Brothers lead Taiwan's 50 richest as AI boom fuels record wealth

Brothers Chang Cheng-sheng and Chang Hung-pen, leaders of ASE Technology Holding, have ascended to the top of Forbes' latest list of Taiwan's 50 wealthiest individuals. Their combined net worth now stands at $22.4 billion, propelling them to the richest spot.

Their wealth experienced a dramatic increase of $14.5 billion, largely fueled by Taiwan's booming AI sector and robust semiconductor exports. This economic surge has contributed to Taiwan achieving an impressive 8.7% economic growth rate last year, the highest in 15 years. The overall wealth of the top 50 richest individuals in Taiwan reached a record $308 billion, marking a significant 56% increase from the previous year. Notably, 34 individuals on the list saw their fortunes grow.

Other notable figures on the list include Yageo Corporation founder Chen Tai-ming, whose assets grew by $12.1 billion to $18.2 billion, securing him the second position. The former richest individuals, Fubon Financial Holding chairman Michael Tsai and Fubon Financial Holdings chairman Richard Tsai, ranked third with $16.7 billion. Foxconn founder Terry Gou is fourth with $15.5 billion, benefiting from a 70% surge in Foxconn's stock price over the past year.

Delta Electronics founder Bruce Cheng saw the most substantial percentage increase in wealth, with his net worth quadrupling to $14.5 billion, climbing 16 spots to seventh place. The list also welcomed eight new entrants, primarily from the semiconductor and AI industries. The minimum net worth required to enter the top 50 list has also reached a historic high of $2.2 billion, up from $1.3 billion in 2025.