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As of April 30, 2025, here is a summary of major financial news globally and in Taiwan:

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🌐 International Financial Focus

🇺🇸 U.S. Tariff Policy and Corporate Investment

• Former President Trump announced adjustments to automotive tariff measures aimed at preventing tariff stacking and encouraging automakers to invest in the U.S. General Motors is considering a $60 billion investment in the U.S., while Hyundai plans to build a $5.8 billion steel plant in Louisiana, creating over 1,400 job opportunities. 

🇯🇵 Japan's Response to U.S. Tariffs

• The Japanese government has finalized an emergency comprehensive countermeasure in response to the tariff policies imposed by the U.S., aimed at mitigating the impact on the Japanese economy. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba emphasized that necessary measures will be taken to protect domestic industries. 

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🇹🇼 Taiwan's Economic Dynamics

🧾 Income Tax Filing Extension

• The Ministry of Finance announced an extension of the income tax filing and payment deadline for the 113th fiscal year to June 30, in response to the potential impact of the U.S. 'Reciprocal Tariff' policy on Taiwan's economy, easing the filing and payment pressure on the public and businesses. 

🚗 License Tax Payment Reminder

• Taxpayers are reminded that the license tax payment deadline is April 30, with a 1% late fee imposed for every three days overdue, up to a maximum of 10%. Those who have not paid after 30 days will be subject to enforced collection. 

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📈 Stock Market and Corporate Financial Reports

🇨🇳 Positive News for Chinese Enterprises

• Cathay Securities released its first-quarter 2025 report, showing operating income of 11.773 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 47.48%; net profit attributable to the parent company owners was 12.242 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 391.78%. 

🇭🇰 HSBC's First Quarter Performance

• HSBC announced its first-quarter 2025 results, reporting a pre-tax profit of $9.484 billion, down 25.03% year-on-year, but still exceeding market expectations, and declared a first-quarter dividend of 10 cents.