Taiwan’s export orders for basic metals and basic metal products reached US$14.65 billion in the January-July 2026 period, increasing 8.4% year on year.
In July alone, export orders in the sector totaled US$2.35 billion, rising 7.3% month on month and 24.3% year on year. This represented a notable increase compared with June, when orders stood at US$2.19 billion.
The figures cover export orders received by Taiwan’s basic metals and basic metal products sector and provide an indication of overseas demand for the industry.
The strong 24.3% year-on-year increase in July contributed to the sector’s overall growth during the first seven months of 2026, bringing cumulative orders to US$14.65 billion and maintaining positive year-on-year momentum.
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