Taiwan Stocks Hit Record Turnover of NT$1.66 Trillion; Foreign Net Short Positions Exceed 58,000
Taiwan stocks experienced high volatility due to Middle East tensions, hitting a record turnover of NT$1.66 trillion while foreign investors turned to net sellers.
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- 📰 Published: May 28, 2026 at 18:38
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According to CNA reporter Zhong Rong-feng, escalating conflicts between the US and Iran led to high volatility in the Taiwan stock market. The index fluctuated by 1,717 points, closing down 620 points at 43,636. Market turnover reached a record NT$1.66 trillion. Foreign investors sold a net NT$38.683 billion, ending a five-day buying streak, with net short positions in Taiwan index futures exceeding 58,000 contracts. Analysts suggest that the market is undergoing a period of high-level consolidation and caution against chasing highs.
FAQ
What are the risks for Taiwan stocks?
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and US Fed interest rate policies.