Hsinchu, Taiwan

AUO Corporation ("AUO" or the "Company") (TAIEX: 2409; NYSE: AUO)

In response to the Bloomberg news dated September 26, 2002 regarding that the Company may cut its 2002 profit forecast, AUO Corporation reiterates that it is still waiting for further signs from the market to better assess the potential demand in the fourth quarter, and hence will review its financial forecast upon the availability of the third quarter 2002 results together with further visibility to make an informed decision. At this time, there can be no assurances as to whether any action will be made.