AI-Led Equity Rally Lifts Global Stocks as Taiwan Passes India in Market Value

Global equities extended their record-setting advance, supported by continued strength in technology shares and especially companies tied to artificial intelligence.

Taiwan’s stock market surpassed India’s to become the world’s fifth-largest by market capitalization, reaching $4.95 trillion. The gains were driven largely by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., which accounts for about 42% of the benchmark TAIEX index and has benefited from global demand for AI chips.

The rally has also reached South Korea, where the Kospi Index has posted significant gains. Samsung workers approved a substantial bonus deal, with the company’s shares rising as its memory-chip division benefited from profits linked to AI investment.

The cited articles are dated May 27, 2026, or late May 26, 2026, consistent with overnight market developments for the morning edition.