MacroAug 3, 2026, 2:11 PM

Taiwan Q2 GDP Growth Slows to 12.9% YoY, Still Solid

Taiwan's second-quarter GDP growth eased to 12.9% year-on-year from 14.5% in the first quarter, but the pace remains robust as normalization begins, according to DBS Group Research.

Taiwan's economy expanded 12.9% year-on-year in the second quarter, down from 14.5% in the first quarter, DBS Group Research economist Ma Tieying reported.

Despite the deceleration, growth on a quarterly basis remained solid, signaling that the economy is gradually normalizing after a period of rapid expansion.

Source: FXStreet Forex News

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