TAIEX Live: Taiwan Index Surges 457 Points in Early Trade on April 14 Amid Tech Optimism
Key Highlights:
Taipei, April 14 (IST):
The TAIEX index is trading sharply higher on Monday, rising +457.78 points (+2.34%) to 19,986.55 in the first hour of trade. Riding on robust global equity cues, particularly the rally in U.S. tech stocks and regional markets like Nikkei and KOSPI, the Taiwan benchmark is nearing the psychologically important 20,000-point mark.
Live Market Snapshot – April 14, 2025
- Current Level: 19,986.55
- Change: +457.78 points (+2.34%)
- Opening Level: 19,686.68
- Day’s High: 19,986.55
- Day’s Low: 19,686.68
- Previous Close: 19,528.77
- 52-Week High: 24,416.67
- 52-Week Low: 17,306.97
- Time of Update: 09:05 AM TST
The surge reflects growing investor confidence, with key support from tech and semiconductor-heavyweights listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange.
Drivers Behind the Rally
1. Global Tech Momentum
- Nasdaq Composite surged +2.06% on April 11.
- Taiwan’s chipmakers such as TSMC, MediaTek, and ASE Technology are benefiting from strong global demand and bullish investor flows.
2. Semiconductor Resilience
- Reports of increased foundry orders and stable DRAM/NAND pricing are lifting confidence in the hardware sector.
3. Strong GIFT Nifty & Nikkei
- Futures from India (GIFT Nifty) and early gains in Japan and Korea are adding to the regional bullish tone.
4. U.S. Trade Softening
- The Biden administration’s decision to delay some tariff impositions has reduced tension in global supply chains, which directly benefits Taiwan’s exporters.
Sectoral Trends – April 14 (Early Trade)
- Semiconductors: TSMC, UMC, ASE Tech up over 2–4%
- Electronics: Hon Hai Precision, Delta Electronics posting healthy gains
- Financials: CTBC and Fubon Financial trading firm
- Shipping & Industrials: Mixed, with focus still on global demand data
Technical Outlook – TAIEX Intraday View
- Immediate Resistance: 20,000 – 20,050
- Support Zone: 19,750 – 19,680
- Bias: Strongly Bullish
- Momentum Indicators:
- RSI trending toward 65, confirming strength
- MACD showing bullish crossover on daily charts
- Index near breakout territory for next major leg
If momentum sustains through mid-day, the TAIEX may test the 20,000 mark and could potentially close at a multi-month high.
Investor Focus Areas for the Day
- TSMC Earnings Preview: Scheduled this week; will drive broader sentiment
- Global Data Releases: U.S. retail sales and Chinese trade data may influence afternoon movement
- Currency Movement: Taiwan Dollar remains stable, aiding foreign investment flows
- FII Activity: Strong net inflow into Taiwan equities over the past week
The TAIEX index’s 457-point surge in the early session of April 14 sets a bullish tone for the day, powered by global optimism and semiconductor strength. If the trend continues, Taiwan’s benchmark could decisively break the 20,000 barrier, attracting further institutional buying.
With supportive macros, resilient tech earnings, and dovish central bank cues globally, Taiwan remains one of Asia’s top-performing markets today.
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