Hyundai weighs 3rd EV factory in Europe to bypass tariffs, build local edge

Hyundai Motor is considering the construction of a third electric vehicle (EV) plant in Europe as part of its broader strategy to capitalize on the region’s EV recovery and offset potential risks from rising US trade barriers. The automaker sees Europe as both a strategic growth market and a manufacturing base to navigate tariff-related headwinds through localized production.

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AI-powered NPU race spurs growth for test interface companies

As the global smartphone application processor market undergoes a major shift toward AI-driven performance, chip giants like MediaTek and Qualcomm are ramping up efforts to dominate the neural processing unit AI computing power playing field. This has triggered a series of upgrades in high-speed specifications, with semiconductor test interface companies such as WinWay Technology and Chunghwa Precision Test experiencing renewed growth momentum.

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Acter group hits new highs as global chip demand spurs growth

Acter Group, a leading Taiwanese provider of integrated electromechanical systems for cleanrooms, reported consolidated revenue of NT$3.82 billion (US$130 million) for June 2025, marking a 38% year-over-year increase. Second-quarter revenue reached NT$10.91 billion, up 27% from the previous quarter and 42% year-over-year. Cumulative revenue for the first half of 2025 totaled NT$19.46 billion — a 48% surge compared to the same period in 2024, setting new records for June, the second quarter, and the first half of the year.

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