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WEI CHIH — Audit Report / Information 2025
May 15, 2026
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Stock Code: 2028
WEI CHIH STEEL INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024
AND INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT
Address : No.123, NanBu Village, Guantian District,
Tainan City, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
Tel : (06)579-0213
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Contents
| Item | Page |
|---|---|
| 1. Cover | 1 |
| 2. Contents | 2 |
| 3. Independent Auditors’ Report | 3 |
| 4. Balance Sheets | 4 |
| 5. Statements of Comprehensive Income | 5 |
| 6. Statements of Changes In Equity | 6 |
| 7. Statements of Cash Flows | 7 |
| 8. Notes to Financial Statements | 8 |
| 1. General Information | 8 |
| 2. The Authorization of The Financial Statements | 8 |
| 3. Application of New and Amended Standards and Interpretations | 8~11 |
| 4. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies | 11~22 |
| 5. Critical Accounting Judgments and Major Sources of Estimation and Assumption Uncertainty | 22~25 |
| 6. Description of Significant Accounts | 25~52 |
| 7. Related Party Transactions | 52~54 |
| 8. Pledged Assets | 55 |
| 9. Significant Contingent Liabilities and Unrecognized Contract Commitments | 55~56 |
| 10. Significant Disaster Losses | 56 |
| 11. Significant Subsequent Events | 56 |
| 12. Others | 56~65 |
| 13. Supplementary Disclosures | 65 |
| A. Significant Transactions Information | 65~67 |
| B. Information on Investees | - |
| C. Information on Investment in Mainland China | - |
| 14. Segment Information | 68 |
| 9. Statement of Major Accounting Items | 69~93 |
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Crowe
國富浩華聯合會計師事務所
Crowe (TW) CPAs
80250 高雄市苓雅區四維三路
6號27樓之1
27F-1., No.6, Siwei 3rd Rd.,
Lingya Dist.,
Kaohsiung City 80250, Taiwan
Tel +886 7 3312133
Fax +886 7 3331710
www.crowe.tw
Independent Auditors’ Report
To the Board of Directors and Shareholders
Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Opinion
We have audited the accompanying balance sheets of Wei Chih steel Industrial Co., Ltd. (the “Company”) as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, and the statements of comprehensive income, changes in equity and cash flows for the years then ended, and the notes to the financial statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies.
In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, and its financial performance and its cash flows for the years then ended, in accordance with the Regulations Governing the Preparation of Financial Reports by Securities Issuers and the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), International Accounting Standards (IAS), IFRIC Interpretations (IFRIC), and SIC Interpretations (SIC) as endorsed and issued into effect by the Financial Supervisory Commission of the Republic of China.
Basis for Opinion
We conducted our audits in accordance with the Regulations Governing Financial Statement Audit and Attestation Engagements of Certified Public Accountants and auditing standards of the Republic of China. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditors’ Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report. We are independent of the Company in accordance with the Code of Professional Ethics for Certified Public Accountant of the Republic of China (the “Code”) and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the Code. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.
Key Audit Matters
Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgment, were of most significance in our audit of the financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025. These matters were addressed in the context of our audit of the financial statements as a whole and, in forming our opinion thereon, we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters.
Key audit matters for the Company's financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025 are stated as follows:
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Authenticity of sales revenue
Please refer to Note 4(17) to the Financial Statements for the relevant accounting policies on revenue recognition.
Description of key audit matter
Wei Chih steel Industrial Co., Ltd mainly engages in the manufacturing and processing of steel rebars, bar steels, wire rods, steel billets and other steel products. The net sales revenue for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $8,513,536 thousand, and the sales revenue from specific customers has changed significantly, comparing with the previous year. The authenticity of sales revenue from specific customers is therefore considered a key audit matter.
How the matter was addressed in our audit:
We have carried out the main audit procedures as follows:
- Understand and test the internal controls that is relevant with the authenticity of sales revenue from customers.
- Obtain detailed sales revenue data from the specific customers mentioned above, and select samples to review shipping documents. Verify whether the payer and the amount of payment match the sales targets and revenue amounts recognized to verify the authenticity of sales revenue.
Responsibilities of Management and Those Charged with Governance for the Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with the Regulations Governing the Preparation of Financial Reports by Securities Issuers, and for such internal control as management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of the financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the financial statements, management is responsible for assessing the Company's ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to liquidate the Company or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so.
Those charged with governance (including the Audit Committee) are responsible for overseeing the Company's financial reporting process.
Auditors' Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditors' report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with the auditing standards of the Republic of China will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.
Crowe
As part of an audit in accordance with the Standards on Auditing of the Republic of China, we exercise professional judgment and professional skepticism throughout the audit. We also:
- Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
- Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company's internal control.
- Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by management.
- Conclude on the appropriateness of management's use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Company's ability to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditors' report to the related disclosures in the financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditors' report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Company to cease to continue as a going concern.
- Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.
We also provide those charged with governance with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, related safeguards.
From the matters communicated with those charged with governance, we determine those matters that were of most significance in the audit of the financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025 and are therefore the key audit matters. We describe these matters in our auditors' report unless law or regulation precludes public disclosure about the matter or when, in extremely rare circumstances, we determine that a matter should not be communicated in our report because the adverse consequences of doing so would reasonably be expected to outweigh the public interest benefits of such communication.
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Crowe
The engagement partners on the audit resulting in this independent auditors’ report are Kuo Ming Lee and Shu Man Tsai.
Crowe (TW) CPAs
Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Republic of China
March 12, 2026
Notice to Readers
The accompanying financial statements are intended only to present the financial position, financial performance and cash flows in accordance with accounting principles and practices generally accepted in the Republic of China and not those of any other jurisdictions. The standards, procedures and practices to audit such financial statements are those generally applied in the Republic of China.
For the convenience of readers, the independent auditors’ report and the accompanying financial statements have been translated into English from the original Chinese version prepared and used in the Republic of China. If there is any conflict between the English version and the original Chinese version or any difference in the interpretation of the two versions, the Chinese-language independent auditors’ report and financial statements shall prevail.
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WEI CHIH STEEL INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
BALANCE SHEETS
(In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars)
| Assets | Note | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amount | % | Amount | % | ||
| CURRENT ASSETS | |||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | 6(1) | $ 90,495 | 1 | $ 140,444 | 1 |
| Notes receivable, net | 6(3) | 39,331 | - | 61,520 | 1 |
| Accounts receivable, net | 6(4) | 834,799 | 10 | 530,572 | 5 |
| Other receivables | 2,373 | - | 8,605 | - | |
| Inventories | 6(5) | 2,694,118 | 33 | 4,296,828 | 44 |
| Prepayments | 6(6) | 98,362 | 1 | 158,003 | 2 |
| Other financial assets - current | 8 | 5,073 | - | 39,527 | - |
| Total current assets | 3,764,551 | 45 | 5,235,499 | 53 | |
| NONCURRENT ASSETS | |||||
| Financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income or loss - noncurrent | 6(7) | 362,562 | 4 | 394,346 | 4 |
| Property, plant and equipment | 6(8) | 4,145,069 | 51 | 4,226,820 | 43 |
| Right-of-use assets | 6(9) | 28,545 | - | 33,583 | - |
| Intangible assets | 6(11) | 1,324 | - | 177 | - |
| Deferred income tax assets | 6(29) | 20,977 | - | 20,183 | - |
| Refundable deposits | 3,412 | - | 1,555 | - | |
| Total noncurrent assets | 4,561,889 | 55 | 4,676,664 | 47 | |
| TOTAL ASSETS | $ 8,326,440 | 100 | $ 9,912,163 | 100 | |
| Liabilities and Equity | |||||
| CURRENT LIABILITIES | |||||
| Short-term loans | 6(12) | $ 429,678 | 6 | $ 1,193,183 | 12 |
| Short-term notes and bills payable | 6(13) | 99,939 | 1 | 549,035 | 6 |
| Financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss - current | 6(2) | 1,455 | - | - | - |
| Contract liabilities - current | 6(23) | 306,908 | 4 | 378,720 | 4 |
| Notes payables | 93,447 | 1 | 142,530 | 1 | |
| Accounts payable | 360,562 | 4 | 455,080 | 5 | |
| Accounts payable - related parties | 7 | 17,617 | - | 30,681 | - |
| Other payables | 6(14) | 296,008 | 4 | 402,735 | 4 |
| Current tax liabilities | 900 | - | 15,371 | - | |
| Provisions - current | 6(15) | 22,239 | - | 14,905 | - |
| Lease liabilities - current | 6(9) | 5,179 | - | 5,034 | - |
| Deferred Revenue | 500 | - | - | - | |
| Current portion of long-term loans | 6(16) | 270,963 | 3 | 191,979 | 2 |
| Total current liabilities | 1,905,395 | 23 | 3,379,253 | 34 |
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| December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liabilities and Equity | Note | Amount | % | Amount | % |
| NONCURRENT LIABILITIES | |||||
| Long-term loans | 6(16) | $1,637,991 | 20 | $1,802,332 | 19 |
| Deferred income tax liabilities | 6(29) | - | - | 82 | - |
| Lease liabilities - noncurrent | 6(9) | 26,201 | - | 31,380 | - |
| Non-current deferred revenue | 6(17) | 4,000 | - | ||
| Net defined benefit liabilities - noncurrent | 6(18) | 23,630 | - | 31,041 | - |
| Guarantee deposits | 1,020 | - | 1,020 | - | |
| Total noncurrent liabilities | 1,692,842 | 20 | 1,865,855 | 19 | |
| Total Liabilities | 3,598,237 | 43 | 5,245,108 | 53 | |
| EQUITY | |||||
| Share capital | 6(19) | ||||
| Ordinary shares | $3,257,148 | 39 | $3,257,148 | 32 | |
| Retained earnings | 6(20) | ||||
| Legal reserve | 267,097 | 3 | 259,247 | 3 | |
| Unappropriated earnings | 903,026 | 11 | 817,944 | 8 | |
| Other equity | 6(21) | 341,643 | 4 | 373,427 | 4 |
| Treasury stock | 6(22) | (40,711) | - | (40,711) | - |
| Total equity | 4,728,203 | 57 | 4,667,055 | 47 | |
| TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY | $8,326,440 | 100 | $9,912,163 | 100 |
WEI CHIH STEEL INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars, Except Earnings Per Share)
| Item | Note | Year Ended December 31 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | ||||
| Amount | % | Amount | % | ||
| OPERATING REVENUES | 6(23) | $ 8,513,536 | 100 | $ 10,196,132 | 100 |
| OPERATING COSTS | 6(5) | (8,179,278) | (97) | (9,639,304) | (94) |
| GROSS PROFIT (LOSS) | 334,258 | 3 | 556,828 | 6 | |
| OPERATING EXPENSES | |||||
| Sales and marketing | (91,707) | (1) | (62,857) | (1) | |
| General and administrative | (102,422) | (1) | (120,140) | (1) | |
| Expected credit gain (loss) | 6(4) | (1,418) | - | 3,139 | - |
| Total operating expenses | (195,547) | (2) | (179,858) | (2) | |
| INCOME FROM OPERATIONS | 138,711 | 1 | 376,970 | 4 | |
| NON-OPERATING INCOME AND EXPENSES | |||||
| Interest income | 6(25) | 1,507 | - | 1,586 | - |
| Other income | 6(26) | 29,807 | - | 32,407 | - |
| Other gains and losses | 6(27) | (11,053) | - | 10,829 | - |
| Finance costs | 6(28) | (58,637) | - | (58,424) | - |
| Total non-operating income and expenses | (38,376) | - | (13,602) | - | |
| INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX | 100,335 | 1 | 363,368 | 4 | |
| INCOME TAX BENEFIT (EXPENSE) | 6(29) | (10,888) | (47,165) | ||
| NET INCOME | 89,447 | 1 | 316,203 | 4 | |
| OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) | 6(30) | ||||
| Items that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss: | |||||
| Remeasurement of defined benefit obligation | 3,485 | - | 7,206 | - | |
| Unrealised gains (loss) on investments in equity instruments measured at fair value through other comprehensive income | (31,784) | - | 81,322 | 1 | |
| Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of income tax | (28,299) | - | 88,528 | - | |
| TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE INCOME | $ 61,148 | 1 | $ 404,731 | 5 | |
| EARNINGS PER SHARE | |||||
| Basic | 6(31) | $ 0.28 | $ 0.98 | ||
| Diluted | 6(31) | $ 0.28 | $ 0.97 |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
WEI CHIH STEEL INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
(In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars)
| Ordinary Shares | Retained Earnings | Others | Total Equity | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Reserve | Unappropriated Earnings | Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Financial Assets at Fair Value Through Other Comprehensive income | Treasury stock | |||
| BALANCE AT JANUARY 1, 2024 | $ 3,257,148 | $ 225,131 | $ 723,065 | $ 292,105 | $ (37,967) | $ 4,459,482 |
| Appropriations of earnings: | ||||||
| Legal reserve | - | 34,116 | (34,116) | - | - | - |
| Cash dividends | - | - | (194,414) | - | - | (194,414) |
| Net income in 2024 | - | - | 316,203 | - | - | 316,203 |
| Other comprehensive income (loss) in 2024, net of income tax | - | - | 7,206 | 81,322 | - | 88,528 |
| Total comprehensive income in 2024 | - | - | 323,409 | 81,322 | - | 404,731 |
| Treasury stock acquired | - | - | - | - | (2,744) | (2,744) |
| BALANCE AT DECEMBER 31, 2024 | 3,257,148 | 259,247 | 817,944 | 373,427 | (40,711) | 4,667,055 |
| Appropriations of earnings: | ||||||
| Legal reserve | - | 7,850 | (7,850) | - | - | - |
| Net income in 2025 | - | - | 89,447 | - | - | 89,447 |
| Other comprehensive income (loss) in 2025, net of income tax | - | - | 3,485 | (31,784) | - | (28,299) |
| Total comprehensive income in 2025 | - | - | 92,932 | (31,784) | - | 61,148 |
| Treasury stock acquired | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| BALANCE AT DECEMBER 31, 2025 | $ 3,257,148 | $ 267,097 | $ 903,026 | $ 341,643 | $ (40,711) | $ 4,728,203 |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
WEI CHIH STEEL INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars)
| Item | Year Ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES | ||
| Income before income tax | $ 100,335 | $ 363,368 |
| Adjustments : | ||
| Adjustments to reconcile profit (loss) | ||
| Depreciation | 381,314 | 356,262 |
| Amortization | 406 | 402 |
| Expected credit loss (gain) | 1,418 | (3,139) |
| Net loss (gain) on financial assets and liabilities at fair value through profit or loss | 1,455 | - |
| Interest expense | 58,637 | 58,424 |
| Interest income | (1,507) | (1,586) |
| Dividend income | (20,810) | (14,899) |
| Loss (gain) on disposal and retirement of property, plant and equipment | (30) | - |
| Transfer of property, plant and equipment to expenses | - | 15,287 |
| Other items | (500) | - |
| Total adjustments to reconcile profit (loss) | 420,383 | 410,751 |
| Net changes in operating assets and liabilities | ||
| Net changes in operating assets | ||
| Decrease (increase) in notes receivable | 22,300 | 5,611 |
| Decrease (increase) in accounts receivable | (305,756) | 622,143 |
| Decrease (increase) in other receivables | 6,237 | (7,002) |
| Decrease (increase) in inventories | 1,661,271 | (1,201,242) |
| Decrease (increase) in prepayments | 59,641 | 67,047 |
| Total changes in operating assets | 1,443,693 | (513,443) |
| Net changes in operating liabilities | ||
| Increase (decrease) in contract liabilities | (71,812) | 348,721 |
| Increase (decrease) in notes payable | (49,083) | (174,779) |
| Increase (decrease) in accounts payable | (107,582) | (115,070) |
| Increase (decrease) in other payables | (31,102) | (18,355) |
| Increase (decrease) in provisions | 7,334 | 926 |
| Increase (decrease) in net defined benefit liabilities | (3,926) | (4,320) |
| Total changes in operating liabilities | (256,171) | 37,123 |
| Total net changes in operating assets and liabilities | 1,187,522 | (476,320) |
| Total adjustments | 1,607,905 | (65,569) |
| Year Ended December 31 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Item | 2025 | 2024 |
| Cash generated from (used in) operations | $1,708,240 | $297,799 |
| Interest received | 1,502 | 1,523 |
| Diviends received | 20,810 | 14,899 |
| Interest paid | (56,133) | (56,049) |
| Income tax returned (paid) | (26,235) | (84,436) |
| Net cash generated from (used in) operating activities | 1,648,184 | 173,736 |
| CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES | ||
| Acquisition of property, plant and equipment | (330,834) | (977,627) |
| Proceeds from disposal of property, plant and equipment | 30 | - |
| Increase in refundable deposits | (1,857) | (528) |
| Decrease in refundable deposits | (1,553) | - |
| Acquisition of intangible assets | - | - |
| Increase in other financial assets | - | (5,452) |
| Decrease in other financial assets | 34,454 | - |
| Net cash generated from (used in) investing activities | (299,760) | (983,607) |
| CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES | ||
| Increase in short-term loans | - | 600,034 |
| Decrease in short-term loans | (763,505) | - |
| Increase in short-term notes and bills payable | - | 120,000 |
| Decrease in short-term notes and bills payable | (450,000) | - |
| Increase in long-term loans | 105,104 | 604,560 |
| Decrease in long-term loans | (192,731) | (166,487) |
| Repayments of principal of lease liabilities | (5,034) | (4,894) |
| Increase in long-term deferred revenue | 5,000 | - |
| Cash dividends paid | (97,207) | (259,432) |
| Treasury stock acquired | - | (2,744) |
| Net cash generated from (used in) financing activities | (1,398,373) | 891,037 |
| NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS | (49,949) | 81,166 |
| CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS - BEGINNING OF PERIOD | 140,444 | 59,278 |
| CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS - END OF PERIOD | $90,495 | $140,444 |
WEI CHIH STEEL INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024
(In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars, Except Stated Otherwise)
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
(1) The Company was incorporated in October 1982 under the former name of Shih Wei Steel Co., Ltd. The Company changed its name as Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd. in July 1989, and consolidated with Wei Hung Construction Co., Ltd. on May 31, 1992. Main business items of the Company are processing, manufacturing, trading and importing / exporting of steel rebars, bar steels, wire rods, steel billets and other steel products. The Company also rents and sales of public housing units and commercial building constructed by construction engineering firms entrusted by the Company. However, such businesses were cancelled in 2010. The Company does not have the ultimate parent company.
(2) The financial statements are presented in the Company's functional currency, New Taiwan Dollars.
2. THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The accompanying financial statements were approved and authorized for issue by the Board of Directors on March 12, 2026.
3. APPLICATION OF NEW AND AMENDED STANDARDS AND INTERPRETATIONS
3-1 Effect of adoption of the amendments to the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), International Accounting Standards (IAS), IFRIC Interpretations (IFRIC), and SIC Interpretations (SIC) (collectively, the "IFRSs") endorsed and issued into effect by the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC):
The adoption of the amendments to the IFRSs endorsed and issued into effect by the FSC did not have any material impact on the Company's accounting policies.
New standards, interpretations and amendments endorsed by the FSC and effective from 2025 are as follows:
| New, Amended or Revised Standards and Interpretations (the “New IFRSs”) | Effective Date Announced by IASB |
|---|---|
| Amendments to IAS 21 "Lack of Exchangeability" | January 1, 2025 |
A. Amendments to IAS 21 "Lack of Exchangeability"
This amendment defines convertibility and provides guidance on how companies can determine the spot exchange rate on the measurement date when a currency lacks convertibility. The amendment also requires companies to provide more useful information in their financial statements when one currency is not convertible into another.
The Company has evaluated the aforementioned standards and interpretations, and there's no significant effect on the Company's financial position and performance.
3-2 Effect of new issuances or amendments to IFRSs as endorsed by the FSC but not yet adopted
| New, Amended or Revised Standards and Interpretations (the “New IFRSs”) | Effective Date Announced by IASB |
|---|---|
| Amendments to IFRS 9 “Financial Instruments” and IFRS 7 “Financial Instruments: Disclosures” - Amendments to the Classification and Measurement of Financial Instruments | January 1, 2026 |
| Amendments to IFRS 9 and IFRS 7 “Contracts involving natural electricity” | January 1, 2026 |
| Annual Improvements to IFRS Accounting Standards – Volume 11 | January 1, 2026 |
A. The Amendments to IFRS 9 “Financial Instruments” and IFRS 7 “Financial Instruments: Disclosures” - Amendments to the Classification and Measurement of Financial Instruments
(A) Clarify and add to the application guidance on how to assess whether contractual cash flows of a financial asset are solely payments of principal and interest (SPPI) on the principal amount outstanding. The amendments further address the assessment on the contractual cash flow that could change subject to a contingent event, for example, interests linked to an ESG metric, as well as the treatment of non-recourse assets and contractually linked instruments.
(B) Require additional disclosures for financial instruments with contractual terms that that could change contractual cash flows of a contingent event (including those that are ESG-linked). Disclosures include a qualitative description of the nature of the contingent event, quantitative information about the possible changes to contractual cash flows as well as the gross carrying amount of financial assets and the amortized cost of financial liabilities subject to those contractual terms.
(C) Clarify that a financial liability is derecognized on the settlement date and describe the accounting treatment for a financial liability (or part of it) that will be settled in cash using an electronic payment system to be discharged before the settlement date if, and only if, the entity has initiated a payment instruction that has resulted in:
a. The entity having no practical ability to withdraw, stop or cancel the payment instruction
b. The entity having no practical ability to access the cash to be used for settlement as a result of the payment instruction
c. The settlement risk associated with the electronic payment system being insignificant
(D) Require additional disclosures for equity instruments classified at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVTOCI). It is required to disclose the fair value gain or loss presented in OCI during the reporting period, showing separately the fair value gain or loss that relates to investments derecognized in the reporting period and the fair value gain or loss that relates to investments held at the end of the reporting period. If an entity derecognizes investments in equity instruments measured at FVTOCI during the reporting period, it is now required, under the amendments, to disclose any transfers of the cumulative gain or loss within equity during the reporting period related to the investments derecognized during that reporting period. Also, it is no longer required to disclose the fair value of each equity instrument designated at FVTOCI, this information can be provided by class of instruments
The Company has evaluated the aforementioned standards and interpretations, and there's no significant effect on the Company's financial position and performance.
3-3 Effect of IFRSs issued by IASB but not yet endorsed and issued into effect by FSC :
| New IFRSs | Effective Date Announced by IASB |
|---|---|
| Amendments to IFRS 10 and IAS 28 "Sale or Contribution of Assets between an Investor and its Associate or Joint Venture" | To be determined by IASB |
| IFRS 18 "Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements" | January 1, 2027(Note A) |
| IFRS 19 “Disclosure Initiative - Subsidiaries without Public Accountability: Disclosures” | January 1, 2027 |
| IAS 21 "Translation to a Hyperinflationary Presentation Currency" | January 1, 2027 |
Note A: On September 25, 2025, the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) announced in its press release that public companies shall apply IFRS 18 starting from fiscal year 2028. In addition, entities that wish to early adopt IFRS 18 may elect to do so after the FSC has endorsed IFRS 18.
- Amendments to IFRS 10 and IAS 28 "Sale or Contribution of Assets between an Investor and its Associate or Joint Venture"
The amendment resolve the difference between IFRS10 and IAS28, Transactions in which investors sell (invest) assets to their affiliated companies or joint ventures. Recognition of the gain or loss from the sale or contribution of assets depends on whether the assets constitute a business.
(A) The gain or loss resulting from the sale or contribution of assets that constitute a business, between an investor and its associate or joint venture is recognized in full;
(B) The partial gain or loss recognition for transactions between an investor and its associate or joint venture only apply to the gain or loss resulting from the sale or contribution of assets that do not constitute a business.
- IFRS 18 “Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements”
IFRS 18 will replace IAS1 and update the structure of the consolidated income statement. Added new disclosures on management performance measurement, and strengthened the aggregation and segmentation principles applied to the main financial statements and notes.
- IFRS 19 “Disclosure Initiative - Subsidiaries without Public Accountability: Disclosures”
IFRS 19 permits eligible subsidiaries to apply reduced disclosure requirements instead of the disclosure requirements in other IFRS Accounting Standards.
- IAS 21 "Translation to a Hyperinflationary Presentation Currency"
This amendment introduces a requirement that, when translating from a functional currency of a non-hyperinflationary economy into a presentation currency of a hyperinflationary economy, all amounts, including comparative amounts, shall be translated using the closing rate at the end of the most recent reporting period. The amendment also provides an exception whereby, if both the functional currency and the presentation currency are currencies of hyperinflationary economies, and the foreign operation is an entity with a functional currency of a non-hyperinflationary economy, comparative amounts are not required to be retranslated. In addition, the amendment requires disclosures that include the translation method applied and summarized financial information of the foreign operations to which the translation method is applied.
As of the date the accompany consolidated financial statements are authorized for issue, the Company is still evaluating the impact on its financial position and financial performance as a result of the initial adoption of the aforementioned standards or interpretations. The related impact will be disclosed when the Company completes the evaluation.
4. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The principal accounting policies adopted in the preparation of these financial statements are set out below. These policies have been applied consistently across all reporting periods unless otherwise stated.
4.1 Statement of Compliance
The accompanying financial statements have been prepared in conformity with the Regulations Governing the Preparation of Financial Reports by Securities Issuers and the IFRSs endorsed by the FSC with the effective dates.
4.2 Basis of preparation
(1) Except for the following items, the accompanying financial statements have been
prepared on a historical cost basis:
A. Financial assets and financial liabilities (including derivative instruments) measured at fair value through profit or loss.
B. Financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value through other comprehensive income.
C. Defined benefit liabilities recognized based on the net amount of pension fund assets less the present value of defined benefit obligation.
(2) The preparation of the financial statements in compliance with IFRSs requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also requires management to exercise judgment in applying the Group’s accounting policies. Areas involving a higher degree of judgment or complexity, or areas where assumptions and estimates have a significant impact on the financial statements are disclosed in Note 5.
4.3 Foreign Currencies
(1) Foreign currency transactions and balance
A. Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using the exchange rates prevailing at the dates of the transactions or valuation where items are remeasured.
B. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies at the period end are retranslated at the exchange rates prevailing at the balance sheet date. Exchange differences arising upon re-translation at the balance sheet date are recognized in profit or loss.
C. Non-monetary items measured at fair value that are denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the rates prevailing at the date when the fair value was determined. Exchange differences arising on the retranslation of non-monetary items are included in profit or loss for the year except for exchange differences arising on the retranslation of non-monetary items in respect of which gains and losses are recognized directly in other comprehensive income, in which case, the exchange differences are also recognized directly in other comprehensive income. Non-monetary items that are measured in terms of historical cost in foreign currencies are not retranslated.
4.4 Classification of current and non-current items
(1) Assets that meet one of the following criteria are classified as current assets; otherwise, they are classified as non-current assets:
A. Assets arising from operating activities that are expected to be realized, or are intended to be sold or consumed within the normal operating cycle;
B. Assets held mainly for trading purposes;
C. Assets that are expected to be realized within twelve months from the balance sheet date;
D. Cash and cash equivalents, excluding restricted cash and cash equivalents and those intended to be exchanged or used to settle liabilities more than twelve months after the balance sheet date.
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(2) Liabilities that meet one of the following criteria are classified as current liabilities; otherwise they are classified as non-current liabilities:
A. Liabilities that are expected to be settled within the normal operating cycle;
B. Liabilities held mainly for trading purposes;
C. Liabilities that are to be paid off within twelve months from the balance sheet date (Even if a long-term refinancing or re-arrangement of payment agreements is completed after the balance sheet date and before the issuance of the financial report is approved, it is classified as current liabilities).
D. Liabilities for which there is no substantive right at the balance sheet date to defer settlement for at least twelve months after the balance sheet date. The classification of a liability is not affected if its terms allow the counterparty to settle it by issuing equity instruments at their discretion.
4.5 Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents comprises cash on hand, demand deposits and short-term, highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value (including the original maturity of the time deposits within three months.)
4.6 Financial instruments
Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognized when the Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognized initially at fair value plus or minus, in the case of investments not at fair value through profit or loss, directly attributable transaction costs. Transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition of financial assets or financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss are recognized immediately in profit or loss.
(1) Financial assets
A. Measurement categories
All regular way purchases or sales of financial assets are recognized and derecognized using trade date accounting.
Financial assets are classified into the following categories: financial assets measured at amortized cost, and equity investments measured at FVTOCI.
a. Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss
Financial assets are classified as at FVTPL when such a financial asset is mandatorily classified or designated as at FVTPL. Financial assets mandatorily classified as at FVTPL include equity investments that are not designated as at FVTOCI and debt investments that do not meet the criteria for being classified as at amortized cost criteria or at FVTOCI.
Financial assets at FVTPL are initially and subsequently measured at fair value, with any dividends, interest earned recognized as other income, and gains or losses arising from remeasurement recognized in other gains or losses. Fair value is determined in the manner described in Note 12(3).
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b. Financial assets at amortized cost
Financial assets that meet the following conditions are subsequently measured at amortized cost:
i. The financial asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold financial assets in order to collect contractual cash flows; and
ii. The contractual terms of the financial assets give rise on specified date to cash flow that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.
Financial assets at amortized cost, which equals to gross carrying amount determined by the effective interest method less any impairment loss. Exchange differences are recognized in profit or loss.
Expect for the following two cases, interest income is calculated by applying the effective interest rate to the gross carrying amount of a financial asset.
i. Purchased or originated credit-impaired financial assets: for those financial assets, the Company applies the credit-adjusted effective interest rate to the amortized cost of the financial asset from initial recognition.
ii. Financial assets that are not purchased or originated credit-impaired financial assets but subsequently have become credit-impaired financial assets: for those financial assets, the Company shall apply the effective interest rate to the amortized cost of the financial asset in subsequent reporting periods.
c. Investments in equity instruments at FVTOCI
On initial recognition, the Company may make an irrevocable election to designate investments in equity instruments as at FVTOCI. Designation at FVTOCI is not permitted if the equity investment is held for trading or if it is contingent consideration recognized by an acquirer in a business combination.
Investments in equity instruments at FVTOCI are subsequently measured at fair value with gains and losses arising from changes in fair value recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in other equity. The cumulative gain or loss will not be reclassified to profit or loss on disposal of the equity investments, instead, they will be transferred to retained earnings.
Dividends on these investments in equity instruments at FVTOCI are recognized in profit or loss when the Company's right to receive the dividends is established, unless the Company's right clearly represent a recovery of part of the cost of the investment.
B. Impairment of financial assets
a. At the end of each reporting period, a loss allowance for expected credit loss is recognized for financial assets at amortized cost (including accounts receivable), investments in debt instruments that are measured at FVTOCI, lease receivable and contract assets.
b. The Company always recognize lifetime Expected Credit Loss (i.e. ECL) for accounts receivables. For other financial assets, the Company recognize lifetime ECL when there has been a significant increase in credit risk since initial
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recognition. If, on the other hand, the credit risk on the financial instrument has not increased significantly since initial recognition, the Company measures the loss allowance for that financial instrument at an amount equaling to 12-month ECL.
c. Expected credit losses reflect the weighted average of credit losses with the respective risks of a default occurring as the weights. 12-month ECL represents the portion of lifetime ECL that is expected to result from default events on a financial instrument that are possible within 12 months after the reporting date. In contrast, lifetime ECL represents the expected credit losses that will result from all possible default events over the expected life of a financial instrument.
d. The Company recognizes an impairment loss in profit or loss for all financial instruments with a corresponding adjustment to their carrying amount through a loss allowance account, except for investments in debt instruments that are measured at FVTOCI, for which the loss allowance is recognized in other comprehensive income and does not reduce the carrying amount of the financial asset.
C. Derecognition of financial assets
The Company derecognizes a financial asset when one of the following conditions is meet:
a. The contractual rights to receive cash flows from the financial asset expire.
b. The contractual rights to receive cash flows from the financial asset have been transferred and the Company has transferred substantially all risks and rewards of ownership of the financial asset.
c. The Company neither retains nor transfers substantially all risks and rewards of ownership of the financial asset; however, it has not retained control of the financial asset.
On derecognition of financial assets at amortized cost in its entirety, the difference between the financial asset’s carrying amount and the sum of the consideration received is recognized in profit or loss. On derecognition of debt instrument measured at fair value through other comprehensive income, the difference between the financial asset’s carrying amount and the sum of the consideration received and the cumulative gain or loss that had been recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in equity is recognized in profit or loss. On derecognition of equity instruments at fair value through other comprehensive income in its entirety, the cumulative profit and loss will be transferred directly to retained earning without reclassified into profit and loss.
(2) Equity instruments
The Company classifies the instrument issued as a financial liability or an equity instrument in accordance with the substance of the contractual arrangement and the definitions of a financial liability, and an equity instrument. An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of an entity after deducting all of its liabilities. The transaction costs of an equity transaction are accounted for as a
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deduction from equity to the extent they are incremental costs directly attributable to the equity transaction that otherwise would have been avoided.
(3) Financial liabilities
A. Subsequent measurement
Financial liabilities other than those held for trading purposes and designated as at fair value through profit or loss are subsequently measured at amortized cost at the end of each reporting periods.
B. Derecognition of financial liabilities
The Company derecognizes financial liabilities when, and only when, the Company's obligations are discharged, cancelled or they expire. The difference between the carrying amount of the financial liability derecognized and the consideration paid and payable (including any non-cash assets transferred or liabilities assumed) is recognized in profit or loss.
(4) Modification of Financial Instruments
When the contractual cash flows of a financial instrument are renegotiated or modified and the renegotiation or modification does not result in the derecognition of that financial instrument, the Company recalculates the gross carrying amount of the financial asset or the amortized cost of the financial liabilities using the original effective interest rate and recognises a modification gain or loss in profit or loss. Any costs or fees incurred adjust the carrying amount of the modified financial instrument and are amortised over the remaining term of the modified financial instrument. If the renegotiation or modification results in that the derecognition of that financial instrument is required, then the financial instrument is derecognized accordingly.
4.7 Inventories
Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realizable value, accounted for on a perpetual basis. Cost is determined using the weighted-average method. The cost of finished goods and work in process comprises raw materials, direct labor, other direct costs and related production overheads (allocated based on normal operating capacity). It excludes borrowing costs. The item by item approach is used in applying the lower of cost and net realizable value. Net realizable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less the estimated cost of completion and costs necessary to make the sale.
4.8 Property, Plant, and Equipment
(1) Property, plant and equipment are initially recorded at cost. Borrowing costs incurred during the construction period are capitalized. For property, plant and equipment under construction, sample produced from testing whether the asset is functioning properly before its intended use are measured at lower of the costs or net realizable value. Proceeds from selling such an item and the cost of the item are recognized in profit or loss.
(2) Subsequent costs are included in the asset's carrying amount or recognized as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. The carrying amount of the replaced part is derecognized. All other repairs and
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maintenance are charged to profit or loss during the financial period in which they are incurred.
(3) Land is not depreciated. Other property, plant and equipment apply cost model and are depreciated using the straight-line method to allocate their cost over their estimated useful lives. The assets' residual values, useful lives and depreciation methods are, reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at each financial year-end. If expectations for the assets' residual values and useful lives differ from previous estimates or the patterns of consumption of the assets' future economic benefits embodied in the assets have changed significantly, any change is accounted for as a change in estimate under IAS 8, "Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors", from the date of the change. Service lives estimated as follows:
| Building and structure | |
|---|---|
| Main buildings including plant and office building | 21-56 years |
| Equipment of electromechanical dynamic force | 9-46 years |
| Others | 2-16 years |
| Machinery | 2-36 years |
| Other equipment | 2-36 years |
(4) An item of property, plant and equipment is derecognized upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected to arise from the continued use of the assets. Any gain or loss arising on the disposal or retirement of an item of property, plant and equipment is determined as the difference between the sales proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and is recognized in profit or loss.
4.9 Leases
The Company assesses whether the contract is (or includes) a lease at the date of the contract. For a contract that contains a lease component and non-lease components, the Company allocates the consideration in the contract to each component on the basis of the relative stand-alone price and accounts for each component separately.
(1) The Company as lessee
Except for payments for low-value asset and short-term leases which will be recognized as expenses on a straight-line basis, the Company will recognize right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for all leases at the inception of lease.
Right-of-use asset
The right-of-use asset is initially measured at cost (including the initial measurement amount of the lease liability, the payments less incentives, initial direct costs and the estimated recover cost), the subsequent measurement is based on the cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment loss, and adjusting the amount of re-measures of lease liabilities.
The right-of-use asset recognized depreciation is using the straight-line basis from the date of the lease until the expiration of the useful life or the expiration of the lease term, the depreciation is provided that the title of the underlying asset will be acquired at the
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end of the lease period or, if the cost of the right-of-use asset reflects the execution of the purchase option.
Lease liability
The lease liability is initially measured by the present value of the lease payment (including fixed payment, substantive fixed payment, change in lease payment depending on the index or rate, etc.). If the implied interest rate on the lease is easy to determine, the lease payment is discounted using that interest rate. If the interest rate is not easy to determine, the lessee's increase borrowing rate is used.
Subsequently, lease liabilities are measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method, with interest expense recognized over the lease terms. If the lease period, the evaluation of the purchase choice, the amount of expected to be paid under the residual value guarantee or the change in the index or rate used to determine the lease payment result in a change in the future lease payment, the Company will measure the lease liability and adjust the right-of-use assets relatively. If the carrying amount has been reduced to zero, the remaining amount will recognize in the profit and loss. Lease liabilities are presented as a separate line item in the balance sheets.
(2) The Company as lessor
Leases are classified as finance leases whenever the terms of a lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessee. All other leases are classified as operating leases.
Under finance leases, the lease payments comprise fixed payments, in-substance fixed payments and variable lease payments that depend on an index or a rate. The net investment in a lease is measured at the present value of the sum of the lease payments receivable and any unguaranteed residual value plus initial direct costs and is presented as a finance lease receivable. Finance lease income is allocated over the lease term so as to reflect a constant, periodic rate of return on the Company's net investment in the leases.
Under operating leases, lease payments, less any lease incentives payable, are recognized as lease income on a straight-line basis over the lease terms. Initial direct costs incurred in obtaining operating leases are added to the carrying amounts of the underlying assets and recognized those costs as an expense over the lease term on the same basis as the lease income.
4.10 Investment properties
Investment properties are properties held to earn rentals and/or for capital appreciation (including property under construction for such purposes), also include land held for a currently undetermined future use.
Investment properties are measured initially at cost, including transaction costs. Subsequent to initial recognition, investment properties are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment loss. Depreciation is recognized using the straight-line method.
Investment properties in the course of construction are stated at cost less accumulated
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impairment loss. Cost includes professional fees and borrowing costs eligible for capitalization. Depreciation of these assets commences when the assets are ready for their intended use.
On derecognition of an investment property, the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset is recognized in profit or loss.
4.11 Intangible assets
Separately acquired intangible assets with finite useful lives are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost less accumulated amortization and accumulated impairment loss. Amortization is recognized on a straight-line basis over the following estimated lives: computer software - 4 to 5 years. The estimated useful life and amortization method for an intangible asset are reviewed at each financial year-end. Any changes in estimates is accounted for on a prospective basis.
An intangible asset is derecognized upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected to arise from the continued use of the asset. Any gain or loss arising from the disposal of the assets is determined as the difference between the disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and is recognized in profit or loss.
4.12 Impairment of non-financial assets
The Company assesses at the end of reporting period the recoverable amounts of those assets where there is an indication that they are impaired. An impairment loss is recognized for the amount by which the asset's carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the higher of an asset's fair value less costs to sell and its value in use. When the indication of impairment loss recognized in prior years for an asset other than goodwill no longer exists, the impairment loss is reversed to the extent of the loss previously recognized in profit or loss.
4.13 Provisions
Provisions are recognized when the Company has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of past events, and it is probable that an outflow of economic resources will be required to settle the obligation and the amount of the obligation can be reliably estimated. Provisions are measured at the present value of the expenditures expected to be required to settle the obligation on the balance sheet date. The discount rate (or rates) shall be a pretax rate (or rates) that reflect(s) current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the liability. Where discounting is used, the carrying amount of a provision increases in each period to reflect the passage of time. This increase is recognized as interest expense. Provisions are not recognized for future operating losses.
4.14 Employee benefits
(1) Short-term employee benefits
Short-term employee benefits are measured at the undiscounted amount of the benefits expected to be paid in respect of service rendered by employees in a period and should be recognized as expenses in that period when the employees render service.
(2) Pensions
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A. Defined contribution plans
For defined contribution plans, the contributions are recognized as pension expenses when they are due on an accrual basis. Prepaid contributions are recognized as an asset to the extent of a cash refund from the plan or a reduction in future contributions to the plan.
B. Defined benefit plans
(A) Net obligation under a defined benefit plan is defined as the present value of an amount of pension benefits that employees will receive on retirement for their services with the Company in the current period or prior period. The liability recognized in the balance sheet in respect of defined benefit pension plans is the present value of the defined benefit obligation at the balance sheet date less the fair value of plan assets. The net defined benefit obligation is calculated annually by independent actuaries using the projected unit credit method. The discount rate used is determined by using the market yields (at the end of the reporting period) on government bonds denominated in the currency in which the benefits are to be paid.
(B) Remeasurements of defined benefit plans are recognized in other comprehensive income as incurred and are recorded as retained earnings.
(C) Past-service costs are recognised immediately in profit or loss.
(3) Employees' compensation and directors' and supervisors' remuneration
Employees' compensation and directors' and supervisors' remuneration are recognized as expenses and liabilities, provided that such recognition is required under legal or constructive obligations and those amounts can be reliably estimated. Any difference between the amount accrued and the amount actually distributed is accounted for a change in accounting estimate.
(4) Termination benefits
Termination benefits are employee benefits provided in exchange for the termination of an employee's employment as a result of either the Company's decision to terminate an employee's employment before the normal retirement date, or an employee's decision to accept an offer of benefits in exchange for the termination of employment. The Company recognizes expense when it can no longer withdraw an offer of termination benefits or when it recognizes related restructuring costs, whichever is earlier. Benefits expected to be due more than 12 months after the balance sheet date are discounted to their present value.
4.15 Share capital
Ordinary shares are classified as equity. The classification of preferred stocks is based on the special rights entitled to preference shares based on the substance of the contract and the definition of financial liabilities and equity instruments. If preferred stocks meet the definition of a financial liability, they are classified as liabilities; otherwise, they are classified as equity. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or stock options are recognized in equity as a deduction from the proceeds.
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4.16 Income tax
(1) The tax expense for the period comprises current and deferred tax. Tax is recognized in profit or loss, except to the extent that it relates to items recognized in other comprehensive income or items recognized directly in equity, in which cases the tax is recognized in other comprehensive income or equity, respectively.
(2) The current income tax charge is calculated based on the basis of the tax laws enacted or substantively enacted at the balance sheet date in the countries where the Company operates and generates taxable income. Management periodically evaluates positions taken in tax returns with respect to situations in accordance with applicable tax regulations. It establishes provisions where appropriate based on the amounts expected to be paid to the tax authorities. An additional tax calculated in accordance with Income Tax Act of the Republic of China is levied on the unappropriated retained earnings and is recorded as income tax expense in the subsequent year when the stockholders approve to distribute retain earnings.
(3) Deferred income tax is recognized, using the balance sheet method, on temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements. However, the deferred income tax is not accounted for if it arises from initial recognition of goodwill or of an asset or liability in a transaction other than a business combination that at the time of the transaction affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss, and it does not give rise to equal deductible and taxable temporary differences at the time of transaction. Deferred income tax is determined using tax rates (and laws) that have been enacted or substantially enacted by the balance sheet date and are expected to apply when the related deferred income tax asset is realized or the deferred income tax liability is settled.
(4) Deferred income tax assets are recognized only to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be available against which the temporary differences, unused tax losses, and unused tax credits can be utilized. At each balance sheet date, unrecognized and recognized deferred income tax assets are reassessed.
(5) Current income tax assets and liabilities are offset and the net amount is reported in the balance sheet when there is a legally enforceable right to offset the recognized amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or realized the asset and settle the liability simultaneously. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are offset on the balance sheet when the entity has the legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets against current tax liabilities and they are levied by the same taxation authority on either the same entity or different entities that intend to settle on a net basis or realized the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
(6) A deferred tax asset shall be recognized for the carryforward of unused tax credits resulting from acquisitions of equipment or technology, research and development expenditures, employee training, and equity investments to the extent that it is possible that future taxable profit will be available against which the unused tax credits can be utilized.
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4.17 Revenue Recognition
The Company applies the following steps for revenue recognition:
(1) Identifying the contract;
(2) Identifying performance obligations;
(3) Determining the transaction price;
(4) Allocating the transaction price to performance obligations; and
(5) Recognizing revenue when (or as) a performance obligations is satisfied.
For contracts where the period between the date on which the Company transfers a promised good or service to a customer and the date on which the customer pays for that good or service is within one year, the Company does not adjust the promised amount of consideration for the effect of a significant financing component.
Revenue from the sale of goods comes from sales of steel rebars, wire rods, bar steels, steel billets and other steel products. Sales revenues are recognized while the control of goods is transferred to the customers since the customers have full discretion over the manner of distribution and price to sell the goods, has the primary responsibility for sales to future customers and bears the risks of obsolescence. The Company recognizes revenues and accounts receivable at the point and presents it in net term after deducting sales return, quantity discount and sales allowance.
The Company does not recognize sales revenue on materials delivered to subcontractors because such delivery does not involve a transfer of control.
4.18 Borrowing Costs
Borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of qualifying assets are capitalized as part of the cost of those assets until substantially all the activities necessary to prepare the qualifying asset for its intended use or sale are complete.
To the extent that an entity borrows funds specifically for the purpose of obtaining a qualifying asset, the entity shall determine the amount of borrowing costs eligible for capitalisation as the actual borrowing costs incurred on that borrowing during the period less any investment income on the temporary investment of those borrowings.
Except for those qualifying capitalization, all other borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in profit or loss as incurred.
5. CRITICAL ACCOUNTING JUDGEMENTS AND MAJOR SOURCES OF ESTIMATION AND ASSUMPTION UNCERTAINTY
In the preparation of the Company’s financial statements, the critical accounting judgments the Company has made and the major sources of estimation and assumption uncertainty are described as follows:
5.1 Critical judgements in applying accounting policies
(1) Business model assessment for financial assets
The Company determines the business model at a level that reflects how groups of financial assets are managed together to achieve a particular business objective. This assessment involves judgment and consideration of all relevant evidence, such as how
the performance of the assets is evaluated, the risks that affect the performance of the assets, and how the managers of the assets are compensated. The Company constantly assesses the adequacy of its business model and monitors financial assets measured at amortized cost and debt investments measured at fair value through other comprehensive income. When these assets are derecognized prior to their maturity, the Company reviews the reasons for their disposal and whether the reasons are consistent with the objective of the business for which the assets were held. If the objective of the business for an asset is changed, the classification of the asset is prospectively changed from the reclassification date.
(2) Revenue recognition
The Company assesses if it controls the specified good or service before that good or service is transferred to a customer to determine whether it is acting as a principal or as an agent in the transaction in accordance with IFRS 15. Where the Company acts as an agent, revenue is recognized on a net basis.
When another party is involved in providing goods or services to a customer, the Company is a principal if the group obtains control of any one of the following:
A. a good or another asset from the other party that it then transfers to the customer.
B. a right to a service to be performed by the other party, which gives the Company the ability to direct that party to provide the service to the customer on the Company's behalf.
C. a good or service from the other party that it then combines with other goods or services in providing the specified good or service to the customer.
Indicators that the Company controls the specified good or service before it is transferred to the customer include, but are not limited to, the following:
A. the entity is primarily responsible for fulfilling the promise to provide the specified good or service.
B. the entity has inventory risk before or after the specified good or service has been transferred to a customer.
C. the entity has discretion in establishing the price for the specified good or service.
(3) Lease terms
In determining the lease term, the Company considers all the facts and circumstances that create an economic incentive to exercise or not to exercise the option, including any expected changes in facts and circumstances from the commencement date until the exercise date of the option. Main factors considered include the contractual terms and conditions for the periods covered by the option, significant leasehold improvements undertaken (or expected to be undertaken) over the contract term, the importance of the underlying asset to the lessee's operations, etc. The lease term is reassessed if a significant change in circumstances that are within control of the Company occurs.
5.2 Critical accounting estimates and assumptions
(1) Revenue Recognition
The Company recognizes a refund for estimated future returns and other allowance in
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the same period the related revenue is recorded. The Company estimates sales returns and allowance based on historical experience and other known factors. The Company reassesses the reasonableness of the estimates periodically.
(2) Estimated impairment of financial assets
The provision for impairment of trade receivables is based on assumptions on risk of default and expected loss rates. The Company makes these assumptions and selects inputs for impairment calculation based on the Company's historical experience and existing market conditions, as well as forward looking information. Where the actual future cash inflows are less than expected, a material impairment loss may arise. Important assumptions and input values used are referred to note 6(3).
(3) Fair value measurements and valuation processes
Where some of the Company's assets and liabilities measured at fair value have no quoted prices in active markets, the Company determines, based on relevant regulations and judgment, whether to engage third party qualified valuers and the appropriate valuation techniques for the fair value measurements.
Where Level 1 inputs are not available, the Company determines appropriate inputs by referring to the analyses of the financial position and the operation results of the investees, the most recent transaction prices, prices of the same equity instruments not quoted in active markets, quoted prices of similar instruments in active markets, and valuation multiples of comparable entities. If the actual changes of inputs in the future differ from expectation, the fair value might vary accordingly. The Company updates inputs periodically according to market conditions to monitor the appropriateness of the fair value measurement. Please refer to Note 12(3) for fair value valuation technique and input values.
(4) Impairment assessment of tangible and intangible assets
In the course of impairment assessments, the Company determines, based on how assets are utilised and relevant industrial characteristics, the useful lives of assets and the future cash flows of a specific group of the assets. Changes in economic circumstances or the Company's strategy might result in material impairment of assets in the future.
(5) Realizability of deferred tax assets
Deferred tax assets are recognized only to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which the deferred tax asset can be utilized. The Company's management assesses the realizability of deferred tax assets by making critical accounting judgments and significant estimates of expected future revenue growth rate, gross profit rate, the tax exemption period, available tax credits, and tax planning, etc. Changes in the global economic environment, industrial environment, and laws and regulations might result in material adjustments to deferred tax assets.
(6) Evaluation of inventories
As inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realizable value, the Company needs to exercise judgments and estimates the net realizable value of inventory for obsolescence and unmarketable items on balance sheet date due to the rapid technology changes and writes down inventories to the net realizable value. Such an evaluation of
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inventories is mainly based on the demand for the products within a specified period in the future. Therefore, there might be material changes to the evaluation.
(7) Calculation of accrued pension obligations
When calculating the present value of defined pension obligations, the Company uses judgments and actuarial assumptions to determine related estimates, including discount rates and future salary increase rate. Changes in these assumptions may have a significantly impact on the carrying amount of defined pension obligations.
(8) Lessees' incremental borrowing rates
In determining a lessee's incremental borrowing rate used in discounting lease payments, a risk-free rate for the same currency and relevant duration is selected as a reference rate, and the lessee's credit spread adjustments and lease specific adjustments (such as asset type, guarantees, etc.) are also taken into account.
6. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTS
6.1 Cash and cash equivalents
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Cash on hand | $89 | $488 |
| Checking account | 324 | 324 |
| Demand deposits | 83,852 | 87,104 |
| Foreign currency deposits | 6,230 | 52,528 |
| Total | $90,495 | $140,444 |
(1) The Company deposits its cash and cash equivalents at several financial institutions that have high credit quality to diversify its risk. Therefore, the Company considers its cash and cash equivalents to have low credit risk.
(2) The Company had no cash and cash equivalents pledged to others.
6.2 Financial instruments at fair value through profit or loss - current
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Forward exchange contracts | $(1,455) | $- |
(1) The Company recognised net gain (loss) on financial instruments at FVTPL were ($1,455) thousand and $0 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
(2) The Company entered into derivative financial instruments to manage exposures due to exchange rate fluctuations of foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities. The Company's financial hedging strategy is aimed at hedging most of the market price or cash flow risks. The nature of the transaction and the contract information are as follows: December 31, 2025 :
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| Item | Currency/Contract Amount | Contract period | Exercise Exchange rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forward exchange contracts | USD / NTD | ||
| USD 9,320 | February 2026 to March 2026 | 30.924~31.320 |
December 31, 2024 : None
(3) Valuation techniques of financial instruments valued at fair value: The evaluation of derivative financial instruments is based on evaluation models widely accepted by market users, such as discounted and option pricing models or based on counterparty quotations.
6.3 Notes receivable, net
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| At amortized cost | ||
| Notes receivable | $39,529 | $61,829 |
| Less: Loss allowance | (198) | (309) |
| Notes receivable, net | $39,331 | $61,520 |
(1) The Company had no notes receivable pledged to others.
(2) Please refer to Note 6(4) for the relevant disclosure of loss allowance for notes receivable.
6.4 Accounts receivable, net
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| At amortized cost | ||
| Accounts receivable | $838,994 | $533,238 |
| Less: Loss allowance | (4,195) | (2,666) |
| Accounts receivable, net | $834,799 | $530,572 |
(1) The average credit period of sales of goods ranges from 7 to 60 days, which is determined by reference to the credit granting policy based on the counterparties' industrial characteristics, operation scales and profitability.
(2) The Company had no accounts receivable pledged to others.
(3) The Company using the simplified approach to recognize the loss allowance at an amount equal to lifetime expected credit losses (i.e. ECLs) for notes receivables and accounts receivables. The expected credit losses are calculated based on loss rates estimated by reference to past default experience and the current financial position of the debtor, adjusted for current and forecast economic conditions of the industry. As the Company's historical credit loss experience does not show significantly different loss patterns for different customer segments, the following provision matrix for loss allowance based on past due status is not further distinguished according to the Company's different customer base.
(4) The loss allowances for notes receivable and accounts receivable according to the
provision matrix were detailed below:
| December 31, 2025 | Expected credit loss rate | Gross carrying amount | Loss allowance (Lifetime ECL) | Amortized cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not past due | 0.5%~1% | $878,523 | ($4,393) | $874,130 |
| 1-90 days | 10% | - | - | - |
| 91-180 days | 50% | - | - | - |
| Over 180 days | 100% | - | - | - |
| Total | $878,523 | ($4,393) | $874,130 | |
| December 31, 2024 | Expected credit loss rate | Gross carrying amount | Loss allowance (Lifetime ECL) | Amortized cost |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Not past due | 0.5%~1% | $595,067 | ($2,975) | $592,092 |
| 1-90 days | 10% | - | - | - |
| 91-180 days | 50% | - | - | - |
| Over 180 days | 100% | - | - | - |
| Total | $595,067 | ($2,975) | $592,092 |
(5) The movements of the loss allowances for notes receivable and accounts receivable were as follows:
| Year Ended December 31 | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Beginning balance | $2,975 | $6,114 |
| Add: Recognition of impairment losses | 1,418 | - |
| Less: Reversal of impairment losses | - | (3,139) |
| Ending balance | $4,393 | $2,975 |
These amounts were recognized considering all other credit enhancements held by the Company. The other enhancements, such as letter of credits, held by the Company for these accounts receivable amounted to $624,490 thousand and $342,434 thousand as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
The Company writes off an accounts receivable when there is information indicating that the debtor is in severe financial difficulty and there is no realistic prospect of recovery. However, the Company continues to engage in enforcement activity to recover the receivables due. Any recovered amounts are recognized in profit or loss. The Company has written off $0 thousand and $0 thousand for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
(6) Please refer to Note 12 for information on related credit risk management and evaluation method.
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6.5 Inventories and costs of goods sold
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Raw materials | $412,340 | $840,223 |
| Supplies | 397,525 | 406,158 |
| Work in process | 1,207,670 | 2,405,966 |
| Finished goods | 675,888 | 643,699 |
| Other inventories | 695 | 782 |
| Total | $2,694,118 | $4,296,828 |
(1) The related inventory gains (losses) recognized as costs of goods sold for the current year:
| Items | Year ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Cost of goods sold | $7,983,685 | $9,601,364 |
| Unallocated overheads | 195,593 | 37,940 |
| Total operating costs | $8,179,278 | $9,639,304 |
(Note) Including the downtime loss incurred during the period from July to August 2025 due to the installation of energy-saving and carbon-reduction equipment and related commissioning operations; please refer to Note 9(5) for details.
(2) The Company recognized inventory valuation loss (gain) of both $0 thousand for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively, due to inventory's write-down to net realizable value, or the net realizable value of inventories recovered as a result of market stabilization.
(3) The Company had no inventories pledged to others.
6.6 Prepayments
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Overpaid sales tax | $- | $ 38,456 |
| Prepayments to supplies | 34,043 | 53,906 |
| Prepaid expenses | 36,014 | 26,061 |
| Input Tax | 6,947 | 14,013 |
| Other prepayments | 21,358 | 25,567 |
| Total | $98,362 | $158,003 |
6.7 Financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income
| Item | December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Noncurrent | ||
| Equity instruments | ||
| Domestic unlisted shares | $5,732 | $5,732 |
| Domestic listed shares | 15,187 | 15,187 |
| Subtotal | $20,919 | $20,919 |
| Valuation adjustment | 341,643 | 373,427 |
| Total | $362,562 | $394,346 |
(1) Investments in domestic listed and unlisted stocks are held for medium to long-term strategic purposes and are expected to be profitable through long-term investments. Accordingly, the management elected to designate these equity investments as at FVTOCI as they believe that recognizing short-term fluctuations in these investments' fair value in profit or loss would not be consistent with the Company's strategy of holding these investments for long-term purposes.
(2) Please refer to Note 12 for information on related credit risk management and evaluation method.
6.8 Property, plant and equipment
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Land | $1,745,971 | $1,745,971 |
| Buildings | 1,388,148 | 1,375,487 |
| Machinery | 5,989,141 | 5,735,797 |
| Other equipment | 1,187,559 | 1,180,468 |
| Equipment to be inspected and construction in progress | 252,236 | 233,572 |
| Total cost | $10,563,055 | $10,271,295 |
| Less: Accumulated depreciation | (6,417,986) | (6,044,475) |
| Total | $4,145,069 | $4,226,820 |
| Cost | Land | Buildings | Machinery | Other equipment | Equipment to be inspected and construction in progress | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balance at January 1, 2025 | $1,745,971 | $1,375,487 | $5,735,797 | $1,180,468 | $233,572 | $10,271,295 |
| Additions | - | 8,428 | 82,583 | 2,003 | 260,072 | 353,086 |
| Disposals | - | - | - | (2,765) | (2,765) | |
| Reclassification | - | 4,233 | 229,322 | 7,853 | (241,408) | - |
| Equipment spare parts are transferred to the material inventory | - | - | (58,561) | - | - | (58,561) |
| Balance at December 31, 2025 | $1,745,971 | $1,388,148 | $5,989,141 | $1,187,559 | $252,236 | $10,563,055 |
| Accumulated depreciation | ||||||
| Balance at January 1, 2025 | $ - | $1,027,595 | $3,954,094 | $1,062,786 | $ - | $6,044,475 |
| Depreciation expense | - | 28,939 | 296,383 | 50,954 | - | 376,276 |
| Disposals | - | - | - | (2,765) | - | (2,765) |
| Balance at December 31, 2025 | $ - | $1,056,534 | $4,250,477 | $1,110,975 | $ - | $6,417,986 |
| Costs | Land | Buildings | Machinery | Other equipment | Equipment to be inspected and construction in progress | Total |
| Balance at January 1, 2024 | $1,150,473 | $1,375,487 | $5,087,161 | $1,160,929 | $624,697 | $9,398,747 |
| Additions | 475,872 | - | 80,757 | 9,335 | 392,950 | 958,914 |
| Reclassification | 119,626 | - | 654,245 | 10,204 | (784,075) | - |
| Transfer to expenses | - | - | (15,287) | - | - | (15,287) |
| Equipment spare parts are transferred to the material inventory | - | - | (71,079) | - | - | (71,079) |
| Balance at December 31, 2024 | $1,745,971 | $1,375,487 | $5,735,797 | $1,180,468 | $233,572 | $10,271,295 |
| Accumulated depreciation and impairment | ||||||
| Balance at January 1, 2024 | $ - | $998,626 | $3,699,717 | $994,907 | $ - | $5,693,250 |
| Depreciation expense | - | 28,969 | 254,377 | 67,879 | - | 351,225 |
| Balance at December 31, 2024 | $ - | $1,027,595 | $3,954,094 | $1,062,786 | $ - | $6,044,475 |
- Please refer to Note 6.28 for information on interest capitalization.
- Please refer to Note 8 for information on the property, plant and equipment that were pledged to others.
- The Company is unable to register the land under its name due to restrictions by laws and regulations. Therefore, the land is temporarily registered under the name of an individual. The amounts for the land as of December 31, 2025 and 2024 are $165,972 thousand and $165,972, respectively. Accordingly, the ownership was registered under the name of an individual with an affidavit as safeguard measures, when the restriction was cancelled, the land will be unconditionally transfer to the Company. As of December 31, 2025, the mortgage rights of the above-mentioned assets have been set up. The obligee is the Company or used as collateral for the Company's loans.
- Reconciliation of current additions and the acquisition of property, plant and equipment in statement of cash flows is as follows:
| Items | Year ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Increase in property, plant and equipment | $353,086 | $958,914 |
| Increase (decrease) in purchase of equipment payable | (22,252) | 18,713 |
| Cash paid for acquisition of property, plant and equipment | $330,834 | $977,627 |
6.9 Lease agreements
(1) Right-of-use assets
| December 31 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Item | 2025 | 2024 |
| Land | $63,807 | $63,807 |
| Transportation equipment | 622 | 622 |
| Total cost | $64,429 | $64,429 |
| Less: Accumulated depreciation | (35,884) | (30,846) |
| Right-of-use assets, net | $28,545 | $33,583 |
| Cost | Land | Transportation Equipment |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Balance at January 1, 2025 | $63,807 | $622 |
| Additions | - | - |
| Balance at December 31, 2025 | $63,807 | $622 |
| Accumulated Depreciation | ||
| Balance at January 1, 2025 | $30,224 | $622 |
| Depreciation | 5,038 | - |
| Balance at December 31, 2025 | $35,262 | $622 |
| Cost | Land | Transportation Equipment | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balance at January 1, 2024 | $63,807 | $622 | $64,429 |
| Additions | - | - | - |
| Balance at December 31, 2024 | $63,807 | $622 | $64,429 |
| Accumulated Depreciation and Impairment | |||
| Balance at January 1, 2024 | $25,187 | $622 | $25,809 |
| Depreciation | 5,037 | - | 5,037 |
| Balance at December 31, 2024 | $30,224 | $622 | $30,846 |
(2) Lease liabilities
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Carrying amount of lease liabilities | ||
| Current | $5,179 | $5,034 |
| Noncurrent | $26,201 | $31,380 |
The ranges of discount rates for the lease liabilities:
| Item | Year ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Land/Transportation equipment | 2.68% ~ 2.83% | 2.68% ~ 2.83% |
Please refer to Note 12(2) for information on the maturity analysis of the lease liabilities.
(3) Material lease-in activities and terms
The Company leases land and transportation equipment for the use of plants and official vehicles. The lease terms range from 1 to 3 years. The Company has an option to renew part of the leases at the end of the lease terms. The company recognizes the lease renewal rights as lease liabilities. There was no indication of impairment for right-of-use assets as of December 31, 2025. Therefore, no impairment assessment was performed for these assets.
(4) Subleases of right-of-use assets: None.
(5) Other lease information:
Cash outflow relating to leases for the year is as follows:
| Item | Year ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Expenses relating to short-term leases | $2,915 | $2,880 |
| Expenses relating to low-value asset leases | $ - | $ - |
| Expenses relating to variable lease payments not included in the measurement of lease liabilities | $ - | $ - |
| Total cash outflow for leases (Note) | ($7,949) | ($7,774) |
(Note): Payments of the principal portion of lease liabilities are included.
The Company elected to apply the recognition exemption for short-term leases and low-value asset leases and, thus, did not recognize right-of-use assets and lease liabilities.
6.10 Investment properties
| Items | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Land | $2,709 | $2,709 |
| Building | 5,320 | 5,320 |
| Total costs | $8,029 | $8,029 |
| Less: accumulated depreciation and impairment | (8,029) | (8,029) |
| Net | $ - | $ - |
6.11 Intangible Assets
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Computer software | $4,732 | $3,179 |
| Less: Accumulated amortization | (3,408) | (3,002) |
| Net | $1,324 | $177 |
| Cost | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Opening balance | $3,179 | $3,179 |
| Additions | 1,553 | - |
| Ending balance | $4,732 | $3,179 |
| Accumulated amortization | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Opening balance | $3,002 | $2,600 |
| Amortization | 406 | 402 |
| Ending balance | $3,408 | $3,002 |
6.12 Short-term loans
| The Nature of loans | December 31, 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Amount | Interest rate | |
| Purchase loans | $279,678 | 2.23% - 5.98% |
| Unsecured loans | 150,000 | 1.98%- 2.39% |
| Total | $429,678 |
The interest rate of New Taiwan dollar borrowing is 1.98%~2.39%, and the interest rate of US dollar borrowing is 4.85%~5.98.
The interest rate of New Taiwan dollar borrowing is 1.95%-2.43%, and the interest rate of US dollar borrowing is 5.51%.
6.13 Short-term notes and bills payable
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial paper | $100,000 | $550,000 |
| Less: unamortized discount | (61) | (965) |
| Net | $99,939 | $549,035 |
| Interest Rate Range | 1.50%-1.77% | 1.56%-1.87% |
6.14 Other payables
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Water and electricity charges | $69,404 | $75,915 |
| Accrued payroll | 48,374 | 56,494 |
| Equipment payable | 39,424 | 17,172 |
| Interest payable | 2,104 | 2,774 |
| Slag cleaning freight | 73,832 | 79,533 |
| Quantity discounts | 2,422 | 6,477 |
| Bonus to employees and remuneration to directors - last period | 69 | 40 |
| Bonus to employees and remuneration to directors - current period | 2,573 | 9,317 |
| Dividends payable | - | 97,207 |
| Purchase bonus | 33,854 | 38,378 |
| Other payables | 23,952 | 19,428 |
| Total | $296,008 | $402,735 |
6.15 Provisions - current
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Employee benefits | $17,439 | $14,905 |
| Onerous purchase contracts | 4,800 | - |
| Total | $22,239 | $14,905 |
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| Item | Employee benefits | Provision for carbon fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2025 | $14,905 | $ - | $14,905 |
| Recognized during the period | 17,439 | 4,800 | 22,239 |
| Used during the period | (14,905) | - | (14,905) |
| December 31, 2025 | $17,439 | $4,800 | $22,239 |
| Items | Employee benefits | Provision for carbon fees | Total |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| January 1, 2024 | $13,979 | $ - | $13,979 |
| Recognized during the period | 14,905 | - | 14,905 |
| Used during the period | (13,979) | - | (13,979) |
| December 31, 2024 | $14,905 | $ - | $14,905 |
- Provision for employee benefits is an estimate of employee's vested short-service leave.
- Provision for carbon fees: The Company plans to submit a self-reduction plan and an application for identification as a high carbon leakage risk industry in May 2025. The Company comprehensively considers the available internal and external information, evaluates whether preferential rates and emission adjustment coefficients should be applicable, and estimates the carbon fee liability provision based on the ratio of emissions from January to September 2025 to the estimated carbon emissions for 2025. According to regulations, the carbon fee for 2025 should be paid in May 2026.
6.16 Long-term loans and current portion
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Unsecured loans | $832,558 | $460,006 |
| Secured loans | 1,077,281 | 1,537,460 |
| Subtotal | $1,909,839 | $1,997,466 |
| Less: Current portion | (270,963) | (191,979) |
| Less: Unamortized discount | (885) | (3,155) |
| Total | $1,637,991 | $1,802,332 |
| Interest rate range | 1.595%-2.529% | 1.72%-2.5284% |
- According to loan agreements, the Company shall set up a special account for operating receipts in Mega International Commercial Bank, and promise that the cumulative amount of remittance (deposit) shall not be less than a certain amount every quarter from the day of drawing, and the average balance of the special account shall not be less than a certain amount in 3 months. Except for the quarter of the day of drawing, the review date will be the end of each quarter. If the Company does not meet the above creteria, the interest rate will be increased by another 0.1% from the next day of the quarter until the creteria is met. The Company has met the creteria of the
contract in the recent quarter.
-
According to loan agreements, the Company shall maintain specific current ratios, debt ratios and interest coverage ratios after loan disbursement. After the day of drawing, the above-mentioned financial ratios of the annual financial reports shall be reviewed by the end of May each year, and the short-term borrowing limit shall not exceed 30,000 thousand if the above-mentioned financial ratios of the annual financial reports do not meet the creteria. The above-mentioned financial ratios of the second quarter financial reports shall continue to be reviewed, and if they do not meet the creteria, the short-term borrowing limit shall be reviewed. After reviewing the 2025 annual financial report, the financial ratios met the requirements of the loan contract.
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Please refer to Note 8 for collaterals pledged for long-term borrowings.
6.17 Long-term deferred revenue
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Deferred revenue: | ||
| Equipment subsidy | $5,000 | $ - |
| Less: cumulated recognized revenue | (500) | - |
| Less: reclassified advance receipts | ||
| (current portion) | (500) | - |
| Ending balance | $4,000 | $ - |
The company obtained the waste heat and waste cold recovery technology demonstration application project subsidy - steel drum preheater regenerative combustion and fuel conversion project through the Ministry of Economic Affairs, and received the equipment purchase subsidy in February 2025.
6.18 Pension
- Defined contribution plans
(1) The employee pension plan under the Labor Pension Act of the R.O.C. (the Act) is a defined contribution plan. Pursuant to the plan, the Company makes monthly contributions of 6% of each individual employee's salary or wage to employees' pension accounts.
(2) The amount to be contributed under the defined contribution plans was recognized as expense in the statements of comprehensive income, totaled $9,813 thousand and $9,881 thousand for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 respectively.
- Defined benefit plans
(1) The Company has a respective defined benefit pension plan in accordance with the Labor Standards Law of the R.O.C. Pension benefits are based on the number of units accrued and the average monthly salaries and wages of the last 6 months prior to retirement. The Company contributes monthly an amount equal to 2% of the employees' monthly salaries and wages to the retirement fund deposited in Bank of Taiwan, the trustee, under the name of the independent retirement fund committee.
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Also, the Company would assess the balance in the aforementioned labor pension reserve account by the end of each year. If the account balance is not enough to pay the pension to the labors expected to be qualified for retirement in the following year, the Company will make contribution for the deficit by next March. The pension fund is managed by the government's designated authorities and the Company has no right to influence their investment strategies. The difference is allocated to the special account, and write off the net defined benefit liability are $0 thousand on March 31, 2025 and 2024.
(2) Amounts incurred from defined benefit plans were recognized for obligations in the balance sheet as follows:
| Items | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Present value of defined benefit obligations | $84,431 | $86,263 |
| Fair value of plan assets | (60,801) | (55,222) |
| Net defined benefit liabilities (assets) | $23,630 | $31,041 |
(3) Movements in net defined benefit liabilities are as follows:
| Item | Year ended December 31, 2025 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Present value of defined benefit obligations | Fair value of plan asset | Net defined benefit liability | |
| Balance at January 1 | $86,263 | (55,222) | $31,041 |
| Service cost | |||
| Current service cost | 564 | - | 564 |
| Interest expense (revenue) | 1,349 | (900) | 449 |
| Past service cost | - | - | - |
| Recognized in profit or loss | $1,913 | ($900) | $1,013 |
| Remeasurements | |||
| Return on plan assets (excluding amounts included in net interest) | $- | ($3,861) | ($3,861) |
| Actuarial losses (gains) - | |||
| Effect of change in demographic assumptions | - | - | - |
| Effect of change in financial assumptions | 1,424 | - | 1,424 |
| Experience adjustments | (1,048) | - | (1,048) |
| Recognized in other comprehensive income | $376 | ($3,861) | ($3,485) |
| Contribution from the employer | $- | ($4,939) | ($4,939) |
| Paid Pension | (4,121) | 4,121 | - |
| Balance at December 31 | $84,431 | ($60,801) | $23,630 |
| Items | Year ended December 31, 2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Present value of defined benefit obligations | Fair value of plan assets | Net defined benefit liabilities | |
| Balance at January 1 | $93,047 | ($50,480) | $42,567 |
| Service cost | |||
| Current service cost | 423 | - | 423 |
| Interest expense (revenue) | 1,093 | (620) | 473 |
| Past service cost | - | - | - |
| Recognized in profit or loss | $1,516 | ($620) | $896 |
| Remeasurements | |||
| Return on plan assets (excluding amounts included in net interest) | $- | ($4,427) | ($4,427) |
| Actuarial losses (gains) - | |||
| Effect of change in demographic assumptions | - | - | - |
| Effect of change in financial assumptions | (2,593) | - | (2,593) |
| Experience adjustments | (186) | - | (186) |
| Recognized in other comprehensive income | ($2,779) | ($4,427) | ($7,206) |
| Contribution from the employer | $- | ($5,216) | ($5,216) |
| Paid Pension | (5,521) | 5,521 | - |
| Balance at December 31 | $86,263 | ($55,222) | $31,041 |
(4) Because of the defined benefit plans under the Labor Standards Law, the Company is exposed to the following risks:
A. Investment risk
The pension funds are invested in equity and debt securities, bank deposits, etc. at the discretion of the Bureau of Labor Funds of Ministry of Labor, or under the mandated management. However, under the Labor Standards Law, the rate of return on plan assets shall not be less than the average interest rate on a two-year time deposit published by the local banks.
B. Interest rate risk
A decrease in the government bond interest rate will increase the present value of the defined benefit obligation; however, this will be partially offset by an increase in the return on the debt investments of the plan assets.
C. Salary risk
The present value of the defined benefit obligation is calculated by reference to the future salaries of plan participants. As such, an increase in the salary of the plan participants will increase the present value of the defined benefit obligation.
(5) The actuarial valuations of the present value of the defined benefit obligation were carried out by qualified actuaries. The significant assumptions of the actuarial valuations were as follows:
Measurement date December 31
| Item | 2025 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Discount rate | ||
| Employee | 1.35% | 1.60% |
| Manager | 1.35% | 1.60% |
| Rate of future salary increase | 2.00% | 2.00% |
| The weighted average duration of the defined benefit obligation - employee | 6years | 7 years |
| The weighted average duration of the defined benefit obligation - manager | 6years | 7 years |
A. Assumptions on future mortality experience are set based on the 6th Taiwan Standard Ordinary Experience Mortality Table (TSO).
B. If possible reasonable change in each of the significant actuarial assumptions will occur and all other assumptions will remain constant, the present value of the defined benefit obligation would increase (decrease) as follows:
December 31, 2025:
| Items | Employee | Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Discount rate | ||
| 0.25% increase | (1,252) | (128) |
| 0.25% decrease | 1,286 | 131 |
| Expected rate of salary increase | ||
| 0.25% increase | 1,275 | 129 |
| 0.25% decrease | (1,247) | (127) |
December 31, 2024:
| Items | Employee | Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Discount rate | ||
| 0.25% increase | (1,403) | (140) |
| 0.25% decrease | 1,444 | 143 |
| Expected rate of salary increase | ||
| 0.25% increase | 1,434 | 142 |
| 0.25% decrease | (1,401) | (140) |
The sensitivity analysis presented above may not be representative of the actual change in the present value of the defined benefit obligation as it is unlikely that the change in assumptions would occur in isolation of one another as some of the actuarial assumptions may be correlated.
(6) The Company’s contribution for expected payment of pension plans for the year ended December 31, 2025 is $5,502 thousand.
6.19 Share capital
- The movements in the number of the Company’s ordinary shares outstanding are as follows:
| Items | Year ended December 31, 2025 | Year ended December 31, 2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shares (in thousands) | Amount | Shares (in thousands) | Amount | |
| Ordinary shares | 325,715 | $3,257,148 | 325,715 | $3,257,148 |
- As of December 31, 2024, the authorized capital amount of the Company is $7,200,000 thousand, consisting of 720,000 thousand shares, at par value of $10 per share. The Company’s paid-in capital is $3,257,148 thousand, consisting of ordinary shares.
6.20 Retained earnings and dividend policy
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According to the earnings distribution policy of the Company's articles of association, the Company's surplus earnings distribution or loss make-up can be done after the end of each quarter. If there is a surplus in the quarterly final accounts, it should first estimate and retain the tax payable, make up for the accumulated losses, estimate and retain the employee's remuneration and director's remuneration, and add 10% to the statutory reserve. When the legal reserve equals the Company's paid-in capital, 10% of the remaining amount is no longer to be set aside as legal reserve. The special earnings reserve shall be recognized or reversed in accordance with laws and regulations. If there is still a earnings, the balance shall be added to the accumulated undistributed earnings of the previous quarter, and the board of directors shall prepare a earnings distribution proposal. When earnings are distributed in cash, it shall be subject to a resolution of the board of directors, and when earnings are distributed in the form of new shares, it shall be submitted to the shareholders' meeting for resolution. The Company's dividend policy is based on current and future development plans, consideration of the investment environment, domestic and foreign competition conditions, and maintenance of a sound long-term financial structure, as well as factors such as shareholders' interests. The total expected dividend distribution in cash is not less than 30% of the current after-tax net profit after making up for past losses, deducting legal reserve and the provision or reversal of special earnings reserve in accordance with laws and regulations. Except for improving the financial structure and meeting the capital needs of major capital expenditures, cash dividends shall not be less than 10% of the total dividends distributed in the current year.
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Except for covering accumulated deficit or issuing new stocks or cash to shareholders in proportion to their share ownership, the legal reserve shall not be used for any other purpose. The use of legal reserve for the issuance of stocks or cash to shareholders in proportion to their share ownership is limited to the portion in excess of 25% of the
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Company's paid-in capital.
- The shareholders' meeting on June 12, 2024 approved the earnings distribution plan for the fourth quarter of 2023 and the board of directors in August 2024 approved the earnings distribution plan for the second quarter of 2024. The appropriations and dividends per share were as follows:
| Appropriation of Earnings | Dividends Per Share (NT$) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Item | For Fiscal Year 2023 | The second quarter of 2024 | The fourth quarter of 2023 | The second quarter of 2024 | |
| Resolution Date | June 20, 2024 | August 13, 2024 | Total | ||
| Legal reserve | $9,625 | $24,491 | $34,116 | ||
| Cash dividends | 97,207 | 97,207 | 194,414 | $0.30 | $0.30 |
| Total | $106,832 | $121,698 | $228,530 |
- The shareholders' meeting on June 18, 2025 approved the earnings distribution plan for the fourth quarter of 2024 and the board of directors on August 11, 2025 approved the earnings distribution plan for the second quarter of 2025. The appropriations and dividends per share were as follows:
| Appropriation of Earnings | Dividends Per Share (NT$) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Item | The fourth quarter of 2024 | The second quarter of 2025 | The fourth quarter of 2023 | The second quarter of 2024 | |
| Resolution Date | June 18, 2025 | August 11, 2025 | Total | ||
| Legal reserve | $7,850 | $- | $7,850 | ||
| Cash dividends | - | - | - | $- | $- |
| Total | $7,850 | $- | $7,850 |
- Reconciliation of the dividends resolved and cash dividends paid in statement of cash flows is as follows:
| Year ended December 31 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Item | 2025 | 2024 |
| Cash dividend for the period | $- | $194,414 |
| Increase or decrease in dividends payable | 97,207 | 65,018 |
| Amount of cash dividends paid in the current period | $97,207 | $259,432 |
- The earnings distribution plan for the fourth quarter of 2025 approved by the Board of Directors is as follows:
| Item | Appropriation of Earnings | Dividends |
|---|---|---|
| The fourth quarter of 2025 | ||
| Resolution Date | March 12, 2026 | Per Share (NT$) |
| Legal reserve | $9,293 | |
| Cash dividends | 64,804 | $0.2 |
| Total | $74,097 |
The appropriations of earnings for the fourth quarter of 2025 are to be presented for approval in the shareholders meeting to be held in June 2026.
- Information on the resolution of the board of directors' and shareholders' meetings regarding the appropriation of earnings is available from the "Market Observation Post System" on the website of the TWSE.
6.21 Other Equity Items
| Unrealized gains (losses) on valuation of financial assets at FVTOCI | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year Ended December 31 | ||
| Item | 2025 | 2024 |
| Beginning balance | $373,427 | $292,105 |
| Unrealized gains (losses) on valuation | (31,784) | 81,322 |
| financial assets at FVTOCI | ||
| Ending balance | $341,643 | $373,427 |
6.22 Treasury stock
- Reasons for share repurchase and movements in the number of the treasury shares are as follows:
2025:
| Unit: in thousand | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year ended December 31, 2025 | ||||
| Reasons for share repurchase | January 1 | Increase during the year | Decrease during the year | December 31 |
| To be reissued to employees | 1,693 | - | - | 1,693 |
2024 :
Unit: in thousand
| Year ended December 31, 2024 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reasons for share repurchase | January 1 | Increase during the year | Decrease during the year | December 31 |
| To be reissued to employees | 1,583 | 110 | - | 1,693 |
(1) The Company repurchased 2,000 thousand shares of ordinary stock from August 12, 2022 to October 11, 2022 at a price range of $18 to $28 per share by resolution of the Board of Directors on August 11, 2022 to motivate employees and retain outstanding talent. However, if the share price falls below the lower limit of the originally agreed range, the Company will continue to buy back the Company's shares, and as of October 11, 2022, the expiration date of the repurchase period, the Company has repurchased a total of 1,005 thousand shares.
(2) The Company repurchased 1,000 thousand shares of ordinary shares from November 11, 2022 to January 9, 2023 at a price range of $18 to $24 per share by resolution of the Board of Directors on November 10, 2022 to motivate employees and retain outstanding talent. However, if the share price falls below the lower limit of the originally agreed range, the Company will continue to buy back the Company's shares, and as of December 31, 2022 and January 9, 2023, the expiration date of the repurchase period, the Company executed the repurchase of a total of 259 thousand shares.
(3) The Company repurchased 2,000 thousand shares of ordinary shares from November 13, 2023 to January 12, 2024 at a price range of $18 to $25 per share by resolution of the Board of Directors on November 10, 2023 to motivate employees and retain outstanding talent. However, if the share price falls below the lower limit of the originally agreed range, the Company will continue to buy back the Company's shares, and as of December 31, 2023, a total of 319 thousand shares have been repurchased. In addition, as of January 12, 2024, the expiration date of the repurchase period, the Company executed the repurchase of a total of 429 thousand shares.
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Pursuant to the R.O.C. Securities and Exchange Law, the number of shares bought back as treasury share should not exceed 10% of the number of the Company's issued, outstanding shares and the amount bought back should not exceed the sum of retained earnings, paid-in capital in excess of par value and realised capital surplus.
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Pursuant to the R.O.C. Securities and Exchange Law, treasury shares should not be pledged as collateral and are not entitled to dividends before they are reissued.
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Pursuant to the R.O.C. Securities and Exchange Law, treasury shares should be reissued to the employees within five years from the repurchase date and shares not reissued within the five-year period are to be retired. Treasury shares for protecting the
Company's credit rating and the stockholders' interest should be retired within six months of repurchase.
6.23 Operating Revenue
| Item | Year Ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Revenue from contracts with customers | ||
| Sales of products | $8,541,339 | $10,234,286 |
| Sales of scraps | 4,034 | 4,288 |
| Total sales revenue from contracts with customers | $8,545,373 | $10,238,574 |
| Less: Sales return | (3,517) | (3,633) |
| Sales discount | (28,320) | (38,809) |
| Net sales revenue from contracts with customers | $8,513,536 | $10,196,132 |
(1) Description of contract revenue
Sales and processing income of steel rebars and steel billets, wire rods and bars steel are mainly to traders and downstream manufacturers, and are sold at fixed prices per contractual terms, according to business practices, offer quantity discount for some products.
(2) Contract revenue details as follows:
The Company disaggregated revenue from contracts with customers into primary geographical markets and major goods line as follows:
| Region | Year ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Taiwan | $7,604,481 | $9,652,684 |
| Australia | 909,055 | 543,448 |
| Total | $8,513,536 | $10,196,132 |
| Service | ||
| Bars steel | $825,235 | $955,926 |
| Wire rods | 394,263 | 427,939 |
| Steel billets | 646 | 92,623 |
| Steel rebars | 7,287,365 | 8,713,150 |
| Others | 6,027 | 6,494 |
| Total | $8,513,536 | $10,196,132 |
Timing of revenue recognition
| Revenue recognition at a specific timing | $8,513,536 | $10,196,132 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue recognition over time | - | - |
| Total | $8,513,536 | $10,196,132 |
(3) Contract balances
The Company recognized the accounts receivable, contract assets and contract liabilities related to customer contract revenue as follows:
| December 31 | January 1 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | 2024 | |
| Accounts receivable | $874,130 | $592,092 | $1,216,707 |
| Contract Assets | - | - | - |
| Total | $874,130 | $592,092 | $1,216,707 |
| Contract liabilities | $306,908 | $378,720 | $29,999 |
(4) Significant change in contract assets and contract liabilities
The change in contract assets and contract liabilities primarily result from the timing difference between the satisfaction of performance obligation and the customer's payment.
(5) The allowance for contract assets: None.
(6) Amount of satisfaction of performance obligations from previous period and beginning contract liabilities recognized in the current period as income were as follows:
| Year Ended December 31 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Revenue in the current period | 2025 | 2024 |
| From beginning contract liabilities - goods sale | $328,955 | $19,661 |
| From the previous period’s satisfied performance | $ - | $ - |
6.24 Employee benefits, depreciation, depletion and amortization expense
| Nature | Year ended December 31, 2025 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating costs | Operating expenses | Total | |
| Employee benefits | |||
| Salary | $208,877 | $52,197 | $261,074 |
| Insurance | 21,844 | 6,057 | 27,901 |
| Pension | 8,856 | 1,970 | 10,826 |
| Remuneration to director | - | 4,720 | 4,720 |
| Other | 55,992 | 4,269 | 60,261 |
| Depreciation | 372,746 | 8,568 | 381,314 |
| Amortization | - | 406 | 406 |
| Total | $668,315 | $78,187 | $746,502 |
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Year ended December 31, 2024
| Nature | Operating costs | Operating expenses | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employee benefits | |||
| Salary | $215,932 | $59,679 | $275,611 |
| Insurance | 21,372 | 6,225 | 27,597 |
| Pension | 8,580 | 2,197 | 10,777 |
| Remuneration to director | - | 7,476 | 7,476 |
| Other | 54,589 | 5,562 | 60,151 |
| Depreciation | 346,974 | 9,288 | 356,262 |
| Amortization | - | 402 | 402 |
| Total | $647,447 | $90,829 | $738,276 |
- Additional information of the number of employees and employee benefits expenses as of December 31, 2025 and 2024 were as follows:
| Item | December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| The number of employees | 391 | 387 |
| The number of directors did not serve concurrently as employee | 6 | 7 |
| Average employee benefits expenses | $935 | $985 |
| Average employee salary | $677 | $725 |
| Changes in adjusting average employee salary | (6.62%) | 6.30% |
- The Company's salary and remuneration policy, including that for directors, managers and employees, is as follows:
(1) Directors' remuneration:
The remuneration to the directors shall be determined by the Board of Directors according to their degree of participation in the operation of the Company, the value of their contribution, and the general levels of the industry. The Company's Articles of Incorporation clearly stipulate that not higher than 2% of the annual profit shall be allocated as the director's remuneration.
(2) Managers' remuneration:
The remuneration to the managers is based on their duties, contributions, the Company's annual operation performance and in consideration of the Company's future risks, and is reviewed by the remuneration committee and submitted to the Board of Directors for resolution.
(3) Employees' compensation:
The Company is committed to providing employees with an industry-average
salary and benefits. Under the premise of taking into account external competition, internal fairness and legitimacy, provide a competitive compensation system, and uphold the concept of profit sharing with employees, stay and motivate employees. The compensation of our employees includes monthly salaries and employee compensation paid by the Company on the basis of annual profitability.
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According to the Company's Articles of Incorporation, the Company shall appropriate employee compensation at a rate of $2\%$ to $5\%$ and directors' remuneration at a rate not exceeding $2\%$ of net profit before income tax. After offsetting any accumulated losses, if there is a remaining balance, the aforesaid appropriations shall be made, of which no less than $60\%$ of the total employee compensation actually appropriated shall be distributed to grassroots employees. Such employee compensation shall be distributed in the form of shares or cash as resolved by the Board of Directors.
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The employees' compensation and remuneration to directors for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 had been approved by the Board meeting held on March 12, 2026 and March 12, 2025, respectively, and the relevant amounts recognized in the parent company only financial statement were as follows:
| Year ended December 31 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |||
| Employees’ compensation | Remuneration to directors | Employees’ compensation | Remuneration to directors | |
| Resolution amount of allotment | $2,058 | $515 | $7,454 | $1,863 |
| Recognized in the annual financial statements | 2,058 | 515 | 7,454 | 1,863 |
| Difference | $ - | $ - | $ - | $ - |
- Information about the appropriation of employees' compensation and directors' remuneration by the Company as proposed by the Board of Directors are posted in the "Market Observation Post System" at the website of the Taiwan Stock Exchange.
6.25 Interest income
| Item | Year Ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Interest on bank deposits | $1,473 | $1,552 |
| Others | 34 | 34 |
| Total | $1,507 | $1,586 |
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6.26 Other income
| Item | Year ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Dividends | $20,810 | $14,899 |
| Income from disposal of iron scraps | 8,044 | 1,249 |
| Income from subsidy of government | 500 | 888 |
| Income from cancellation of contract compensation | - | 14,952 |
| Others | 453 | 419 |
| Total | $29,807 | $32,407 |
6.27 Other gains and losses
| Item | Year ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Net gain (loss) on foreign exchange | ($5,134) | $15,547 |
| Gain (loss) on disposal of property, plant and equipment | 30 | - |
| Valuation gain (loss) of financial assets measured at FVTPL | (1,455) | - |
| Others | (4,494) | (4,718) |
| Total | ($11,053) | $10,829 |
6.28 Finance costs
| Item | Year ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Interest on loans | $62,510 | $64,878 |
| Lease liabilities | 966 | 1,106 |
| Subtotal | $63,476 | $65,984 |
| Less: Qualified asset capitalization | (4,839) | (7,560) |
| Finance costs | $58,637 | $58,424 |
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6.29 Income tax
- Income tax expense
(1) Components of income tax expenses:
| Item | Year Ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Current income tax | ||
| Current income tax on profits for the year | $11,547 | $52,499 |
| Adjustments for prior periods | (217) | (10,435) |
| Income tax expense recognized in profit or loss | $11,764 | $42,064 |
| Deferred income tax | ||
| Origination and reversal of temporary differences | ($876) | $5,101 |
| Deferred income tax expense | ($876) | $5,101 |
| Income tax expense (benefit) | $10,888 | $47,165 |
(2) Income tax expenses (benefit) relating to other comprehensive income: None.
- Reconciliation between income tax and accounting profit for current year:
| Items | Year ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Net profit before tax | $100,335 | $363,368 |
| Tax on net profit before tax at statutory rate | $20,067 | $72,674 |
| Tax effect of adjusted items: | ||
| Slag cleaning freight have not been realized | (1,140) | (6,250) |
| Other adjustment | (2,431) | (4,085) |
| Adjustments for prior periods | 217 | (10,435) |
| Investment tax credits | (4,949) | (9,840) |
| Deferred income tax | (876) | 5,101 |
| Income tax expenses recognized in profit (loss) | $10,888 | $47,165 |
The applicable business tax rate used by the Company is 20%. In addition, the tax rate applicable to unappropriated earning is 5%.
- Deferred income tax assets or liabilities as a result of temporary difference, loss carry forwards and investment credit:
| Item | Year ended December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginning balance | Recognized in profit or loss | Recognized in other comprehensive income | Ending balance | |
| Deferred income tax assets: | ||||
| Temporary difference | ||||
| Return and discount liabilities | $1,295 | ($811) | $484 | |
| Unrealized slag cleaning freight | 15,907 | (1,140) | 14,767 | |
| Others | 2,981 | 2,745 | 5,726 | |
| Subtotal | $20,183 | $794 | $20,977 | |
| Deferred income tax liabilities | ||||
| Others | ($82) | $82 | $- | |
| Subtotal | ($82) | $82 | $- | |
| Total | $20,101 | $876 | $20,977 | |
| Year ended December 31, 2024 | ||||
| Item | Beginning balance | Recognized in profit or loss | Recognized in other comprehensive income | Ending balance |
| Deferred income tax assets: | ||||
| Temporary difference | ||||
| Return and discount liabilities | $210 | $1,085 | $- | |
| Unrealized slag cleaning freight | 22,157 | (6,250) | 15,907 | |
| Others | 2,835 | 146 | 2,981 | |
| Subtotal | $25,202 | ($5,019) | $- | |
| Deferred income tax liabilities | ||||
| Others | $- | ($82) | $- | |
| Subtotal | $- | ($82) | $- | |
| Total | $25,202 | ($5,101) | $- |
- Not recognized as deferred income tax assets item:
| Item | December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Pensions | $5,626 | $6,208 |
| Others | 4,900 | 4,900 |
- The Company's tax returns through 2023 have been assessed by the tax authorities.
6.30 Other comprehensive income (loss)
| Nature | Year ended December 31, 2025 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Amount before tax | Income tax benefit (expense) | Net after tax | |
| Items that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss: | |||
| Remeasurements of defined benefit obligation | $3,485 | $ - | $3,485 |
| Unrealized gain (loss) on equity instruments at fair value through other comprehensive income | (31,784) | - | (31,784) |
| Recognized in other comprehensive income (loss) | ($28,299) | $ - | ($28,299) |
| Nature | Year ended December 31, 2024 | ||
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Amount before tax | Income tax benefit (expense) | Net after tax | |
| Items that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss: | |||
| Remeasurements of defined benefit obligation | $7,206 | $ - | $7,206 |
| Unrealized gain (loss) on equity instruments at fair value through other comprehensive income | 81,322 | - | 81,322 |
| Recognized in other comprehensive income (loss) | $88,528 | $ - | $88,528 |
6.31 Earnings per share
| Item | Year Ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| A.Basic earnings (loss) per share | ||
| Net income | $89,447 | $316,203 |
| Weighted average number of outstanding shares (thousand shares) | 324,026 | 324,026 |
| Basic earnings (loss) per share (after tax) (NT$) | $0.28 | $0.98 |
B. Diluted earnings (loss) per share
| Net income | $89,447 | $316,203 |
|---|---|---|
| Effect of the dilutive potential ordinary shares | - | - |
| Net income for calculating diluted earnings per share | $89,447 | $316,203 |
| Weighted average number of outstanding shares (thousand shares) | 324,026 | 324,026 |
| Effect of employees’ compensation (thousand shares) (Note) | 193 | 395 |
| Weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding after dilution (thousand shares) | 324,219 | 324,421 |
| Diluted earnings (loss) per share (after tax)(NT$) | $0.28 | $0.97 |
(Note) Since the Company offered to settle compensation paid to employees in cash or shares, the Company assumed the entire amount of the compensation would be settled in shares and the resulting potential shares were included in the weighted average number of shares outstanding used in the computation of diluted earnings per share, as the effect is dilutive. Such dilutive effect of the potential shares is included in the computation of diluted earnings per share until the number of shares to be distributed to employees is resolved in the following year.
7. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
7.1 Parent and ultimate controller:
The Company does not have parent and ultimate controller.
7.2 Related party name and category:
| Related Party Name | Related Party Category |
|---|---|
| Kuo Su-Hui | Main management |
| Kuo Shin-Hsien | Main management |
| Dai Ruei-Yi | Other related parties |
| Kuo Wen-Zhen | Other related parties |
| We Can Steel Co., Ltd. | Other related parties |
| Chien Yao Technology Co., Ltd. | Other related parties |
7.3 Significant transactions with related parties:
(1) Sales:
| Related Party Category | Year ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Other related party | ||
| Other | $15 | $17 |
Selling price and trading terms to the Company's related parties were the same with those to other customers. Payment terms were 10 days settlement once, 20 days TT. In addition, both parties can agree to postpone the payment.
(2) Purchase:
| Year ended December 31 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type of related parties | 2025 | 2024 |
| Other related parties | ||
| Other | $306,832 | $352,573 |
The purchase prices with the related parties are equivalent to those with ordinary suppliers. Payment terms were 10 days settlement once, 20 days TT. However, both parties can agree to postpone the payments.
(3) Contract assets: None.
(4) Contract liabilities
| Year ended December 31 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type of related parties | 2025 | 2024 |
| Other related parties | ||
| Other | $63 | $1,512 |
(5) Receivables from related parties (excluding loans to related parties and contract assets): None.
(6) Payables to related parties (excluded loans from related parties)
| December 31 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Item | Related party category/Name | 2025 | 2024 |
| Accounts payable | Other related parties | ||
| Other | $17,617 | $30,681 |
(7) Lessee agreement:
A. Acquisition of right-of-use asset: None.
B. Lease liabilities
| December 31 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Type of related party | Lease target | 2025 | 2024 |
| Other related party /Dai Ruiyi | Land in NanBu Section | $- | $14,930 |
| Other related party / Kuo Wen-Zhen | Land in NanBu Section | 31,380 | 21,484 |
| Total | $31,380 | $36,414 |
C. Lease liabilities - Interest expense
| Year Ended December 31 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Related Party Category | 2025 | 2024 |
| Other related parties | $966 | $1,106 |
Above lease terms were based on the contract, and rent was paid monthly.
(8) Loans to related parties: None.
(9) Borrowing to related parties: None.
(10) Endorsements and guarantees: None.
(11) Others
A. Miscellaneous income
| Year Ended December 31 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Related party category/Name | 2025 | 2024 |
| Other related parties | $35 | $16 |
These were mainly related to steel products cutting and other income.
B. Others
Type of related parties
Key management of the Company
Significant Transactions
The Company's land amounting to $165,972 thousands of December 31 2025 and 2024, respectively, is unable to be registered under the name of the Company due to regulatory restriction. Accordingly, the ownership was registered under the name of an individual with an affidavit as safeguard measures, when the restriction was cancelled, the land will be unconditionally transfer to the Company. As of December 31, 2025, the procedure of setting up the mortgage right to the Company was completed.
7.4 Information about remunerations to the major management:
| Year Ended December 31 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Item | 2025 | 2024 |
| Salary and other short-term employee benefits | $9,874 | $12,916 |
| Benefits after retirement | 108 | 108 |
| Total | $9,982 | $13,024 |
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8. PLEDGED ASSETS
The following assets have been pledged as collateral for long-term and short-term loans:
| Item | December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Other financial assets – current | $5,073 | $39,527 |
| Property, plant and equipment (net) | 1,982,093 | 2,023,870 |
| Total | $1,987,093 | $2,063,397 |
9. SIGNIFICANT CONTINGENT LIABILITIES AND UNRECOGNIZED CONTRACT COMMITMENTS
(1) Guarantee notes issued to banks by the Company for loans totaled $1,610,948 thousand and $1,378,742 thousand as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively, and recognized as deposit guarantee notes and guarantee notes payable.
(2) Guarantee notes received by the Company for its performance totaled $164,974 thousand and $199,586 thousand as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively, and recognized as guaranteed notes received and guaranteed notes receivable.
(3) The unused letters of credit December 31 were as follows:
Unit: in thousands
| Item | December 31 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | ||
| L/C Amount | EUR | - EUR | 85 |
| USD | 1,658 USD | 9,336 | |
| JPY | 15,787 JPY | 2,964 |
(4) Capital expenditures committed but not yet incurred are as follows:
| Related Party Category | December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Property, plant and equipment | $172,903 | $179,225 |
(5) In order to comply with the government's 2050 net zero carbon emissions policy goal and fulfill corporate social responsibility, the Company plans to implement energy-saving and carbon-reducing equipment to improve manufacturing efficiency and process, reducing carbon emission per unit, and invest in solar photovoltaic. The duration of the plan is from October 2022 to September 2027. In investment plan, the Company expects to purchase machinery and equipment of $1,496,269 thousand, and as of December 31, 2025, the Company has invested $1,184,623 thousand (including amounts of installed equipment). In order to cooperate with the installation and commissioning of energy-saving and carbon-reducing equipment, the company's steelmaking and rolling production lines are expected to be temporarily shut down for about one month and half a month from July 21 and August 5, 2025, respectively. The fixed cost loss during the shutdown period is estimated to be about $80,350 thousand (Including expenses related to the suspension period amounting to NT$13,353 thousand and unallocated fixed overhead of NT$66,997 thousand.). However, after
the equipment is installed, in addition to improving the energy-saving and carbon-reducing efficiency of the equipment, increasing production capacity and production efficiency, which is conducive to reducing production costs, it can also reduce the unit carbon emissions of products and relatively reduce future environmental protection-related costs, which will help improve the company's competitiveness and fulfill its corporate social responsibility.
(6) The Company's board of directors passed a resolution on November 11, 2024, that in order to respond to the expansion of demand for moulded products, the Company plans to expand the cutting plant on the land purchased on June 6, 2024 in the Fu'an section of Guantian District, Tainan City, and is expected to invest approximately 805,000 thousand (including the land price of 563,000 thousand) between 2024 and 2027 years. As of December 31, 2025, an amount of $609,455 thousand had been invested., in addition, in response to the global environmental protection awareness and actively promote the energy transition, The Company also plans to install solar photovoltaic equipment on the rooftop of the cutting plant to be expanded on the land in the Fu'an section of Guantian District., with an estimated investment of about 80,000 thousand, in an effort to achieve the sustainable development goals..
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SIGNIFICANT DISASTER LOSS: NONE.
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SIGNIFICANT SUBSEQUENT EVENTS: NONE.
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OTHERS
(1) Capital risk management
As the Company needs to maintain sufficient capital to meet the needs for expansion and plant and equipment improvement, capital management of the Company focuses on ensuring there are sufficient financial resources and operating plans to meet the demands for operating capital, capital expenditure, research and development expense, loan repayment and dividend distribution in the next 12 months.
(2) Financial Instruments
A. Financial risk of financial instruments
Financial risk management policies
The Company's daily operations are affected by various financial risks, e.g. market risk (including exchange rate, interest rate and price risks), credit risk and liquidity risk. The Company is devoted to identify, assess and avoid market uncertainties in order to eliminate the potential adverse effects of market changes on the financial performance. Before engaging in significant transactions, due approval process by the Board of Directors must be carried out based on related protocols and internal control procedures. While the financial plan is underway, the Company shall comply with relevant financial operation procedures on the overall financial risk management and segregation of duties at all times.
The nature and degree of significant financial risks
(1) Market risks
a. Foreign exchange rate risk:
(a) The Company is exposed to exchange rate risk arising from the sales, purchases and borrowings in currencies other than the Company’s functional currency. Functional currencies adopted by entities within the Company mainly comprise New Taiwan Dollars, Such transactions are denominated mainly in USD, EUR and GBP. To avoid a decrease in the value of assets dominated in foreign currency and volatility in future cash flows due to changes in exchange rates, the Company hedges the exchange rate risk with foreign-currency borrowings. Those financial instruments can diminish but not completely eliminate the impacts of changes in exchange rate.
(b) Exchange rate exposure and sensitivity analysis
| Amount in Foreign currency | Exchange rate | December 31, 2025 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presented amount (NTD) | Sensitivity analysis | |||||
| Rage of variation | Effect on profit or loss | Effect on equity | ||||
| (Foreign currency: Functional currency) | ||||||
| Financial assets | ||||||
| Monetary items | ||||||
| USD : NTD | 3,647 | 31.43 | 114,618 | Appreciate by 1% | 1,146 | - |
| Financial liabilities | ||||||
| Monetary items | ||||||
| USD : NTD | 3,392 | 31.43 | 106,606 | Appreciate by 1% | (1,066) | - |
| Amount in Foreign currency | Exchange rate | Presented amount (NTD) | December 31, 2024 | |||
| Sensitivity analysis | ||||||
| Rage of variation | Effect on profit or loss | Effect on equity | ||||
| (Foreign currency: Functional currency) | ||||||
| Financial assets | ||||||
| Monetary items | ||||||
| USD : NTD | 1,587 | 32.785 | 52,024 | Appreciate by 1% | 520 | - |
| Financial liabilities | ||||||
| Monetary items | ||||||
| USD : NTD | 844 | 32.785 | 27,273 | Appreciate by 1% | (273) | - |
(c) Due to the exchange rate volatility, total exchange gains and losses (including realized and unrealized) from the Company’s monetary items amounted to ($5,134) thousand and $15,547 thousand for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
b. Price risk
Since the company holds equity instrument investments, the company is exposed to the price risk of equity instruments. The company's equity instruments
invested in the balance sheet are classified as financial assets measured at FVOCI. The Company mainly invests in domestic listed and unlisted equity instruments. The price of such securities can be affected by changes in future value of those investment targets.
If the equity instrument price goes up or down by 1%. The post-tax other comprehensive income for the year 2025 and 2024 will increase or decrease by $3,626 thousand and $3,943 thousand due to the increase or decrease of the fair value of financial assets measured at FVTOCI.
c. Interest rate risk
The carrying amount of the Company’s financial assets and financial liabilities that are exposed to interest rate risk at the reporting date is stated as follows:
| Item | Carrying Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | |
| With fair value interest rate risk | ||
| Financial assets | $ - | $ - |
| Financial liabilities | (131,319) | (585,449) |
| Net | ($131,319) | ($585,449) |
| With cash flow interest rate risk | ||
| Financial assets | $95,155 | $179,159 |
| Financial liabilities | (2,338,632) | (3,187,494) |
| Net | ($2,243,477) | ($3,008,335) |
(a) Sensitivity analysis of those with fair value interest rate risk:
The company does not classify any financial assets and liabilities with fixed interest rates as financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive loss periods, and does not specify derivatives (interest rate exchange) as a fair value hedge accounting model. The following hedging tools. Therefore, changes in the reported daily interest rate will not affect profit or loss and other comprehensive net profits.
(b) Sensitivity analysis of those with cash flow interest rate risk:
The interest-fluctuate instruments possessed by the Company were floating-interest assets (liabilities). Therefore the effective interest rate, as well as the future cash flows, changes along with the market movement. Every one percent increase (reduce) in the market interest will increase (decrease) the net profit by ($22,435) thousand and ($30,038) thousand for the years 2025 and 2024, respectively.
(2) Credit risk
Credit risk refers to the risk of financial loss to the Company arising from default by counterparties of financial instruments on the contract obligations. Credit risk of the Company mainly comes from receivables under operating activities and
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bank deposits and other financial instruments under investing activities. Credit risks related to operation and finance risks are managed separately.
a. Credit risk related to operations:
To maintain the quality of accounts receivable, the Company has established the procedures for credit risk management with regards to its operations.
Risk assessment on individual customer includes factors that could affect the customer's ability to pay, such as the customer's financial status, the Company's internal credit ratings, historical transactions and current economic conditions.
b. Financial credit risk
The credit risks of bank deposits and other Financial instruments are measured and monitored by the Company's financial departments. The Company does not expect significant credit risk because the counterparties are creditworthy and investment-graded financial institutions, companies and government agencies without any significant default concerns. In addition, the Company does not have any debt instrument investments that are either measured at amortized cost, or at FVTOCI.
(A) Credit concentration risk
As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, the top ten clients accounted for 54.62% and 78.84% of the Company's accounts receivable, indicating a credit concentration risk. However, no significant credit concentration risk was shown from the remaining accounts receivables.
(B) Measurement of expected credit impairment loss
(a) Accounts receivables and contract assets apply the simplified approach. Please refer to Note 6.4 for details.
(b) Indications for determining whether the credit risk is increased significantly: None (the Company does not have any debt instrument investments that are either measured at amortized cost, or at FVTOCI).
(C) Collaterals and other credit enhancement held to avoid credit risks from financial assets
The following table shows the maximum exposure to credit risk regarding financial assets recognized in the balance sheets, pledged collateral, master netting arrangements and other credit enhancement held by the Company:
| December 31, 2025 | Carrying Amount | Decreased amount of maximum exposure to credit risks | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collateral | Net Settlement Agreement | Other Credit Enhancement | Total | ||
| Credit-impaired financial instruments to which impairment requirements of IFRS9 are applicable | $ - | $ - | $ - | $ - | $ - |
| Financial instruments to which the impairment requirements of IFRS 9 are not applicable : | |||||
| Financial assets measured at FVTOCI | 362,562 | - | - | - | - |
| Total | $362,562 | $ - | $ - | $ - | $ - |
| December 31, 2024 | Carrying Amount | Decreased amount of maximum exposure to credit risks | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collateral | Net Settlement Agreement | Other Credit Enhancement | Total | ||
| Credit-impaired financial instruments to which impairment requirements of IFRS9 are applicable | $ - | $ - | $ - | $ - | $ - |
| Financial instruments to which the impairment requirements of IFRS 9 are not applicable : | |||||
| Financial assets measured at FVTOCI | 394,346 | - | - | - | - |
| Total | $394,346 | $ - | $ - | $ - | $ - |
(3) Liquidity risk
a. Liquidity risk management:
The company's object in managing liquidity risk is to maintain a sufficient level of cash and cash equivalent, highly-liquid marketable securities and for daily operation in order to ensure the financial flexibility of the Company.
b. Maturity analysis of financial liabilities:
The table below shows an analysis of the financial liabilities held by the Company with defined repayment terms based on maturity dates and undiscounted payment at maturity:
| Non-derivative financial Liabilities | December 31, 2025 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Within 6 months | 7-12 months | 1-2 years | 2-5 years | Over 5 years | Contractual cash flows | Carrying amount | |
| Short-term loans | $429,678 | $ - | $ - | $ - | $ - | $429,678 | $429,678 |
| Short-term notes and bills payable | 100,000 | - | - | - | - | 100,000 | 99,939 |
| Notes payable | 93,447 | - | - | - | - | 93,447 | 93,477 |
| Accounts payable | 378,179 | - | - | - | - | 378,179 | 378,179 |
| Other payables | 296,008 | - | - | - | - | 296,008 | 296,008 |
| Lease Liabilities | 3,000 | 3,000 | 6,000 | 18,000 | 4,000 | 34,000 | 31,380 |
| Long-term loans (including current portion) | 99,474 | 171,615 | 424,710 | 1,123,068 | 90,972 | 1,909,839 | 1,908,954 |
| Guarantee deposits | - | - | - | - | 1,020 | 1,020 | 1,020 |
| Total | $1,399,786 | $174,615 | $430,710 | $1,141,068 | $95,992 | $3,242,171 | $3,238,605 |
Further information on the maturity analysis of lease liabilities was as follows:
| Less than 1 year | 1-5 years | 5-10 years | 10-15 years | 15-20 years | Over 20 years | Total undiscounted lease payments | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lease liabilities | $6,000 | $24,000 | $4,000 | $ - | $ - | $ - | $34,000 |
December 31, 2024
| Non-derivative financial Liability | Within 6 months | 7-12 months | 1-2 years | 2-5 years | Over 5 years | Contractual cash flows | Carrying amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-term loans | $1,193,183 | $ - | $ - | $ - | $ - | $1,193,183 | $1,193,183 |
| Short-term notes and bills payable | 550,000 | - | - | - | - | 550,000 | 549,035 |
| Notes payable | 142,530 | - | - | - | - | 142,530 | 142,530 |
| Accounts payable | 485,761 | - | - | - | - | 485,761 | 485,761 |
| Other payables | 402,735 | - | - | - | - | 402,735 | 402,735 |
| Lease Liabilities | 3,000 | 3,000 | 6,000 | 18,000 | 10,000 | 40,000 | 36,414 |
| Long-term loans (including current portion) | 96,084 | 96,199 | 238,038 | 1,343,956 | 223,189 | 1,997,466 | 1,994,311 |
| Guarantee deposits | - | - | - | - | 1,020 | 1,020 | 1,020 |
| Total | $2,873,293 | $99,199 | $244,038 | $1,361,956 | $234,209 | $4,812,695 | $4,804,989 |
Further information for lease liabilities with repayment periods was as follows:
| Item | Within 1 year | 1-5 years | 5-10 years | 10-15 years | 15-20 years | Over 20 years | Undiscounted payments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lease liabilities | $6,000 | $24,000 | $10,000 | $ - | $ - | $ - | $40,000 |
The Company does not expect a maturity analysis of which the cash flows timing would be significantly earlier, or the actual amount would be significantly different.
B. Types of Financial instruments
| December 31 | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Financial assets | ||
| Financial assets measured at amortized cost | ||
| Cash and cash equivalents | $90,495 | $140,444 |
| Notes receivable and accounts receivable | 874,130 | 592,092 |
| Other receivables | 2,373 | 8,605 |
| Other financial assets - current | 5,073 | 39,527 |
| Refundable deposits | 3,412 | 1,555 |
| Financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income or loss - noncurrent | 362,562 | 394,346 |
| Financial liabilities | ||
| Financial liabilities measured at amortized costs | ||
| Short-term loans | 429,678 | 1,193,183 |
| Short-term notes and bills payable | 99,939 | 549,035 |
| Notes payable and accounts payable (including related parties) | 471,626 | 628,291 |
| Other payables | 296,008 | 402,735 |
| Long-term liabilities-current portion | 270,963 | 191,979 |
| Long-term liabilities | 1,637,991 | 1,802,332 |
| Lease liabilities (including current portion) | 31,380 | 36,414 |
Deposits received
1020
1,020
Financial liabilities at fair value through
profit or loss – current
1,455
(3) Fair value information:
A. For information on fair value of financial assets and financial liabilities not measured at fair value, please refer to Note 12.(3).C
B. Definition of the three levels in fair value:
Level 1:
Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the entity can access at the measurement date. A market is regarded as active where a market in which transactions for the asset or liability take place with sufficient frequency and volume to provide pricing information on an ongoing basis. The fair value of the Company’s investment in listed stocks is included in Level 1.
Level 2
Inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly. Most of derivative instruments that the Company invested is included in Level 2.
Level 3
Unobservable inputs for the asset or liability. The fair value of the Company’s investment in some derivative instruments and equity investment without active market is included in Level 3.
C. Financial instruments not measured at fair value
Management of the Company thinks that the carrying amount of financial instruments not measured at fair value, including cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, other financial assets, refundable deposits, short term loans, notes payable and, notes receivables and accounts payable, lease liabilities (including current and non-current), long-term loans (including current portion), and guarantee deposits is the reasonable approximation of their fair value.
D. Fair value hierarchy:
The fair value hierarchy of financial instrument is measured at fair value on a recurring basis. Information about the Company’s fair value hierarchy was disclosed in the following table:
| Item | December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Total | |
| Assets: | ||||
| Recurring fair value | ||||
| Financial assets measured at FVTOCI | ||||
| Domestic listed stocks | $355,254 | $- | $- | $355,254 |
| Domestic unlisted stocks | - | - | 7,308 | 7,308 |
| Total | $355,254 | $- | $7,308 | $362,562 |
| Item | December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Total | |
| Liabilities: | ||||
| Recurring fair value | ||||
| Financial liabilities at FVTPL | ||||
| Derivative financial instruments | $- | $1,455 | $- | $1,455 |
| Total | $- | $1,455 | $- | $1,455 |
| Item | December 31, 2024 | |||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Total | |
| Assets: | ||||
| Recurring fair value | ||||
| Financial assets measured at FVTOCI | ||||
| Domestic listed stocks | $385,417 | $- | $- | $385,417 |
| Domestic unlisted stocks | - | - | 8,929 | 8,929 |
| Total | $385,417 | $- | $8,929 | $394,346 |
E. Fair value valuation technique for instruments measured at fair value:
The fair value of financial instruments with quoted prices in active markets is the quoted market prices. Market prices published by major trading centers and exchanges for on-the-run government bonds are the basis for the fair value of listed equity instruments and debt instruments with quoted prices in active markets. A market is regarded as active if quoted prices are readily and regularly available from an exchange, dealer, broker, industry group, pricing service or regulatory agency, and those prices represent actual and regularly occurring market transactions on an arm's length basis. If one of the conditions fails, the market is not deemed active. In general, indications of an inactive market include a wide bid-ask spread, a significant increase in the bid-ask spread and low level of trading volume. The fair value of financial instruments with active markets held by the Company are stated by their natures and types as follows:
a. Listed stocks: closing prices.
b. Except for financial assets with an active market, the fair value of other financial assets is obtained either based on the valuation technique or by reference to the quotes from counter-parties. Fair value can be obtained by using a valuation technique that refers to the fair value of financial instruments having substantially the same terms and characteristics, the discounted cash flow method, or other valuation technique e.g. the one that applies market information available on the balance sheet date to a pricing model for calculation.
The fair value of the Company's holding of unlisted stocks for which no active market exists is estimated by using the market approach, which refers to the valuation of similar entities, quoted prices from a third party, the net worth of an entity and the operating performance. Significant unobservable inputs used to
measure fair value are listed in the table below:
December 31, 2025 :
| Item | Measurement technique | Major unobservable input value | interval | Relationship between input value and fair value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income or loss - stock | Market Approach | Market liquidity discount rate | 30.37% | The higher the degree of lack of liquidity, the lower the fair value estimate |
December 31, 2024 :
| Item | Measurement technique | Major unobservable input value | interval | Relationship between input value and fair value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income or loss - stock | Market Approach | Market liquidity discount rate | 29.06% | The higher the degree of lack of liquidity, the lower the fair value estimate |
c. Outputs from the valuation models are estimates and valuation techniques may not be able to reflect all relevant factors of the financial and non-financial instruments held by the Company. Therefore, when needed, estimates from the valuation model would be adjusted based on additional parameters, e.g. model risk or liquidity risk. According to the Company's policies of fair value valuation management and relevant control procedures, the Company's management considers that valuation adjustments as being necessary and appropriate for a fair and just presentation of financial and non-financial instruments on the standalone balance sheet. Every price data and parameters used in the valuation is reviewed thoroughly and adjusted for current market conditions.
d. The Company incorporates the adjustment of credit risk assessment into the fair value measurement of financial and non-financial instruments to reflect the credit risk of counter-party and the credit quality of the Company.
F. Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 fair value hierarchy: None.
G. Statement of changes in Level 3 fair value hierarchy-Financial assets measured at FVTOCI-unlisted stocks
| Item | Investment in unquoted financial instruments | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| January 1 | $8,929 | $6,032 |
| Proceeds from capital reduction | - | - |
| Recognized in other comprehensive income | (1,621) | 2,897 |
| December 31 | $7,308 | $8,929 |
H. Valuation process for Level 3 fair value measurement:
Valuation process regarding fair value Level 3 is conducted by the independence of fair value of financial instruments is verified though use of independent data source in
order to make the valuation results close to market conditions. Such valuation results are regularly reviewed so as to ensure their reasonableness.
(4) Transfer of financial assets: None.
(5) Offsetting financial assets and financial liabilities: None.
13. SUPPLEMENTARY DISCLOSURES
A. Significant transactions information
(a) Financings provided: None.
(b) Endorsements and guarantees provided to others: None.
(c) Material securities held at the end of the period: Table 1.
(d) Total purchases from or sales to related parties of at least NT$100 million or 20% of the paid-in capital: Table 2.
(e) Receivables from related parties amounting to at least NT$100 million or 20% of the paid-in capital: None.
B. Information on investees: None.
C. Information on investment in Mainland China: None.
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Table 1
Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Material securities held at the end of the period
December 31, 2025
(Amounts in Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars)
| Securities held | Marketable securities | Relationship with the securities issuer | General Ledger Account | Ending balance | Note | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shares (in thousands) | Carrying amount | Percentage of Ownership | Fair value | |||||
| Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd. | Stock - Xiao Gang Warehousing Co., Ltd. | - | Financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income | 733 | 7,308 | 8.15% | 7,308 | |
| Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd. | Stock- Taiwan Steel Union Co., Ltd. | - | Financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income | 3,351 | 355,254 | 3.01% | 355,254 |
Table 2
Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Total Purchases from or Sales to Related Parties of at Least NT$100 Million or 20% of the Paid-in Capital
December 31, 2025
(Amounts in Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars)
| Purchaser/ Seller | Counterparty | Relationship with the counterparty | Transaction | Differences in transaction terms compared to third party transactions | Notes/accounts receivable (payable) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purchases (sales) | Amount | Percentage of total purchases (sales) | Credit term | Unit price | Credit term | Balance | Percentage of total notes/accounts receivable (payable) | Note | |||
| WEI CHIH STEEL INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD. | Chien Yao Technology Co., Ltd. | The chairman of Chien Yao Technology Co., Ltd. is within the second degree of kinship of the chairman of the Company | Purchases | 306,832 | 6.91% | Settlement at 10 Days TT 20 Days | Equivalent | The purchase prices with the related parties are equivalent to those with ordinary suppliers. Payment terms were 10 days settlement once, 20 days TT. However, both parties can agree to postpone the payments. | Accounts payable 17,617 | 4.66% |
14. SEGMENT INFORMATION
(1) Segment Financial Information:
The Company operates single industry only, mainly for the steel processing and manufacturing of steel rebar, bar steels, billes steel, and wire rods. The end uses of the products are similar, and the operating decision maker of the Company assesses the overall performance and resource allocation. It is identified that the Company has only a single reporting segment.
(2) Geographical Information:
A. Revenue from external customers (classified by the countries where the customers are located):
| Area | Year ended December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Taiwan | $7,604,481 | $9,652,684 |
| Australia | 909,055 | 543,448 |
| Total | $8,513,536 | $10,196,132 |
B. Noncurrent Assets:
| Area | December 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| Taiwan | $4,174,938 | $4,260,580 |
(3) Major customer information:
| Customer | Year ended December 31, 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Amount | Percentage of Net Sale (%) | |
| A Customer | $742,373 | 8.72% |
| B Customer | 617,767 | 7.26% |
| C Customer | 909,055 | 10.68% |
| Customer | Year ended December 31, 2024 | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Amount | Percentage of Net Sale (%) | |
| A Customer | $1,313,085 | 12.88% |
| B Customer | 1,225,651 | 12.02% |
STATEMENTS OF MAJOR ACCOUNTING ITEMS
CONTENTS
| Item | Statement Index |
|---|---|
| Major accounting items in assets, liabilities and equity | |
| Statement of cash and cash equivalents | 71 |
| Statement of notes receivable | 72 |
| Statement of accounts receivable | 73 |
| Statement of other receivables | 74 |
| Statement of inventories | 75 |
| Statement of prepayments | Note 6.6 |
| Statement of other financial assets - current | 76 |
| Statement of changes in financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income - noncurrent | 77 |
| Statement of changes in property, plant and equipment | Note 6.8 |
| Statement of changes in accumulated depreciation of property, plant and equipment | Note 6.8 |
| Statement of changes in accumulated impairment of property, plant and equipment | Note 6.8 |
| Statement of changes in right-of-use assets | Note 6.9 |
| Statement of changes in accumulated depreciation of right-of-use assets | Note 6.9 |
| Statement of changes in accumulated impairment of right-of-use assets | Note 6.9 |
| Statement of changes in investment properties | Note 6.10 |
| Statement of changes in accumulated depreciation of investment properties | Note 6.10 |
| Statement of changes in accumulated impairment of investment properties | Note 6.10 |
| Statement of changes in intangible assets | Note 6.11 |
| Statement of deferred income tax assets | Note 6.29 |
| Statement of refundable deposits | 78 |
| Statement of short-term loans | 79~80 |
| Statement of short-term notes and bills payable | 81 |
| Statement of Financial Liabilities at Fair Value Through Profit or Loss – Current | 82 |
| Statement of contract liabilities - current | 83 |
| Statement of notes payable | 84 |
| Statement of accounts payables | 85 |
| Statement of other payables | Note 6.14 |
| Statement of provisions - current | Note 6.15 |
| Statement of long-term loans | 86~88 |
| Schedule of Long-term Deferred Revenue | Note 6.17 |
| Statement of guarantee deposits received | 89 |
| Statement of net revenue | 90 |
| Statement of operating cost | 91 |
| Statement of factory overhead | 92 |
| Statement of operating expenses | 93 |
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| Statement of finance costs | Note 6.28 |
|---|---|
| Statement of labor, depreciation and amortization | Note 6.25 |
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Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of Cash and Cash Equivalents
December 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars and Foreign Currencies
| Item | Description | Amount | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash | Foreign Currency | $ - | USD | (Note 1) |
| - | EUR | (Note 2) | ||
| 1 | CNY | (Note 5) | ||
| - | KRW | 3 thousand (Note 6) | ||
| - | JPY | 1 thousand (Note 3) | ||
| New Taiwan Dollars | 28 | |||
| Working fund | 60 | |||
| Subtotal | $89 | |||
| Cash in bank | Checking accounts | $324 | ||
| Demand accounts | 83,852 | |||
| foreign deposits | 5,979 | USD | 190 thousand (Note 1) | |
| 67 | EUR | 2 thousand (Note 2) | ||
| - | JPY | 1 thousand (Note 3) | ||
| 184 | SGD | 7 thousand (Note 4) | ||
| Subtotal | $90,406 | |||
| Total | $90,495 |
Note 1: Exchange rate vs. USD is 1 : 31.43
Note 2: Exchange rate vs. EUR is 1 : 36.9
Note 3: Exchange rate vs. JPY is 1 : 0.2
Note 4: Exchange rate vs. SGD is 1 : 24.45
Note 5: Exchange rate vs. CNY is 1 : 4.5
Note 6: Exchange rate vs. KRW is 1 : 0.02
— 71 —
Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of Notes Receivable
December 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Item | Description | Amount | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Company | Notes Receivable | $15,300 | |
| B Company | Notes Receivable | 5,099 | |
| C Company | Notes Receivable | 4,184 | |
| D Company | Notes Receivable | 3,818 | |
| E Company | Notes Receivable | 2,513 | |
| F Company | Notes Receivable | 2,189 | |
| Others | Under 5% | 6,426 | |
| Total | $39,529 | ||
| Less: Loss allowance | (198) | ||
| Net | $39,331 |
— 72 —
Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of Accounts Receivable
December 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Item | Description | Amount | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Company | Trade receivable | $108,618 | |
| B Company | Trade receivable | 105,760 | |
| C Company | Trade receivable | 96,877 | |
| D Company | Trade receivable | 88,619 | |
| E Company | Trade receivable | 66,162 | |
| F Company | Trade receivable | 59,864 | |
| Others | Under 5% | 313,094 | |
| Total | $838,994 | ||
| Less: Loss allowance | (4,195) | ||
| Net | $834,799 |
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Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of Other Receivables
December 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Item | Description | Amount | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interest receivable | Interest income from live and fixed deposits | $68 | |
| Tax refunds receivable | Receivable and refund of business tax, etc. | 728 | |
| Other receivables | Other | 1,577 | |
| Total | $2,373 |
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Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of Inventories
December 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Item | Description | Amount | Remark | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | Market price | |||
| Raw materials | Scrap steel | $412,340 | $ 430,815 | |
| Supplies | Heavy oils and electrode bars etc. | 397,525 | 397,525 | |
| Work in process | Steel billet | 1,207,670 | 1,244,158 | |
| Finished goods | Steel rebars, bar steels and wire rods | 675,888 | 729,768 | |
| Scraps | Iron oxide | 695 | 695 | |
| Total | $2,694,118 | $2,802,961 | ||
| Less: Allowance for inventory loss | - | - | ||
| Net | $2,694,118 | $2,802,961 |
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Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of Other Financial Assets - Current
December 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Item | Description | Amount | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restricted Demand Deposits | Reserve account deposits | $51 | |
| Restricted Foreign Currency Deposits | Reserve account deposits | 22 | USD 1 thousand (Note) |
| Restricted Fixed Deposits | More than 3 months fixed deposit | 5,000 | |
| Total | $5,073 |
Note: Exchange rate vs. USD is 1 : 31.43
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Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of changes in financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income - noncurrent
For the year ended December 31, 2025
Units: In thousand shares; In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Title | Balance, January 1, 2025 | Increase | Decrease | Balance, December 31, 2025 | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shares | Amount | Shares | Amount | Shares | Amount | Shares | Shareholding ratio | Amount | Collateral | Remark | |
| Listed Company | |||||||||||
| Taiwan Steel Union Co., Ltd. | 3,351 | $385,417 | - | $- | - | $30,163 | 3,351 | 3.01% | $355,254 | None | |
| Unlisted Company | |||||||||||
| Xiao Gang Warehousing Co., Ltd. | 733 | 8,929 | - | - | - | 1,621 | 733 | 8.15% | 7,308 | None | |
| Total | $394,346 | $- | $31,784 | $362,562 |
Note: Current increase of $81,322 thousand includes unrealized gain on financial assets at FVTOCI.
— 77 —
Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of Refundable Deposits
December 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Item | Description | Amount | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refundable deposits | Official vehicles guarantee | $1,149 | |
| Land lease deposits | 37 | ||
| Other guarantee deposits | 2,226 | ||
| Total | $3,412 |
— 78 —
Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
STATEMENT OF SHORT-TERM LOANS
DECEMBER 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Creditor | Description | Ending Balance | Contract Period | Loan Commitment | Collateral | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mega - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | $12,452 | September 24, 2025~ March 23, 2026 | 400,000 | Yes | |
| Mega - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 13,603 | September 25, 2025~ March 24, 2026 | 400,000 | Yes | |
| Mega - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 27,406 | September 25, 2025~ March 24, 2026 | 400,000 | Yes | |
| Mega - Tainan | Working capital | 100,000 | December 22, 2025~ January 21, 2026 | 400,000 | None | |
| Mega - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 5,865 | December 22, 2025~ June 18, 2026 | USD 8,000 | Yes | USD 187 thousand (Note) |
| Huanan Bank - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 9,180 | November 04, 2025~ April 17, 2026 | 200,000 | Yes | |
| Huanan Bank - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 9,108 | November 05, 2025~ April 17, 2026 | 200,000 | Yes | |
| Huanan Bank - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 9,463 | November 06, 2025~ April 17, 2026 | 200,000 | Yes | |
| Huanan Bank - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 9,293 | November 07, 2025~ April 17, 2026 | 200,000 | Yes | |
| Huanan Bank - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 89,660 | December 12, 2025~ June 10, 2026 | USD 10,000 | Yes | USD 2,853 thousand (Note) |
| Taishin Bank - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 15,086 | December 03, 2025~ January 20, 2026 | 150,000 | Yes | |
| Taishin Bank - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 14,560 | December 03, 2025~ January 20, 2026 | 150,000 | Yes | |
| Taishin Bank - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 12,402 | December 03, 2025~ January 20, 2026 | 150,000 | Yes | |
| Taishin Bank - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 9,793 | December 04, 2025~ January 20, 2026 | 150,000 | Yes | |
| Taishin Bank - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 8,367 | December 09, 2025~ January 20, 2026 | 150,000 | Yes | |
| China CITIC Bank - Tainan | Working capital | 50,000 | October 21, 2025~ April 21, 2026 | 100,000 | Yes |
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| Creditor | Description | Ending Balance | Contract Period | Loan Commitment | Collateral | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wingfung Bank - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 14,550 | October 27, 2025~ April 24, 2026 | 100,000 | None | |
| Wingfung Bank - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 10,708 | October 27, 2025~ April 24, 2026 | 100,000 | Yes | |
| Wingfung Bank - Tainan | Loan for material purchase | 8,182 | October 29, 2025~ April 24, 2026 | 100,000 | Yes | |
| Total | $429,678 | |||||
| Range of Interest Rates (%) | 1.98%-5.98% |
Note: Exchange rate vs. USD is 1 : 31.43
— 80 —
Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
STATEMENT OF SHORT-TERM NOTES AND BILLS PAYABLE
DECEMBER 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Item | Creditor | Contract Period | Issued Amount | Discount | Book Value | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Paper | China Bills Finance Corporation | December 12, 2025~ January 12, 2026 | $50,000 | ($35) | $ 49,965 | |
| Commercial Paper | Ta Ching Bills Finance Corporation | December 11, 2025~ January 09, 2026 | 50,000 | (26) | 49,974 | |
| Total | $100,000 | ($61) | $99,939 | |||
| Range of Interest Rates | 1.50%-1.77% |
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Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL LIABILITIES AT FAIR VALUE THROUGH PROFIT OR LOSS – CURRENT
DECEMBER 31, 2025
| Name of Financial Instrument | Description | Number of Shares or Units | Acquisition Cost | Fair Value | Remark | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit Price | Total Amount | |||||
| Forward Foreign Exchange Contract | USD/TWD | USD9,320 | $- | $1,455 | Contract Maturity Date: February 2026 – March 2026 | |
| Execution Exchange Rate: 30.924~31.320 |
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Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
STATEMENT OF CONTRACT LIABILITIES - CURRENT
DECEMBER 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Client Name | Description | Amount | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Company A | Unearned sales revenue | $ 76,956 | |
| Company B | Unearned sales revenue | 36,377 | |
| Company C | Unearned sales revenue | 34,606 | |
| Company D | Unearned sales revenue | 33,157 | |
| Company E | Unearned sales revenue | 32,643 | |
| Company F | Unearned sales revenue | 22,159 | |
| Company G | Unearned sales revenue | 16,915 | |
| Others | Under 5% | 54,095 | |
| Total | $ 306,908 |
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Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of Notes Payable
December 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Item | Description | Amount | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unrelated parties | |||
| Company A | Trade payable | $6,882 | |
| Company B | Trade payable | 6,189 | |
| Company C | Trade payable | 5,545 | |
| Company D | Trade payable | 4,801 | |
| Company E | Trade payable | 4,765 | |
| Others | Under 5% | 65,265 | |
| Total | $93,447 |
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Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of Accounts Payable
December 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Item | Description | Amount | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unrelated parties | |||
| Company A | Trade payable | $35,444 | |
| Company B | Trade payable | 27,934 | |
| Company C | Trade payable | 25,731 | |
| Others | Under 5% | 271,453 | |
| Subtotal | $360,562 | ||
| Related parties | |||
| Chien Yao Technology Co., Ltd. | Trade payable | $17,617 | |
| Subtotal | $17,617 | ||
| Total | $378,179 |
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Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of Long-Term Loans And Current Portion of Long-Term Loans
December 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Creditors | Description | Ending balance | Contract Term (mm/dd/yy) | Mortgage or Guarantee | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mega - Tainan | Secured loan | $628,050 | July 26, 2023-July 26, 2028 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Land Bank of Taiwan) | Credit loan | 33,743 | June 06, 2023-May 15, 2028 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Land Bank of Taiwan) | Credit loan | 25,782 | June 14, 2023-May 15, 2028 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Land Bank of Taiwan) | Credit loan | 39,952 | June 26, 2023-May 15, 2028 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Land Bank of Taiwan) | Credit loan | 34,401 | July 04, 2023-May 15, 2030 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Secured loan | 1,532 | August 15, 2023-August 15, 2030 | Machinery and equipment | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Secured loan | 2,520 | August 15, 2023-August 15, 2030 | Machinery and equipment | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Credit loan | 4,234 | August 17, 2023-August 15, 2030 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Secured loan | 2,500 | December 11, 2023-August 15, 2030 | Machinery and equipment | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Secured loan | 1,100 | December 11, 2023-August 15, 2030 | Machinery and equipment | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Credit loan | 1,700 | December 11, 2023-August 15, 2030 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Credit loan | 2,600 | December 11, 2023-August 15, 2030 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Secured loan | 73,000 | December 21, 2023-August 15, 2030 | Machinery and equipment | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Secured loan | 28,000 | January 31,2024-August 15, 2030 | Machinery and equipment | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Credit loan | 16,000 | January 31,2024-August 15, 2030 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Secured loan | 14,350 | May 31,2024-August 15, 2030 | Machinery and equipment |
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| Creditors | Description | Ending balance | Contract Term (mm/dd/yy) | Mortgage or Guarantee | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Secured loan | 1,021 | June 25, 2024-August 15, 2030 | Machinery and equipment | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Secured loan | 7,165 | June 25, 2024-August 15, 2030 | Machinery and equipment | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Credit loan | 2,129 | June 25, 2024-August 15, 2030 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Secured loan | 274 | June 25, 2024-August 15, 2030 | Machinery and equipment | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Credit loan | 902 | June 25, 2024-August 15, 2030 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Secured loan | 21,530 | July 31,2024- August 15, 2030 | Machinery and equipment | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Credit loan | 14,350 | January 02,2025- August 15, 2030 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Credit loan | 5,400 | February 02,2025- August 15, 2030 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Credit loan | 2,946 | July 22,2025- August 15, 2030 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Taipei Fubon Bank) | Secured loan | 34,334 | July 22,2025- August 15, 2030 | Machinery and equipment | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (First Bank) | Credit loan | 200,000 | June 14, 2023-May 15, 2031 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (First Bank) | Credit loan | 40,000 | June 30, 2023-June 15, 2031 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (First Bank) | Credit loan | 10,000 | September 22,2023-June 15, 2030 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 9,526 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 81,978 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 9,526 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 6,048 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 1,075 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 9,261 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant |
| Creditors | Description | Ending balance | Contract Term (mm/dd/yy) | Mortgage or Guarantee | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 23,339 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 14,490 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 2,150 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 24,660 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 19,859 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 2,319 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 6,836 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 7,979 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 3,358 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Mega Bank) | Secured loan | 613 | August 15,2023- August 15, 2030 | Land and plant | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Chang Hwa Bank) | Credit loan | 6,815 | December 07, 2023-November 15, 2030 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Chang Hwa Bank) | Credit loan | 5,300 | January 20, 2025-November 15, 2030 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Chang Hwa Bank) | Credit loan | 10,610 | April 01, 2025- November 15, 2030 | None | |
| Accelerate investment project loans for Taiwanese enterprises (Chang Hwa Bank) | Credit loan | 10,610 | April 16, 2025- November 15, 2030 | None | |
| Chang Hwa Bank – North Tainan Branch | Secured loan | 115,972 | November 26, 2024- November 26, 2039 | Land | |
| Chang Hwa Bank – North Tainan Branch | Secured loan | 288,000 | November 26, 2024- May 26, 2028 | Land | |
| Subtotal | $ 1,909,839 | ||||
| Less: Unamortized discount | (885) | ||||
| Less: Current portion of long - term loans | (270,963) | ||||
| Total | $1,637,991 | ||||
| Range of interest rates | 1.595%-2.529% |
Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of Guarantee Deposits Received
December 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Item | Description | Amount | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dust Collector’s Deposit | Dust Collector’s Deposit | $1,000 | |
| Restaurant Deposit | Restaurant Deposit | 20 | |
| Total | $1,020 |
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Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of Net Revenue
For The Year December 31, 2025
| Item | Description | In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amount | Remark | ||
| Sales revenue: | |||
| Steel rebars | 406,642 Tons | $ 7,291,534 | |
| Bar steels | 38,481 Tons | 848,316 | |
| Billets steels | 31 Tons | 646 | |
| Wire rods | 17,727 Tons | 398,850 | |
| Others | 56 Tons | 6,027 | |
| Subtotal of income | $8,545,373 | ||
| Less: sale return | 159 Tons | (3,517) | |
| Less: sale discount | (28,320) | ||
| Net sales revenue | $8,513,536 |
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Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement Of Operating Cost
For The Year Ended December 31, 2025
| Item | In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars 2025 |
|---|---|
| Raw materials, beginning of the year | $840,223 |
| Add: Raw materials purchased | 3,499,811 |
| Less: Raw materials, ending of the year | (412,340) |
| Raw materials sold | (447) |
| Raw materials used | $3,927,247 |
| Supplies, beginning of the year | $406,158 |
| Add: Supplies purchased | 644,459 |
| Less: Supplies, ending of the year | (397,525) |
| Supplies sold | (240) |
| Transfer to operating expenses | (120,230) |
| Supplies used | $532,622 |
| Add: Direct labor | $143,740 |
| Factory overhead | 1,931,683 |
| Production cost | $6,535,292 |
| Work in progress, beginning of the year | 2,405,966 |
| Work in progress purchased | 274,176 |
| Add: Transfer from finished goods | 7,423,759 |
| Less: Work in progress, ending of the year | (1,207,670) |
| Work in Progress sold | (518) |
| Scraps | (2,180) |
| Loss from work suspension | (3,469) |
| Cost of finished goods | $15,425,356 |
| Finished goods, beginning of the year | 643,699 |
| Add: Finished goods purchased | 21,233 |
| Less: Finished goods, ending of the year | (675,888) |
| Transfer to work in progress | (7,423,759) |
| Transfer to operating expenses | (543) |
| Loss from work suspension | (9,884) |
| Cost of finished goods sold | $7,980,214 |
| Cost adjustment items : | |
| Unallocated fixed factory overhead | 182,240 |
| Total cost of goods sold | $8,162,454 |
| Cost of raw materials sold | 447 |
| Cost of supplies sold | 240 |
| Cost of work in progress | 518 |
| Cost of scraps sold | 2,266 |
| Loss from work suspension | 13,353 |
| Total operating cost | $8,179,278 |
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Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of Factory Overheads
For The Year Ended December 31, 2025
In Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Items | Amount |
|---|---|
| Indirect labor | $67,170 |
| Rent | 1,369 |
| Stationery supplies | 1 |
| Freight | 23,073 |
| Postage | 5 |
| Travel | 1,448 |
| Repairs & maintenance | 196,558 |
| Utilities | 982,406 |
| Insurance | 24,509 |
| Processing-outsourced | 29,289 |
| Tax | 3,250 |
| Depreciation | 372,746 |
| Meal | 8,363 |
| Employee’s welfare | 6,754 |
| Consumables | 210,704 |
| Pensions | 8,856 |
| Overtime pays | 38,842 |
| Training | 353 |
| Miscellaneous purchase | 4,028 |
| Traffic | 283 |
| Others | 133,916 |
| Less: Unallocated fixed factory overhead | (182,240) |
| Total | $1,931,683 |
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Wei Chih Steel Industrial Co., Ltd.
Statement of operating expenses
For the Year Ended December 31, 2025
in Thousands of New Taiwan Dollars
| Item | Selling and marketing expenses | General and administrative expenses | Research and development expenses | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payroll | $10,849 | $46,068 | $ - | $56,917 |
| Rent | 1,389 | 157 | - | 1,546 |
| Stationery supplies | 2 | 84 | - | 86 |
| Traveling | 1,001 | 182 | - | 1,183 |
| Shipping | 52,659 | 19 | - | 52,678 |
| Postage | 453 | 1,369 | - | 1,822 |
| Repairs & maintenance | 209 | 1,363 | - | 1,572 |
| Advertising | 144 | 613 | - | 757 |
| Utilities | 7 | 3,816 | - | 3,823 |
| Insurance | 1,158 | 7,344 | - | 8,502 |
| Entertainment | 618 | 4,849 | - | 5,467 |
| Donate | - | 3,662 | - | 3,662 |
| Tax | - | 899 | - | 899 |
| Meal | 295 | 754 | - | 1,049 |
| Employee’s welfare | 349 | 1,048 | - | 1,397 |
| Commission expense | 2,536 | - | - | 2,536 |
| Labor cost | 45 | 3,095 | - | 3,140 |
| Overtime pay | 201 | 1,622 | - | 1,823 |
| Pension | 403 | 1,567 | - | 1,970 |
| Traffic | 100 | 217 | - | 317 |
| Export | 16,645 | - | - | 16,645 |
| Newspapers & Magazines | 13 | 382 | - | 395 |
| Training fee | - | 52 | 52 | |
| Others | 2629 | 13,793 | - | 16,422 |
| Depreciation | - | 8,568 | - | 8,568 |
| Amortizations | - | 406 | - | 406 |
| Miscellaneous equipment | 2 | 493 | - | 495 |
| Total | $91,707 | $102,422 | $ - | $194,129 |
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