Chunghwa Telecom reported an 8.2% increase in total revenue to NT$61.36 billion for Q2 2026, with net income rising 4.7% to NT$10.64 billion. Growth was led by strong performance in mobile services, with 5G penetration reaching 48.8%, and a 78.9% surge in international business revenue driven by large ICT projects. The company exceeded its quarterly guidance targets and is advancing AI and connectivity investments, aiming to sustain growth and shareholder returns.
PepsiCo recently cut its 2026 earnings outlook, while Coca-Cola raised its guidance, impacting their dividend appeal for retirees. PepsiCo offers nearly double the dividend yield at 4.13%, but Coca-Cola has a steadier payout, stronger earnings growth...
Ionis Pharmaceuticals is advancing its genetic medicine pipeline with new independent U.S. launches of drugs like ZANVASTRO and TRYNGOLZA, which has an expanded indication boosting revenue potential. The company also benefits from partner royalties a...
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US markets showed volatility as concerns about the sustainability of the AI investment boom grew and oil prices surged, complicating inflation and interest rate expectations ahead of the Federal Reserve's upcoming decision. Treasury yields declined f...
Bitcoin ETFs experienced a net outflow of $137.94 million on Friday, reversing over $1 billion of inflows earlier in the week, highlighting a volatile and tactical institutional demand. Major players like Blackrock and Fidelity led both the inflows a...
