The TAIEX, Taiwan’s benchmark stock index, surged 902 points, or 2.4%, to 38,624 in Friday morning trading, supported by optimism over the development of AI infrastructure, after the index fell in the previous session. The broader index broke through the 38,000-point level for the second time in early trading. Sentiment was also lifted by Thursday’s data, which showed a surge in industrial production, soaring 28.7% in March, the fastest growth since May 2020. Contract chipmaker Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), which accounts for more than 40% of total market capitalization, jumped 4.3%. Traders shrugged off the stalemate in US-Iran ceasefire talks and sought to maintain momentum. Electronic technology and technology services stocks led the gains, with Phison Electronics, Nan Ya Printed Circuit Board, Ventec International Group, and Chenbro Micom each surging by the daily limit of 10%.

Taiwan's main stock market index, the TSI, rose to 38932 points on April 24, 2026, gaining 3.23% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 16.43% and is up 95.91% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from Taiwan. Historically, the Taiwan Stock Market Index (TWSE) reached an all time high of 38989.94 in April of 2026. Taiwan Stock Market Index (TWSE) - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on April 26 of 2026.

Taiwan's main stock market index, the TSI, rose to 38932 points on April 24, 2026, gaining 3.23% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 16.43% and is up 95.91% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from Taiwan. The Taiwan Stock Market Index (TWSE) is expected to trade at 37918.86 points by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 33692.10 in 12 months time.



Indexes Price Day Month Year Date
TSI 38,932.40 1,218.25 3.23% 16.43% 95.91% Apr/24

Components Price Day Year MCap Date
Taiwan Semiconductor 2,185.00 105.00 5.05% 146.06% 1.67T Apr/24
Delta Electronic Ind 2,075.00 95.00 4.80% 527.84% 116.72B Apr/24
Hou Hai Precision 221.50 -3.50 -1.56% 59.35% 91.88B Apr/24
Mediatek 2,435.00 220.00 9.93% 76.45% 86.81B Apr/24
Fubon Financial 87.80 0 0% 10.58% 37.77B Apr/24
Quanta Computer 323.00 1.00 0.31% 37.45% 35.39B Apr/24
Chunghwa Telecom 135.50 -0.50 -0.37% 7.11% 33.16B Apr/24
Ctbc Financial Hold 52.90 0.20 0.38% 43.17% 32.77B Apr/24
Cathay Financial 74.90 0.10 0.13% 38.45% 32.37B Apr/24
Nan Ya Plastic 85.90 0.70 0.82% 182.57% 21.16B Apr/24




Related Last Previous Unit Reference
Taiwan Inflation Rate 1.20 1.75 percent Mar 2026
Taiwan Interest Rate 2.00 2.00 percent Apr 2026
Taiwan Unemployment Rate 3.35 3.33 percent Mar 2026

Taiwan Stock Market Index (TWSE)
The Taiwan Stock Exchange TAIEX Index is a major stock market index which tracks the performance of all listed common shares traded on the Taiwan Stock Exchange. It is a capitalization-weighted index. The TAIEX has a base value of 100 as of January 1, 1966.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
38932.40 37714.15 38989.94 421.43 1979 - 2026 points Daily

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Taiwan Shares Jump Past 38,000 Mark
The TAIEX, Taiwan’s benchmark stock index, surged 902 points, or 2.4%, to 38,624 in Friday morning trading, supported by optimism over the development of AI infrastructure, after the index fell in the previous session. The broader index broke through the 38,000-point level for the second time in early trading. Sentiment was also lifted by Thursday’s data, which showed a surge in industrial production, soaring 28.7% in March, the fastest growth since May 2020. Contract chipmaker Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), which accounts for more than 40% of total market capitalization, jumped 4.3%. Traders shrugged off the stalemate in US-Iran ceasefire talks and sought to maintain momentum. Electronic technology and technology services stocks led the gains, with Phison Electronics, Nan Ya Printed Circuit Board, Ventec International Group, and Chenbro Micom each surging by the daily limit of 10%.
2026-04-24
Taiwan Stocks Pull Back from Record High
The TAIEX, Taiwan’s benchmark stock index, dropped 577 points, or 1.6%, to 37,298 in Thursday morning trade, as traders took profits after the index reached a second straight session of record highs, supported by optimism over the development of AI infrastructure. However, investors await the release of a slew of economic data later today, including industrial output, retail sales, and the unemployment rate. A rally on Wall Street overnight prevented the index from falling further, after US President Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran. Transportation stocks mainly dragged the index, with notable losses from Evergreen Marine (-1.0%), Wan Hai Lines (-0.8%), and EVA Airways Corp (-3.7%). Other stocks also fell, including Lotes and Swancor Advanced Materials, which dropped by 10% each. However, contract chipmaker Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), which accounts for more than 40% of total market capitalization, rose 0.7%.
2026-04-23
Taiwan Equities Hit Another Record High on AI Strength
The TAIEX, Taiwan’s benchmark stock index, climbed 413 points, or 1.1%, to a new record high of 37,978 in Wednesday early trade, extending gains from the two previous sessions, driven mainly by technology stocks as investors maintained upward momentum. Optimism over the development of AI infrastructure continued to lift sentiment. The broader index tracked US futures following a statement from US President Donald Trump, who announced he was extending a ceasefire with Iran, amid uncertainty over the outcome of US–Iran peace talks. Contract chipmaker Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), which accounts for more than 40% of total market capitalisation, rose 0.7%. The company reported a 58% jump in net profit in Q1 2026, beating market forecasts and driven by AI demand. Other top performers included Innolux Optoelectronics, Scientech, and AP Memory Technology, which surged around 10% each.
2026-04-22