PRE-MARKET TAIWAN AND SINGAPORE STOCKS NEWS: AUO Corp (2409 TT) said it is submitting samples of power-efficient micro LED modules to customers ahead of the commercial launch of advanced packaging copackaged optics for AI data centres

AUO Corp's submission of micro LED module samples indicates a proactive approach to leveraging AI demand in data centers, which could position them favorably within the tech landscape.

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PRE-MARKET TAIWAN AND SINGAPORE STOCKS NEWS: AUO Corp (2409 TT) said it is submitting samples of power-efficient micro LED modules to customers ahead of the commercial launch of advanced packaging copackaged optics for AI data centres

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TAIWAN

AUO Corp (2409 TT) - Co. said it is submitting samples of power-efficient micro LED modules to customers ahead of the commercial launch of advanced packaging copackaged optics for AI data centres. (Taipei Times)

TS Financial Holding (2887 TT) - Co. said it is positioned for growth this year, supported by strong global demand linked to AI and stable domestic economic conditions. (Taipei Times)

SINGAPORE

OCBC (OCBC SP) - Co. will lower the interest rate on its 360 Account to 4.45% p.a. on the first SGD 100k from 5.45%, citing broader market conditions. (Business Times)

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (YZJ SP) - Co. secured shipbuilding contracts for 22 vessels in Q1 2026 worth approximately USD 980mln, with no material impact expected on FY26 net tangible assets per share or earnings per share. (Business Times)

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Singapore is considering additional gold storage space to accommodate other central banks’ holdings, as part of a broader push to establish the nation as a bullion trading hub. (Straits Times)

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Meanwhile, TS Financial Holding's optimism regarding AI growth suggests a sector-wide anticipation of increased investment and innovation. Keep an eye on OCBC's interest rate cut; this may signal a shift in borrowing costs that could influence market liquidity and equity valuations.

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