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Taiwan Stocks Surge 663 Points to Close at 45,832
Electronic Technology · Electronic Components · economic_daily · 2026-08-26
The Taiwan Stock Exchange saw a strong rebound today, with the weighted index climbing 663.16 points on heavy trading volume exceeding NT$800 billion.
What Happened
Market Performance: The Taiwan stock market staged a significant recovery today, with the weighted index opening lower before rallying to close at 45,832.62 points, up 663.16 points or 1.47%.
Trading Volume: Market activity was robust, with total turnover reaching NT$804.25 billion and approximately 9.7 million shares changing hands throughout the session.
Sector Movements: Among the major sectors, the petrochemical industry led the gains with a 5.47% increase, while machinery and construction sectors also posted solid growth, contrasting with a slight decline in the financial sector.
Stock Highlights: Market leaders included stocks like Zhongyang Optoelectronics and Genius Electronic Optical, while shipping companies such as Yang Ming and Wan Hai experienced downward pressure during the trading day.