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Taiwan's GDP Growth Forecasts: AI Demand Fuels Optimism

9/19/2025

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Taiwan's GDP growth forecast for 2025 is now 4.55%, fueled by strong global AI demand and increased private investment.
The central bank reported a 6.75% GDP increase in the first half of 2025 but anticipates a slowdown to 2.51% in the second half due to high comparison bases and U.S. tariffs.
Traditional industries face near-zero growth, affected by tariffs and oversupply in China, despite benefits to tech sectors from the AI boom.
The central bank kept the key interest rate at 2% and maintained housing loan restrictions due to mortgage lending concentration concerns.
Projected growth for 2026 is 2.68%, with easing inflation pressures allowing for potential monetary support.

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Taiwan's GDP growth forecast for 2025 is now 4.55%, fueled by strong global AI demand and increased private investment.
The central bank reported a 6.75% GDP increase in the first half of 2025 but anticipates a slowdown to 2.51% in the second half due to high comparison bases and U.S. tariffs.
Traditional industries face near-zero growth, affected by tariffs and oversupply in China, despite benefits to tech sectors from the AI boom.
The central bank kept the key interest rate at 2% and maintained housing loan restrictions due to mortgage lending concentration concerns.
Projected growth for 2026 is 2.68%, with easing inflation pressures allowing for potential monetary support.