Taiwan's Stock Market Reaches $2.09 Trillion, Surpassing UK's $2.04 Trillion to Rank Seventh Globally
Taiwan's stock market has overtaken the UK's, reaching a value of $4.14 trillion. This surge is driven by high demand for semiconductors, particularly from TSMC, which plays a crucial role in the AI industry.
The Times14 trillion as of Wednesday. 09 trillion. The growth in Taiwan's market is largely attributed to soaring demand for semiconductors, which are essential for advancements in artificial intelligence. Semiconductor giant TSMC accounts for more than 40 per cent of Taiwan’s share capitalisation and is a key supplier to major tech companies such as Nvidia and Apple.
4 billion). K. stock market has faced challenges, including a lack of new companies joining the London Stock Exchange since the last boom in 2021. Recent reforms by ministers and City regulators aimed at boosting the market's attractiveness have yet to yield significant results.
7 per cent this year, while Taiwan’s Taiex index has surged by more than 26 per cent.
Story Timeline
5 events- 2026-04-13
Taiwan's stock market value reaches $4.14 trillion.
1 sourceBloomberg - 2026-04-13
UK stock market capitalisation reported at $4.09 trillion.
1 sourceBloomberg - 2026-04-13
TSMC announces a 58 per cent jump in first-quarter profits.
1 sourceThe Times - 2026-04-13
TSMC's shares rise by more than a third this year.
1 sourceThe Times - 2026-04-13
Taiwan's Taiex index surges by more than 26 per cent this year.
1 sourceThe Times
Potential Impact
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Increased demand for semiconductors could lead to further growth for TSMC.
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Taiwan's market growth may attract more foreign investment.
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The U.K. may face increased pressure to reform its stock market further.
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