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Taiwan Stocks Hit New High, End Above 48,000

The TAIEX, Taiwan’s benchmark stock index, rose 413 points, or 0.9%, to close at a fresh record high of 48,353 on Thursday, extending gains from the previous session, mainly boosted by rises in electronic technology, technology services, communication, and distribution services. Fresh data also fueled sentiment, as Tai

Most Asian assets set for monthly losses; chip-heavy markets buck trend

Most emerging Asian stocks and currencies were headed for monthly losses on Wednesday as higher U.S. yields and a firm dollar weighed. South Korea and Taiwan were among the regional gainers, helped by chip demand and AI investment flows.

Most emerging Asian stocks, currencies head for monthly losses

Regional equities and currencies fell on Wednesday, with oil-importing economies and deficit countries among the weakest. The won was the only regional currency to gain in September, while Indonesia's rupiah remained the worst performer this year.

Asian FX heads for monthly losses as rising US yields sap appeal

Most regional currencies are set for monthly losses, with the rupiah down 0.9% in September and the Thai baht and Malaysian ringgit down more than 1.3%. Regional stock markets were mixed, while Thailand shares were on course for their steepest one-day drop since June.

Asian FX heads for monthly losses as rising US yields sap appeal

Most regional currencies were subdued and set for monthly losses as higher U.S. yields and a firm dollar weighed on sentiment. The rupiah recovered after Bank Indonesia said it would intervene in the spot market when needed.

Taiwan Stocks Hit Fresh Record High on Tech Boost

The TAIEX, Taiwan’s benchmark stock index, rose 615 points, or 1.3%, to a new record high of 48,247 in Wednesday morning trade, halting losses in the previous two sessions, mainly boosted by gains in electronic technology following a rise in the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index. Electronic Technology gained 1.5%, with

Asian FX weakens as oil, Treasury yields rise; baht hits 2-month low

Most Asian currencies fell as oil prices and elevated US Treasury yields pressured risk sentiment. The Thai baht touched 33.64, its weakest since late July, and the rupiah fell to 17,985 per dollar.

30-Year Yields Hit 2004 High as Oil Jumps - Europe Market Wrap

Stocks fell as another jump in oil prices fueled a fresh bond selloff, pushing 30-year Treasury yields to their highest level since 2004 and reviving concerns over persistent inflation. S&P 500 futures dropped 0.5%, putting the index on track to give back most of its weekly gain, while Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.9%. The

EMERGING MARKETS — Asian currencies fall the most since May as oil prices, bond rout bite

MSCI EM currencies index marks biggest intraday drop since mid-May Indonesian rupiah weakens to as much as 17,900 MSCI EM Asia equities index slips 0.8% Jakarta stocks benchmark down 1%, India's Nifty 25 falls 0.9% By Shruti Agarwal Sept 24 (Reuters) — Emerging Asia currencies fell the most in more than four months on

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Bonds Rise as Oil Extends Slide on US-Iran Talks - Asia Market Wrap

Asian bonds and Treasury futures advanced as oil extended its decline following signs of diplomatic progress between the US and Iran. Australian and New Zealand government bonds rallied, while the US 10-year yield remained near 4.93% after falling alongside crude. Brent slipped around 1.2% toward $98 a barrel, extendin

MNI EUROPEAN MARKETS ANALYSIS: USD Supported Despite Lower Oil

* Oil has continued to trend lower during Wednesday's APAC session as talks continue on the sidelines of this week's UN gathering. The fact negotiations are even taking place to facilitate Middle East energy shipments is driving optimism in markets but the situation remains very precarious. UST futures are higher, but

Taiwan Equities Hit New High, Top 48,000 Mark

The TAIEX, Taiwan’s benchmark stock index, rose 692 points, or 1.5%, to 48,411 in Tuesday morning trading, gaining for the fifth straight session and hitting a record high, mainly buoyed by gains in electronic technology. The index surpassed the 48,000 mark for the first time on June 23, 2026, reaching an intraday high

Asian stocks rise as tech rally, AI optimism, lower oil prices lift sentiment

Asian markets advanced on Tuesday, led by technology stocks, as lower oil prices boosted sentiment and investors anticipated positive outcomes from US-Iran talks. The dollar held firm against the yen on expectations of further interest rate hikes.

Emerging market stocks rise to over one-week high on easing oil prices

Emerging market stocks rose on Monday, hitting a more than one-week high, as lower oil prices and gains in AI-related stocks boosted sentiment. MSCI's index tracking EM stocks rose 1.45%, lifted by Asian tech-heavy bourses in South Korea and Taiwan.

Take Five: US-China summit, AI debate loom over markets

Markets face a high-stakes week with a US-China presidential summit, UN General Assembly, and key economic data releases. Discussions on AI governance and central bank meetings in Indonesia add to the complex backdrop.

TAIEX Ends Near Record High as Tech Stocks Rally

The TAIEX, Taiwan’s benchmark stock index, rose 538 points, or 1.1%, to close at 47,719 on Monday, gaining for the fourth straight session and hitting its highest level since June 22, when the index reached a record high, mainly supported by gains in electronic technology. Electronic technology climbed 1.4%, amid optim

Asian tech stocks rise on AI optimism; Trump-Xi meeting in focus

Emerging Asian stocks rose on Monday, led by chip-related shares, as investors awaited a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping later this week for signals on trade ties and the global economic outlook.

Taiwan Stocks Hit 2-Month High on Tech Boost

The TAIEX, Taiwan’s benchmark stock index, advanced 268 points, or 0.6%, to 47,449, rising for the fourth straight session and hitting its highest level since June 22, when the index reached a record high, mainly buoyed by gains in electronic technology, commercial services, and energy minerals. Electronic technology r

GRAPHIC — Take Five: High stakes, low bars

Sept 18 (Reuters) — World markets have another high-stakes week in store, with a summit between the US and Chinese presidents in Washington and the United Nations General Assembly taking place against a backdrop of multiplying global crises. There will be PMI data for the global bond markets to digest. There's an impor

EMERGING MARKETS — Asian stocks rise on chipmaker optimism, currencies tick up

South Korea, Taiwan stocks push EM Asia stocks higher Currencies inch higher as Taiwan dollar, ringgit gain Bank of Japan hikes interest rate, signals further tightening By Sherin Sunny Sept 18 (Reuters) — Chip-heavy South Korean and Taiwan stocks led equity gains in Asia's emerging markets on Friday, while currencies

TAIEX rises 0.4% to near 6-week high on Wall Street rally

Taiwan’s TAIEX climbs 201 points to 46,222, extending gains for a fifth straight session and reaching its highest level since July 6 as it tracks overnight Wall Street strength.

TAIEX rises to 5-week high as tech leads gains

Taiwan’s TAIEX climbed 471 points (1.0%) to 45,989 in Thursday morning trade, extending gains to four sessions, led by electronic technology and TSMC-linked strength.

TSMC Could Swing $150 Billion as Options Market Prices Big Moves for This Week’s Earnings

Earnings season kicks into high gear next week, with a slate of heavyweight companies set to report quarterly results between July 12 and July 18. As investors look for fresh insight into corporate earnings, guidance and the broader economic backdrop, options traders are already betting on how sharply these stocks coul

Sector Update: Tech Stocks Rise Premarket Monday

() -- Technology stocks were rising premarket Monday, with the State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLK) up 1.6% and the State Street SPDR S&P Semiconductor ETF (XSD) 2.4% higher. Broadcom (AVGO) stock was up more than 4% after the company said in a regulatory filing that it has entered into new multi-year

Barron's Weekend Summary: Recent market dynamics have prompted a need for companies to adapt strategically

Cover Story: - -Cheap drones are reshaping the defense sector by proving that low-cost, mass-produced systems can threaten or destroy weapons platforms that cost hundreds of Ms of dollars. The Iran war reinforced the lesson already visible in Ukraine: spending heavily on exquisite systems no longer guarantees battlefie

Barron's Weekend Summary: Recent market dynamics have prompted a need for companies to adapt strategically

Cover Story: - -Cheap drones are reshaping the defense sector by proving that low-cost, mass-produced systems can threaten or destroy weapons platforms that cost hundreds of Ms of dollars. The Iran war reinforced the lesson already visible in Ukraine: spending heavily on exquisite systems no longer guarantees battlefie

Barron's Weekend Summary: Recent market dynamics have prompted a need for companies to adapt strategically

Cover Story: - -Cheap drones are reshaping the defense sector by proving that low-cost, mass-produced systems can threaten or destroy weapons platforms that cost hundreds of Ms of dollars. The Iran war reinforced the lesson already visible in Ukraine: spending heavily on exquisite systems no longer guarantees battlefie

Barron's: Drones Reshape Defense

Barron's identifies Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, AeroVironment, RTX, and L3Harris Technologies as companies positioned to benefit from rising demand for drones and related technologies