Taiwan stocks higher at close of trade; Taiwan Weighted Climbs 1.61%

Taiwan stocks closed higher on February 23, 2026, as strong buying lifted the Taiwan Weighted Index by 1.61%. The rally reflected renewed investor confidence, supported by gains in industrial, glass, and technology-linked shares. Positive global cues and steady foreign inflows also helped push the benchmark toward fresh highs. Market sentiment improved as expectations around AI-driven demand, stable currency trends, and easing trade concerns strengthened. Several mid-cap stocks posted sharp gains, adding momentum to the broader market.