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BizLink Shares Hit Limit Down Following Cybersecurity Incident

Electronic Technology · Electronic Components · economic_daily · 2026-08-24

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Connector manufacturer BizLink-KY reported a cybersecurity breach in its information systems, causing shares to plummet to the daily limit despite strong recent earnings.

What Happened

Cybersecurity Incident: BizLink-KY announced on the 24th that it detected a security breach in certain information systems, prompting the company to isolate affected segments and engage external experts for recovery. The firm is currently conducting a thorough investigation to restore normal operations.

Operational Impact: Management stated that the incident is not expected to have a material impact on the company's overall financial health or operations. The company is evaluating potential insurance claims while focusing on strengthening its security posture to ensure future data integrity.

Financial Performance: Prior to the incident, the company reported record-breaking results for the second quarter, with net profit reaching NT$2.98 billion. For the first half of the year, BizLink achieved an EPS of NT$26.94, representing a 42% year-over-year growth.

Market Reaction: Investor sentiment soured following the news, leading to a sharp sell-off in the stock. Shares opened flat before sliding into a limit-down position, closing at NT$2,050 and breaking through key technical support levels.

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