TSMC Slides 0.71% on $2.57 Billion Volume 48.9% Drop from Prior Day Ranks 30th in Daily Trading Activity

TSMC closed on September 24, 2025, with a 0.71% decline, trading at a volume of $2.57 billion, a 48.9% drop from the previous day’s activity. This marked its 30th position in daily trading volume rankings. The stock’s performance reflects broader market caution amid mixed sectoral momentum and evolving investor sentiment toward tech-heavy assets.

Analysts noted that the decline aligns with recent profit-taking after a period of consolidation following extended volatility in the semiconductor sector. While no company-specific news directly impacted TSMC’s price action, macroeconomic signals and positioning adjustments by institutional investors contributed to the downward pressure. The reduced trading volume suggests limited follow-through buying, indicating potential short-term stabilization in the near term.

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