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Largan Precision Hits Record High of NT$6,915 as Optical Stocks Rally
Electronic Technology · Electronic Components · cnyes · 2026-08-27
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Apple supplier Largan Precision surged to a record high of NT$6,915 on AI optical component optimism, sparking a rally across the optical sector.
What Happened
Record-Breaking Performance: Largan Precision (3008-TW) saw its stock price climb to a historic high of NT$6,915 today, closing at the daily limit. This surge propelled the company to the third-highest priced stock on the Taiwan Stock Exchange, trailing only Aspeed and Clevo.
Sector-Wide Momentum: The rally in Largan triggered a positive ripple effect across the optical component sector, with peers like Genius Electronic Optical (3406-TW) and Zhong Yang Technology (6668-TW) also hitting their daily price ceilings. Investors are increasingly optimistic about the role of optical components in the burgeoning AI and optical communications markets.
Financial Results: Largan reported a net profit of NT$1.826 billion for July 2026, representing a 6.97% year-on-year increase, with earnings per share reaching NT$13.94 for the month. While monthly revenue saw a 10.66% year-on-year decline, the company's profitability remains robust, reflecting effective product mix optimization.
Strong Year-to-Date Earnings: Including the first half of the year, Largan’s cumulative EPS for the first seven months of 2026 reached NT$96.29. Analysts believe the company's strategic pivot toward AI-driven optical communication components will serve as a key growth driver for the remainder of the year.
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