The Taiwan dollar weakens to its lowest level in about 14 months, driven by gains in the U.S. dollar and the impact of large dividend payments. Bloomberg and the Taipei Times report that the currency gives up earlier improvements tied to last year’s strong performance, which had marked an historic rally. The depreciation is linked to stronger greenback conditions, which tend to weigh on non-U.S. currencies and affect market pricing for Taiwan’s dollar. In addition, record dividend payouts are cited as a factor influencing sentiment and flows, contributing to downward pressure on the exchange rate. Both outlets describe the move as a return to levels last seen around April 2025, indicating a broad shift in near-term market conditions rather than a one-off move. Overall, the coverage attributes the decline primarily to external currency strength from the U.S. dollar and to domestic financial flows connected to dividend distributions.