$137.6 billion, followed by Cathay 20-Year US Bond and Yuanta US 20-Year Bond with increases of NT$79 billion and NT$66.7 billion respectively. The bonds in 00937B focus on sustainable ESG top-rated companies, issuing long-term BBB corporate bonds with a coupon rate exceeding 4.5% to enhance dividend distribution, appealing to investors for stable income sources and potential capital gains, thus drawing high market attention.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Keith Gill, also known as Roaring Kitty, has nearly doubled his GameStop stake to 9,001,000 shares, up from 5,000,000 earlier, by selling call options and purchasing more shares. Gill's position is now worth over $262 million, making him the fourth-largest GameStop shareholder. This move has caught the attention of GameStop's retail investors, resembling Chairman Ryan Cohen's 2020 stake before the meme-stock frenzy. Gill's cash reserves significantly decreased in the process, and while it's suspected he may have exercised some call options, specific details have led to speculation about his investment strategy.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The Yunlin District Prosecutors' Office, investigating an online investment and cryptocurrency scam syndicate, discovered collusion with lawyers leaking information. The office conducted searches at six law firms in Kaohsiung and Taichung, detaining and summoning three lawyers, one assistant, and one legal staff. The court ruled that a lawyer surnamed An be detained, while lawyers surnamed Chen and Zheng were released on bail, and the assistant surnamed Huang was sent back. Additionally, an individual claiming to be a legal advisor to politicians was reported for posing as a lawyer and engaging in fraudulent activities, resulting in restrictions on their movement and residence imposed by the Taipei District Prosecutors' Office.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Due to reasons such as an egg surplus, egg prices have quickly dropped to a nearly 2-year low of 27.5 yuan per half kilogram at the production site. The Agriculture Department plans to subsidize the culling of low-productivity old hens, aiming to eliminate 500,000 hens per month for two months to maintain egg production at around 12 million annually. The department will also coordinate with slaughterhouses to increase slaughtering capacity. Additionally, if breeding farms are willing to cull breeding hens early, the department will provide assistance.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
雅虎體育的Tarik Skubal和Zack Wheeler看起來是各自聯盟的領頭羊，但Tyler Glasnow和Corbin Burnes在新球隊中表現出色。美聯Group 1中的Preseason favorites包括Corbin Burnes、Tarik Skubal、Cole Ragans；Group 2包括Gerrit Cole、Kevin Gausman等；Group 3出現的新面孔有Tanner Houck、Garrett Crochet等。國聯則有Sonny Gray、Zack Wheeler和Aaron Nola、Tyler Glasnow、Logan Webb等仍在競爭中。
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Reported about 1 year ago
新北今天（14日）午夜發生車禍事故，52歲男子駕駛轎車與另一輛轎車相撞，導致車輛失控自撞分隔島，駕駛被困車內無呼吸心跳，送醫搶救；另一駕駛無受傷。警方在車上發現鋼瓶裝有不明氣體，將續查載氣體及事故原因，是否涉及酒駕。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
During the Qingming Festival holidays, credit card spending surged in Taiwan, with April seeing a record high of 359.7 billion Taiwanese dollars in card payments, marking a total of 1.4 trillion TWD for the first four months of the year. Factors contributing to the increase included increased domestic and international travel and deferred insurance premiums. The usage of credit cards for payments has become a habit for Taiwanese consumers, and with the economy gradually recovering and travel picking up, it is expected that card spending may exceed last year's figures.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
New York Community Bancorp has announced the acquisition of the assets of Signature Bank, which has a total fair value of $37.8 billion. The acquisition includes $24.9 billion in cash and cash equivalents as well as $11.7 billion in loans and leases. NYCB also took on liabilities with an estimated fair value of $35.7 billion, mainly consisting of $33.5 billion in customer deposits. This acquisition follows Flagstar Bank, a NYCB subsidiary, assuming most of Signature Bank's deposits and some loan portfolios in March 2023.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Major freight railroads and short-line counterparts express worries on Capitol Hill about the potential supply chain impact of California's In-Use Locomotive Regulation that aims to reduce air pollution. If approved by the EPA, the regulation would mandate zero-emission locomotives for those manufactured after 2035 in California, potentially leading to increased freight transportation costs, more congestion on highways, and a shift of freight to trucks. Railroads argue against the operational feasibility of transitioning to electric locomotives quickly, while a representative from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District insists that zero-emission technologies are available and that California’s environmental laws have not led to the predicted negative outcomes in the past.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's parliamentary assistant Craig Williams placed a £100 bet with Ladbrokes Plc on the July polls just three days before Sunak announced the election date. In response to the incident, Williams apologized, while UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron condemned Williams' 'obviously very foolish decision'. The UK Gambling Commission has initiated an investigation after Ladbrokes Plc referred the bet. Williams, running for re-election, admitted to a 'massive misjudgment' and apologized, refusing to disclose if the bet was made based on insider information about Sunak's election plans.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Tesla shareholders have approved Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package, with Senior Research Analyst Craig Irwin describing Musk as an 'alchemist' who has significantly impacted the electric vehicle industry and asserting that Musk is an 'irreplaceable' CEO of Tesla due to his transformative impact on the company's growth. Despite maintaining a bearish outlook on Tesla's stock, Irwin acknowledges Musk's profound influence on the industry and highlights Musk's control over the company, stating that it's hard to imagine the board controlling him given his charisma and importance as a leader.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
波士頓凱爾特人隊在週五晚上有機會贏得NBA總決賽，若他們在第4場比賽中擊敗達拉斯獨行俠隊，將可創造歷史。凱爾特人若完成全勝，將在2024年季後賽取得16勝2敗的戰績，成為自2003年採用全四輪七場制以來第二佳的紀錄。凱爾特人將成為第11支在季後賽中贏得冠軍且只有兩場或更少失利的球隊。雖然批評指向凱爾特人此次季後賽未面對強勁對手，但若他們擊敗獨行俠，將是一項驕人的成就，尤其許多專家預測獨行俠將取得勝利。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
In the game on June 13, 2024, the Fubon Guardians' Dai Peifeng hit the first walk-off hit in his career, earning the MVP title for the game. This hit was more contributing compared to his previous encounters with opponents. After the game, Dai Peifeng mentioned that dancing during the celebrations was tiring but was happy to have made a significant contribution to the team's victory.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
California lawmakers are at odds with Gov. Gavin Newsom over a $400 million loan to extend the life of the state's last nuclear power plant, Diablo Canyon. The Legislature's move to cancel the loan marks a conflict with Newsom's assertion that the plant is essential for maintaining energy supplies in the face of climate change. The dispute comes amidst concerns over the plant's rising costs and potential implications for ratepayers.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
美國聯準會（Fed）主席鮑爾在最近的記者會中表示，儘管美國通膨情況略有進展，但依然過高，使Fed官員對降息仍持懷疑態度，並堅稱不會考慮升息。鮑爾指出就業市場強勁，經濟仍在成長，但通膨壓力仍需警惕，因此Fed仍然維持限制性貨幣政策。他也提到實現充分就業與物價穩定的風險正逐漸平衡。Fed官員對未來升息未排除可能性，並指出近期經濟數據可能需調整。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
在特斯拉公司的年度股東大會上，投資者投票支持首席執行官伊隆·馬斯克的薪酬計劃，以及將該公司的註冊地點遷至德州，這意味著他們對他的領導能力充滿信心，盡管銷售下滑和股價急劇下跌。馬斯克掌管六家公司，容易分心並做出突然的戰略轉變，但他的這項薪酬投票被廣泛視為對CEO的領導能力和對特斯拉企業治理的不滿的評判。
Source: YAHOO