Falling oil prices led to a rally in major US stock indices, strengthening sentiment in Taiwan's stock market, with AI-related themes drawing significant attention. AMD announced over $10 billion in investment for AI infrastructure in Taiwan, and NVIDIA's CEO is set to deliver a keynote speech, fueling expectations for further investment.
(CNA reporter Ho Hsiu-ling, Taipei, 22nd) Oil prices fell, and major US stock indices all closed higher on the 21st. Investment consultants stated that the retreat of high oil prices has reduced risks, with Taiwan index futures rising 288 points (0.69%) in after-hours trading, indicating a strengthening market sentiment. TSMC's ADR also rose by 1.38%, suggesting that blue-chip stocks are expected to continue playing a stabilizing role in the Taiwan stock market. AMD announced an investment of over $10 billion in Taiwan's industry ecosystem to meet the growing demand for AI infrastructure. Additionally, NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang is scheduled to deliver a keynote speech in Taipei on June 1st. Investment consultants noted that ahead of the 2026 Computex Taipei, as AI themes continue to develop, the market anticipates another wave of related investment enthusiasm. On May 21st, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 276.31 points or 0.55%, closing at 50285.66 points; the S&P 500 index increased by 12.75 points or 0.17%, closing at 7445.72 points; the Nasdaq index edged up 22.74 points or 0.09%, closing at 26293.10 points; and the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index surged 150.80 points or 1.28%, closing at 11964.08 points.
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- Source: CNA (Central News Agency)
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FAQ
What caused the positive shift in the stock market sentiment?
The decline in oil prices and the subsequent rally in US stocks contributed to a stronger sentiment in the Taiwan stock market.
Which major tech companies are investing in Taiwan's AI infrastructure?
AMD announced an investment of over $10 billion in Taiwan's industry ecosystem for AI infrastructure, and NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang is scheduled to give a keynote speech in Taipei.
What was the performance of US stock indices on May 21st?
On May 21st, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 0.55%, the S&P 500 by 0.17%, the Nasdaq by 0.09%, and the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index by 1.28%.
How did foreign investors impact the Taiwan stock market on May 21st?
Foreign investors bought a net NT$60.34 billion, marking the 9th largest historical net buy, primarily focusing on panel, electronic manufacturing services, and mature process wafer foundry sectors.
Which Taiwanese stocks saw the largest foreign investor buying on May 21st?
AUO (友達) was the top stock with 156,900 shares bought, followed by Innolux (群創), Compal (仁寶), Kinpo (金寶), and UMC (聯電).