Taipei — Taiwan will host Taiwan Weeks 2026 from Nov. 3 to 13, bringing together global asset managers, exchange leaders, and institutional investors to reinforce the island's status as an Asian Asset Management Center (AAMC). The Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) announced the event in partnership with the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE), Taipei Exchange (TPEx), Taiwan Futures Exchange (TAIFEX), and Taiwan Depository & Clearing Corporation (TDCC).

The second iteration of the event operates under the theme "From Tech Island to Capital Hub." It highlights Taiwan's strengths in technology and capital markets, its role in global supply chains, and the growing demand for wealth management services across Asia.

Event Scale and Participation

The program includes 12 core events and over 30 series events, hosted by more than 30 asset managers, banks, securities firms, and other organizations. Key topics include artificial intelligence (AI), exchange-traded funds (ETFs), financial resilience, and innovative financing solutions.

The Grand Opening on Nov. 3 will feature discussions on global capital market developments and Taiwan's market potential. Other highlights include:

• The Asian Asset Management Center Forum in Kaohsiung on Nov. 6, showcasing progress in the city's asset management zone.
• The TiBOOST-INNOVATION GROWTH PROGRAM on Nov. 10, connecting promising AI startups with capital market resources and international investors.
• The Asian Corporate Governance Association (ACGA) 25th Annual Conference, held in Taiwan for the first time during the week.

FSC Chairman Dr. Jin-lung Peng stated that the government will continue to advance market-opening measures to support financial and industrial transformation. He noted that Taiwan Weeks helps the international community understand Taiwan and explore new investment opportunities.

What the Numbers Show

The inaugural Taiwan Weeks attracted nearly 28,000 visits, with institutional participation exceeding 1,200 attendees and more than 250 international investor representatives. This baseline demonstrates significant initial engagement from both domestic and global financial sectors, providing a foundation for the expanded participation targeted in 2026.

The official Taiwan Weeks website provides program information, speaker profiles, registration details, and regular updates for investors and market participants.

Former Intel Corporation CEO Pat Gelsinger warned that a complete energy cutoff in Taiwan could trigger an economic crisis worse than the Great Depression. In an interview with the “All-In Podcast” cohost Jason Calacanis, Gelsinger highlighted that turning off a fabrication plant prevents operations from resuming for 90 days. He emphasized that the economic impact of a Taiwan brownout would surpass the Great Depression globally.

Gelsinger’s comments follow a period where Intel’s stock faced pressure due to stronger-than-expected capital spending plans from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. However, Intel has staged a strong comeback over the past year. The turnaround was fueled by President Donald Trump’s decision for the U.S. government to acquire a roughly 10% stake in the chipmaker and Nvidia Corp.’s purchase of more than $5 billion in Intel shares, granting it an approximately 4% stake.

Intel’s Strategic Shift

Intel shares have surged over 320% in the past year, driven by these investments and broader U.S. efforts to strengthen domestic chip manufacturing. This growth comes amid concerns over the geopolitical risks associated with Taiwan-based TSMC. The company recently achieved a key milestone with its ASML chipmaking machine. ASML Holding N.V. CEO Christophe Fouquet confirmed that Intel is already producing commercial chips using next-generation High-NA EUV lithography systems.

Leadership and Financial Strategy

Gelsinger attributed Intel’s previous decline to non-technical leadership, stating he was the first technical leader associated with the company in 15 years upon his return in 2021. He criticized predecessors for making significant technical decisions based on spreadsheets rather than technology trends. He also expressed concern over Intel’s financial strategy before his tenure, noting the company returned approximately $79 billion to shareholders through stock buybacks and dividends from 2015 to 2020.

Key Financial Metrics