When did Taiwan's stock market record its largest gain?

On February 21, 2024, with a surge of 1,783.17 points.

Which companies led the market rally?

TSMC, MediaTek, Delta Electronics, and ABF substrate leaders were key drivers.

What drove today's market rebound?

Rebounding AI chip demand and strong institutional buying in large-cap stocks.

How did trading volume compare to yesterday?

Volume declined slightly to NT$835.6 billion despite the sharp price rise.

Were there any underperforming stocks?

Yes, Lien Yih Metal, Taiwan Semiconductor, Far EasTone, and Kang Pei closed lower.

Taiwan Stock Market Surges 1,783 Points, Largest Gain in History, Reclaims 44,000-Point Level

Published Jul 21, 2026 3:13 PM ・ Updated Jul 21, 2026 4:07 PM ・ 4 min read ・ Source: PR Times

On February 21, Taiwan's stock market surged 1,783.17 points, the largest single-day gain in history, driven by strong performances from TSMC and MediaTek. The index broke through both the 43,000 and 44,000 thresholds, closing at a record high of 44,232.87 points.

Taiwan's stock market surged 1,783.17 points on February 21, fueled by TSMC (2330-TW) rallying in the final session, MediaTek (2454-TW) hitting the daily trading limit, and multiple heavyweight stocks posting strong gains. The index broke through both the 43,000 and 44,000 thresholds, closing at a record high of 44,232.87 points, reclaiming the 5-day and quarterly moving averages. However, trading volume declined to NT$835.6 billion.

Among major stocks, TSMC was lifted by 7,974 buy orders in the final minutes, closing up NT$90 (3.88%) at NT$2,410. MediaTek and Taipower (2383-TW) both hit the daily trading limit. Delta Electronics (2308-TW) rose 7%, ASE Holding (3711-TW) gained 6%, and Hon Hai (2317-TW) rose over half the daily limit.

ABF substrate leaders performed strongly: Unimicron (3037-TW) and Kinsus (3189-TW) hit the daily limit, while Nanya PCB (8046-TW) rose 7.7%. Chipbond Technology (3653-TW) also reached the daily limit. Yageo (2327-TW), a key passive component player, rebounded 6% after previous losses, and Holtek Semiconductor (3026-TW) closed near the limit, though Walsin Technology (2392-TW) remained weak and closed lower.

Among high-priced stocks, Win Semiconductors (7734-TW), Taiming (6274-TW), Yageo Testing (6515-TW), Molex-KY (3665-TW), Creative Electronics (3443-TW), and Chroma (2360-TW) all hit the daily limit. Avalue Electronics (3017-TW) and Hongjing (7769-TW) rose 8%, while Chicony (8210-TW) and others gained over 7%.

The Formosa Plastics Group's four core stocks rose in tandem, led by Formosa Chemicals & Fibre (6505-TW) hitting the daily limit. Formosa Chemicals (1326-TW) rose nearly 7%, Nan Ya Plastics (1303-TW) nearly half the limit, and Formosa Plastics (1301-TW) nearly 4%.

However, Lien Yih Metal Industrial - Chuan (7610-TW) closed at the daily limit down, Taiwan Semiconductor (3532-TW) plunged nearly 7%, and Far EasTone (4904-TW) and Kang Pei (6919-TW) also closed lower, underperforming in today's broad market rally.

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Taiwan Stock Market Surges 1,783 Points, Largest Gain in History, Reclaims 44,000-Point Level

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