FIFA World Cup 2026 Rankings Surge: Taiwanese internet users show strong engagement with football through intense searches on the 2026 FIFA World Cup rankings.
Archived Pulse in Taiwan
Country pulse digest
Friday, June 26, 2026
Archived Pulse in Taiwan
Taiwanese searches reveal intense interest in the 2026 FIFA World Cup rankings alongside widespread concern over severe flooding causing school and work suspensions. The stock market’s volatility and Apple’s price increases draw attention from investors and consumers respectively.
Active topics
24
Search volume
580K
Leading topic
Money
Attention mix
What the country is searching
24
Money33% (8)
Culture17% (4)
Life17% (4)
Weather13% (3)
Technology8% (2)
Sports4% (1)
World4% (1)
Entertainment4% (1)
Why people are curious
People in Taiwan are seeking to follow sports events closely, as evidenced by the strong focus on the 2026 FIFA World Cup rankings. Weather-related queries stem from worries about flooding and disruptions to daily routines, prompting searches for timely information on school and work closures. Financially, the public is intent on explaining the causes behind stock market declines and corporate share price moves, while technology consumers are investigating product price increases affecting their purchasing decisions. The public is also following infrastructure developments and cultural happenings to stay informed and engaged with local progress and social discourse.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Widespread Concern Over Flooding and Suspensions: Severe weather and flooding in southern and northern Taiwan prompt widespread searches about school and work suspensions, reflecting public safety and
Taiwan Stock Market Volatility Grabs Attention: Taiwan stock market experiences significant volatility and declines, fueling curiosity about causes and impacts on key companies like MediaTek and
Apple Price Hikes Influence Consumer Searches: Interest rises in Apple product price increases amid changing chip costs and regional market effects, impacting consumer buying considerations.
Transportation Infrastructure Developments Followed: Taiwanese closely follow major infrastructure projects, including New Taipei’s Danjiang Bridge and MRT Sanying Line, showing public anticipation for
Cultural Figures and Local Events Gaining Attention: Public interest peaks in entertainment and culture, notably regarding actress Janine Chang’s personal life and cultural events in Taipei amid local
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Taiwan
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
TechnologyCooling
ipad
People are searching for information about iPads, particularly due to recent Apple price increases amid chip costs and AI demand.
10K+ searches · 300% growthLast seen 6 days ago
ipad airmacmac mini
02
SportsCooling
2026 國際足總世界盃戰績排名
There is a high search interest in the 2026 FIFA World Cup rankings in Taiwan, reflecting strong engagement with football tournaments.
200K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 6 days ago
世足的名次表
03
WeatherCooling
台南 停 班
Many people in Taiwan are searching about work and school closures due to flooding and bad weather conditions in cities like Kaohsiung and Tainan.
200K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 6 days ago
高雄 淹 水台南停班停課高雄停班停課
04
WeatherCooling
新竹停班停課
Rising searches in Hsinchu about work and school closures linked to flooding suggest community concern over recent heavy rainfall and its effects.
50K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 6 days ago
新竹新竹淹水竹北
05
MoneyCooling
台 股 大 跌 原因
Taiwan's stock market has experienced a significant drop, attracting attention and searches regarding the causes.
50K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 6 days ago
台股聯發科2454
06
MoneyCooling
蘋果漲價
There is increased interest in Apple’s recent price hikes and how they relate to the South Korean stock market index.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 6 days ago
apple 漲價apple漲價韓國綜合股價指數
07
WorldCooling
三鶯線
People in Taiwan are closely following the upcoming opening of the New Taipei Danjiang Bridge and the MRT Sanying Line.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 6 days ago
捷運三鶯線三鶯線通車三 鶯 線 通車
08
CultureCooling
沈伯洋
Searches relate to cultural and local developments in Taipei, including community events and issues like flooding.
10K+ searches · 400% growthLast seen 6 days ago
淹水內 湖區台北
09
CultureCooling
陳淑萍
There is a sharp increase in searches for Chen Shuping, suggesting public interest in learning more about this individual.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 6 days ago
10
MoneyCooling
00919
Searches for 00919 surged in Taiwan due to interest in financial and scientific research updates related to the ETF and cancer studies.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 6 days ago
11
CultureCooling
張鈞甯
People in Taiwan are following news about actress Janine Chang, focusing on her personal life and public statements amid rumors.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 6 days ago
12
WeatherCooling
台南淹水
The searches about flooding in Tainan show public concern over recent or ongoing flood conditions and their impact.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 6 days ago
台南 淹水仁 德 交流 道台南災情
Why it matters
CoolingThis topic was last observed 6 days ago; its earlier momentum should now be read as historical, backed by 10K+ recorded searches. People are searching to evaluate a purchase or offer.
Last seen 6 days agoConfidence: high
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
Apple Just Raised Prices, Making These Prime Day iPad Deals Ever Hotter - WIRED
Apple raises iPad and MacBook prices, blaming cost of chips amid AI boom - The Guardian
Apple and Microsoft are raising their prices by hundreds of dollars as chip costs soar - CBS News
Apple posts worst day in over a year after MacBook and iPad price hikes - CNBC
M4 iPad Pro and why I’m staying put! - talkingtechandaudio.com
The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.