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Largan posts 28% YTD revenue growth, eyes Q3 lens upgrade cycle

1 week ago | digitimes.com | Annabelle Shu |Joseph S. Chen |DIGITIMES Asia

Largan Precision announced on May 5, 2025, that its preliminary revenue for April reached NT$4.375 billion (US$142 million), representing an 11% decline from March but a 27% increase compared to April 2024. The cumulative consolidated revenue from January...
Rick Tsai bets on AI as MediaTek's next growth engine

1 week ago | digitimes.com | Annabelle Shu |Levi Li |DIGITIMES Asia

During MediaTek's first-quarter 2025 earnings call, CEO Rick Tsai reaffirmed that artificial intelligence is central to the company's long-term growth. He emphasized that the broader trend of ubiquitous AI adoption remains intact, with MediaTek continuing...
MediaTek confident in long-term growth potential amid tariff uncertainties

1 week ago | digitimes.com | Annabelle Shu |Charlene Chen |DIGITIMES Asia

MediaTek CEO Rick Tsai has delivered a strong message to stabilize the market amidst recent tariff-induced volatility. He stated that there have been no significant order adjustments, and the company expects stable operations in the second quarter of...
MediaTek posts 48% gross margin in 1Q25, eyes custom chip revenue lift from 2026

2 weeks ago | digitimes.com | Annabelle Shu |Levi Li |DIGITIMES Asia

MediaTek released its first-quarter 2025 earnings on April 30, with CEO Rick Tsai reaffirming confidence in the long-term growth potential of AI, describing it as an enduring and expanding market trend.
Gogoro's battery bet faces market test as it restructures and regroups

2 weeks ago | digitimes.com | Annabelle Shu |Elaine Chen |DIGITIMES Asia

After becoming Taiwan's first unicorn to go public in the US, Gogoro-the electric scooter company known for its sleek design and battery-swapping model-has struggled to maintain investor confidence...
China-EU EV talks advancing as tariff war intensifies

2 weeks ago | digitimes.com | Annabelle Shu |Vyra Wu |DIGITIMES Asia

China is simultaneously engaged in tariff disputes with the US while accelerating dialogue with European automotive representatives to resolve the EU's anti-subsidy investigation against Chinese electric vehicles.
Automotive supply chains favor Japanese brands for orders with higher margins

2 weeks ago | digitimes.com | Annabelle Shu |Rodney Chan |DIGITIMES Asia

Nissan reportedly plans to close its Wuhan plant in China, reflecting Japanese car brands' rapid decline in the Chinese automobile market. However, the automotive supply chain still favors Japanese brands because of the higher gross profit margins associated...
US tariffs spark automotive tax cut debate in Taiwan

2 weeks ago | digitimes.com | Annabelle Shu |Jingyue Hsiao |DIGITIMES Asia

US tariff policies have triggered discussions about tax adjustments in Taiwan's domestic automobile market. In response, Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs and the Taiwan Transportation Vehicle Manufacturers Association (TTVMA) have shown support...
Chinese export curb on rare earths sparks concerns for EV motor suppliers

2 weeks ago | digitimes.com | Annabelle Shu |Jingyue Hsiao |DIGITIMES Asia

China's export restrictions on rare earth minerals have raised concerns within the automotive industries of Europe and Japan while also prompting heightened vigilance in Taiwan's electric vehicle supply chain.
Taiwan weights lower excise tax on vehicles, supported by industry body

2 weeks ago | digitimes.com | Annabelle Shu |Jingyue Hsiao |DIGITIMES Asia

Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs suggests that the current vehicle excise tax on cars, motorcycles, and scooters results in high prices. A moderate tax reduction could lower vehicle prices for both domestic and imported models, easing consumer...