China’s new export trio drives 2025 trade growth

China’s total trade in goods reached CNY45.47 trillion (approx. US$6.51 trillion) in 2025, marking a 3.8% year-over-year increase and setting a new record, the General Administration of Customs announced on January 14. Exports rose 6.1% to CNY26.99 trillion, while imports edged up 0.5% to CNY18.48 trillion, maintaining China’s status as the largest merchandise trader globally.

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E-paper industry moves toward color as E Ink Holdings and Netronix report strong growth in 2025

The e-paper market is undergoing a significant transformation, shifting from traditional black-and-white displays to color technology, driven by device replacement cycles and expanding application areas. This trend has contributed to robust performances by key industry players E Ink Holdings and Netronix in 2025, with both companies poised to achieve record results in 2026.

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AOC 25G41SE/WS is a new 310Hz Fast IPS gaming monitor for China

AOC is expanding its competitive‑gaming lineup with the AOC 25G41SE/WS, a 24.5‑inch Full HD monitor built around a Fast IPS panel and engineered for players who prioritize speed without sacrificing color accuracy. The display delivers a native resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and reaches an impressive 310 Hz refresh rate, supported by Adaptive‑Sync for smoother, tear‑free gameplay. The panel…

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Darfon Energy Tech acquires Hitron to boost edge AI and industrial power solutions

Darfon is actively expanding into the energy and high-end niche application markets. Its subsidiary focused on new energy solutions, Darfon Energy Tech, announced on January 12, 2026, that its board approved a cash acquisition of up to NT$540 million (approx. US$17.1 million) for 100% equity in Hitron. This move reportedly aims to integrate both companies’ power supply technology strengths and further expand their footprint in edge AI, industrial control, and medical application markets.

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Formosa Plastics Group sees rising net loss in 2025

Formosa Plastics Group (FPG) announced preliminary consolidated financial results for 2025 on January 12, reporting a combined net loss after tax of approximately NT$1.093 billion (US$34.56 million), a reversal from a net profit of NT$8.458 billion in 2024. Among its four major companies, Nan Ya Plastics and Formosa Petrochemical Corporation (FPCC) posted profit growth, while Formosa Plastics Corporation (FPC) recorded a wider loss, and Formosa Chemicals & Fibre Corporation (FCFC) posted its first-ever loss since listing.

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