Walsin Lihwa, a leading manufacturer of cables and stainless steel, believes that a potential ceasefire in the Ukraine-Russia conflict could significantly boost demand for stainless steel. This increased demand would span various sectors, including factory equipment, petrochemical facilities, home appliances, and the automotive industry. As a result, such development would greatly benefit the company’s operations.

Wistron is doubling down on artificial intelligence (AI), signaling its intent to capitalize on the surging demand for AI technologies. Chairman Lin Hsien-Ming recently announced that the company will allocate a staggering NT$35.5 billion (US$1.08 billion) to capital expenditures in 2025, a sharp 77% increase from the previous year. Of this amount, NT$13 billion will be invested directly into AI-related production. Despite global economic uncertainties and the potential impact of tariffs, Wistron’s leadership remains undeterred, betting that the growing need for AI will continue to drive business success, with a return on these investments expected by 2026.

Chroma ATE, Taiwan’s leading supplier of automated testing and measurement equipment, achieved a milestone in 2024, posting its highest post-tax net profits in 40 years. Looking ahead to 2025, the company expects continued growth momentum driven by demand for semiconductors, augmented reality (AR) glasses, and AI servers.