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King Slide Completes Ex-Dividend Rally Instantly as AI Demand Drives Earnings
Electronic Technology · Computer Peripherals · economic_daily · 2026-08-27
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Server rail manufacturer King Slide saw its stock price instantly recover its ex-dividend drop of NT$51 per share, bolstered by stellar seven-month earnings.
What Happened
Ex-Dividend Performance: Server rail specialist King Slide went ex-dividend on the 27th, distributing a cash dividend of NT$51 per share. The stock price surged immediately at the opening bell, successfully completing the fill-in process within seconds.
Financial Strength: The company reported an impressive EPS of NT$110.96 for the first half of the year, with the cumulative EPS reaching NT$161.2 through July. Profitability remains robust, with second-quarter gross margins hitting a record high of 87.42%.
Capacity Expansion: To meet the surging demand for AI servers, King Slide's new Houston facility is scheduled to begin mass production in September. Furthermore, the company has accelerated its multi-billion NTD expansion plans for its local facilities to ensure sufficient capacity through 2027.
Market Volatility: Despite the strong start to the trading session, the stock experienced intraday volatility amid broader market fluctuations. Investors remain focused on the company's production ramp-up schedule and its long-term growth trajectory in the AI hardware sector.