TAIEX Tops 45,000, Hits Fresh Record High

The TAIEX, Taiwan’s benchmark stock index, increased 605 points, or 1.4%, to close at 45,338 on Monday, extending gains from the previous session, primarily supported by electronic technology and technology services stocks. The broader index hit a new record high, surpassing the 45,000 level for the first time as optimism over AI demand continued to lift sentiment. A rally on Wall Street on Friday also fueled sentiment, supported by tech stocks amid persistent enthusiasm surrounding AI-related investments. Electronic technology stocks rose 1.2%, with MediaTek surging 5.7%, while Hon Hai Precision Industry gained 1.6%. Meanwhile, TSMC, the world's largest contract chipmaker, which accounts for more than 40% of the market's total value, was unchanged after rising 2.6% on Friday. Technology services stocks climbed 2.1%, with Wiwynn Corp. advancing 2.6%. On the data front, Taiwan's manufacturing sector grew at the fastest pace since August 2021 in May 2026, supported by stronger demand.

The TAIEX, Taiwan’s benchmark stock index, rose 828 points, or 1.9%, to 45,561 in Monday morning trade, extending gains from the previous session, primarily supported by electronic technology and technology services stocks. The broader index hit a new record high, surpassing the 45,000 level for the first time as optimism over AI demand continued to lift sentiment. A rally on Wall Street on Friday also fueled sentiment, supported by technology stocks amid persistent enthusiasm surrounding AI-related investments. Electronic technology stocks climbed 2.0%, while technology services stocks rose 2.9%. TSMC, the world's largest contract chipmaker, which accounts for more than 40% of the market's total value, advanced 0.4%, while Delta Electronics also gained 0.4%. Meanwhile, Hon Hai Precision Industry and MediaTek surged 4.5% and 7.7%, respectively. On the data front, Taiwan's manufacturing sector grew at the fastest pace since August 2021 in May 2026, supported by stronger demand.

The TAIEX, Taiwan’s benchmark stock index, climbed 1,097 points, or 2.5%, to close at 44,733 on Friday, erasing losses from the previous session, primarily supported by gains in electronic technology and technology services stocks. The broader index hit a new record high, surpassing the 44,000 level for the second time after closing at 44,257 on Wednesday, amid optimism over AI demand. A rally on Wall Street overnight also lifted sentiment, buoyed by the extended US-Iran ceasefire. Electronic technology stocks rose 2.7%, while technology services stocks surged 5.9%. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world’s largest contract chipmaker, which accounts for more than 40% of the market’s total value, advanced 2.6%, while Delta Electronics and Hon Hai Precision Industry climbed 2.3% and 9.0%, respectively. For the month, the index jumped 5.8%, marking its second straight monthly gain, supported by strong AI demand.