Two major lithium product makers in China are expected to enjoy significant profit growth in the third quarter of this year. Ganfeng Lithium Group and Tianqi Lithium Corporation both said EV and other segments supported by new energies are enhancing their earnings tremendously.

TSMC’s former R&D heavyweight Shang-Yi Chiang unexpectedly appeared at the recent annual Hon Hai Tech Day (HHTD) and participated in three forums, sparking speculation about whether he may assist Hon Hai Technology (Foxconn) in semiconductor development.

LCD TV panel prices have seen little change in October, as inventory has dropped to healthier levels.