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Taiwan Stocks Close Higher in Volatile Session
Electronic Technology · Semiconductors · economic_daily · 2026-09-09
Taiwan's main index rose 77.58 points to 47,183.36 in a volatile trading session, with gains in construction and materials offsetting losses in the financial sector.
What Happened
Market Overview: The Taiwan stock market experienced a volatile session, with the weighted index ultimately closing up 77.58 points at 47,183.36. Total trading volume reached NT$773.51 billion, reflecting active participation despite the intraday fluctuations.
Sector Performance: Sector performance was mixed throughout the day, with the construction and building materials sectors leading the gains. Conversely, the financial sector faced downward pressure, closing down 1.47% and acting as a drag on the broader market index.
Trading Statistics: The market breadth was positive, with 617 stocks closing higher compared to 377 decliners. High-volume stocks were dominated by major electronics players, including AUO, Innolux, and UMC, indicating continued investor interest in the tech sector.
Top Movers: Individual stock performance varied significantly, with companies like Jiantong and Shengtai seeing strong gains. Meanwhile, stocks such as PairMed and Sixxon Precision faced notable selling pressure, highlighting the importance of selective stock picking in the current environment.