Taiwan Business Indicators in August 2026
Press Release
National Development Council (NDC) September 29, 2026
In August 2026, the overall monitoring indicator continued to flash the “red” signal, with the total score remaining at 41, the same as the previous month. The trend-adjusted leading index increased for thirteen consecutive months and the coincident index increased for eleven consecutive months, the government will be closely monitoring the economic situation.
The Monitoring Indicators
- The total score in August 2026 was 41, flashing the “red” signal, same as the last month.
Leading Indicators
- The trend-adjusted leading index increased by 0.51% in August 2026 to 104.41, raising for thirteen consecutive months.
Coincident Indicators
- The trend-adjusted coincident index increased by 0.36% in August 2026 to 106.47, rising for eleven consecutive months.
Lagging Indicators
- The trend-adjusted lagging index increased by 1.27% in August 2026 to 105.71, raising for nine consecutive months.
~~ Next publication date: October 28 2026~~