Taiex Hits Historic High on First Day of Trading in 2026
Taiwan’s Taiex kicked off the first trading day of 2026 by closing up 1.3%, continuing a historic rally that has seen the index rise 25% over the past year. The gains remain heavily concentrated in the semiconductor sector, with TSMC alone accounting for over 60% of the market's growth. While traditional industries like textiles and raw materials face a downturn, Economy minister Kung Ming-hsin remains optimistic, suggesting that 2026 GDP growth could exceed current forecasts.
