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CPO Theme Sparks Optical Stock Rally: Asia Optical Hits Limit Up, Largan and GSEO Rebound
Electronic Technology · Electronic Components · economic_daily · 2026-09-02
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Optical stocks outperformed the broader Taiwan market today, driven by CPO-related momentum, as Asia Optical surged to the daily limit while Largan and GSEO recovered.
What Happened
Optical Sector Performance: Despite a broader market decline in Taiwan, optical stocks stood out due to their involvement in CPO technology. Asia Optical surged to the daily limit of 157.5 TWD, while industry leaders Largan Precision and GSEO also saw intraday gains after initial weakness.
Asia Optical Outlook: Beyond its CPO initiatives, which are expected to contribute to revenue next year, Asia Optical is expanding into humanoid robotics. Management remains optimistic about the second half of the year, citing progress with key clients in the U.S. and Japan.
GSEO Financials: GSEO reported a net profit of 330 million TWD for July, with earnings per share reaching 2.92 TWD, noting that results were impacted by currency fluctuations. The company is strategically leveraging its precision optics and automation capabilities to enter the CPO component market.
Analyst Perspective: Market analysts highlight the potential of optical firms in the CPO space, distinguishing between traditional and new-concept players. Investors are advised to monitor stocks with lower valuation levels, such as Kinko Optical and Advanced Optoelectronic, alongside sector leaders.