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Taiwan Stocks Plunge 784 Points; TSMC Falls Below Quarterly Support
Electronic Technology · Semiconductors · economic_daily · 2026-09-02
The Taiwan Stock Exchange index dropped 784 points to close at 46,164.72, as TSMC fell below its quarterly support level amid a broader market correction.
What Happened
Market Performance: The Taiwan Stock Exchange index experienced a significant downturn today, closing down 784 points at 46,164.72. Trading volume contracted to NT$918.39 billion as the index slipped below its 5-day moving average, reflecting a widespread retreat in market sentiment.
Heavyweight Stocks: Major tech stocks faced heavy selling pressure, with TSMC closing at its daily low of NT$2,385, breaking through both the NT$2,400 mark and its quarterly support level. Other key players including MediaTek, Delta Electronics, and Hon Hai also finished in the red, with Delta Electronics recording a decline of over 7%.
Sector Highlights: Despite the broader market weakness, specific themes showed resilience, particularly in the networking sector. Zhongqi hit the daily limit on 6G market news, while its parent company, Alpha Networks, also saw a 6% gain. CPO-related stocks showed mixed results, with OptiWorks hitting the limit while others experienced volatility.
Expert Outlook: Analysts suggest that today's correction reflects a catch-up effect following recent global market volatility and rising U.S. Treasury yields. Experts warn that if trading volumes remain low in September, the market may struggle to sustain broad-based rotation, leaving investors to focus on individual stock performance.