AI Data Insight
Taiwan's manufacturing PMI for Q1 2026 climbed further from 57.2 in the previous month to 58.5, marking five consecutive months of expansion and the fastest growth rate in nearly four years. Supported by robust demand in AI and semiconductors, both new orders and production indices rose strongly despite fewer working days. However, geopolitical risks pushing up raw material prices and delivery uncertainties will be key variables in the medium to long term.