Chinese Foreign Minister Yi Wang’s recent visit to India marks a possible easing in China-India relations, with China reportedly agreeing to address India’s requests for rare earths, fertilizers, and tunnel boring machines. Official announcements have yet to be made.

Apple’s latest beta software has exposed code detailing upcoming processors across its product lineup, confirming some rumors while contradicting earlier reports from outlets including MacRumors. The leak also validated a DIGITIMES scoop from August 11: Apple is developing an entry-level MacBook that will use the same A18 Pro chip as the iPhone 16 series.

Global electronics distributor WPG Holdings reported that tariff revisions prompted customers to advance orders, leading to an atypically steady second quarter 2025 that contrasted with a weaker-than-usual third quarter peak. Despite market uncertainties, the company highlighted strong artificial intelligence-driven opportunities sustaining growth into 2026.

8月19日，路维光电(688401.SH)公布2025年半年度报告，报告期实现营业收入5.44亿元，同比增长37.48%；归属于上市公司股东的净利润1.06亿元，同比增长29.13%；归属于上市公司股东的扣除非经常性损益的净利润9503.94万元，同比增长27.59%；基本每股收益0.55元。