Taiwan Industrial Output Growth Strongest Since 2020 âšī¸
Taiwan's industrial production surged by 22.31% year-on-year in April 2025, marking the strongest growth since February 2020, with significant increases in manufacturing and other sectors.
Strong industrial production signals robust economic recovery and potential growth in manufacturing, which could positively influence technology and emerging market investments. The significant year-on-year increase suggests resilience and potential expansion in Taiwan's industrial sector.
Taiwan Current Account Surplus Narrows Slightly in Q1 âšī¸
Taiwan's Q1 2025 current account surplus slightly decreased to USD 30.23 billion, with a widening goods surplus driven by emerging technology demand and early foreign order placements, offsetting increases in services deficit and narrowing primary income surplus.
Macroeconomic data reveals nuanced economic performance with mixed signals. Robust export demand in emerging technologies suggests potential resilience, while service sector challenges and reduced investment income indicate underlying complexity. Moderate relevance to global market sentiment.
Taiwan M2 Money Supply Growth Moderates in April âšī¸
Taiwan's M2 Money Supply grew 3.88% year-on-year in April 2025, decelerating from 4.38% in March, with slower loan and investment growth.
Moderate monetary contraction signals potential economic cooling, with marginal implications for regional financial markets. Slight deceleration in money supply growth suggests cautious economic environment without dramatic shifts.
Taiwan Retail Sales Contract in April âšī¸
Taiwan's retail sales declined 0.6% year-on-year in April 2025, with significant contractions in motor vehicles, textiles, and electronics, while food and recreation sectors showed modest growth.
Moderate economic indicator showing mixed retail performance with sector-specific variations, suggesting potential consumer spending challenges but not a dramatic economic shift.
Taiwan Jobless Rate Stable at 3.36% in Apr âšī¸
Taiwan's unemployment rate remained stable at 3.36% in April 2025, with a slight decrease in unemployed persons and employment, and youth unemployment marginally improving.
Macroeconomic data shows minimal volatility in Taiwan's labor market, suggesting economic stability without significant disruption. The marginal changes indicate a steady economic environment with no dramatic shifts.