US investors drive record outlay in Taiwan’s equities market on the back of AI boom

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Peggy YeMarch 3, 2026 at 11:30 PM
US investors drive record outlay in Taiwan’s equities market on the back of AI boom

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US investors have significantly increased their holdings in Taiwan's equity market, driven by the global AI boom and the island's prominent semiconductor industry. By the end of 2025, US ownership reached a record $668 billion, representing approximately 23% of the Taiwan Stock Exchange's total market capitalization. This increase follows roughly $12 billion in US investments into the market during 2025. The trend reflects American investors seeking exposure to Taiwan's advanced semiconductor sector, considered crucial for enabling AI technologies. While Japan holds the largest share of US equity investment in Asia, Taiwan ranks second, demonstrating its growing importance to American investors.

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taiwan equities 100% us investors 90% artificial intelligence 80% semiconductor industry 70% market capitalisation 60% equity market 60% investment 50% asia-pacific 40%

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Taiwan

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