Taiwan Stocks Plunge 579 Points After Reaching Record High Amid War Uncertainty
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- 📰 Published: May 15, 2026 at 15:56
- 🔍 Collected: May 15, 2026 at 16:32 (35 min after Published)
- 🤖 AI Analyzed: May 15, 2026 at 16:33 (0 min after Collected)
The Taiwan stock market saw a volatile session on May 15, dropping 579.39 points to close at 41,172.36 after hitting a record high of 42,408. Market sentiment shifted due to profit-taking and uncertainties regarding the U.S.-Iran conflict. Tech heavyweights like TSMC and Quanta saw declines, while the number of 'thousand-dollar' stocks shrank. Analysts suggest the market is entering a consolidation phase.