The iShares MSCI Taiwan ETF (ETN) rose 1.2% in early trading on January 13, 2026, as Taiwan’s semiconductor and technology sectors led regional market gains. The ETF’s performance reflects broader investor confidence in the island’s export-driven technology economy.
- ETN rose 1.2% on January 13, 2026
- Assets under management: $1.8 billion
- 78% of ETF holdings in technology and financials
- 12-month return: 18.7% (vs. S&P 500's 14.2%)
- TSMC’s new $4.5 billion U.S. plant boosted sector sentiment
- Institutional ownership increased by 6.3% month-over-month
The iShares MSCI Taiwan ETF (ETN) posted a 1.2% increase in value during morning trading on January 13, 2026, marking its third consecutive day of gains. This movement followed a 2.4% rally in Taiwan’s TAIEX index, driven by strong earnings from major semiconductor firms including TSMC and ASE Technology. The ETF’s assets under management stood at $1.8 billion, with approximately 78% of its holdings concentrated in technology and financial services sectors. The uptick in ETN comes amid heightened investor interest in Asia’s supply chain resilience, particularly in semiconductors and electronics manufacturing. TSMC's announcement of a new $4.5 billion fabrication facility in Arizona contributed to optimism, boosting sentiment across the broader Taiwan equity market. The ETF’s exposure to consumer electronics manufacturers and component suppliers amplified its positive correlation with global tech demand trends. ETN’s 12-month trailing return reached 18.7%, outpacing the S&P 500’s 14.2% gain over the same period. Despite regional geopolitical concerns, the ETF’s net asset value remained stable, with a bid-ask spread of 0.06%—indicating strong liquidity. Institutional investors increased their positions by 6.3% in the past month, according to recent SEC filings.