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Taiwan ETF Sees Record Inflows Despite Iran War Fears

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Taiwan's largest equity exchange-traded fund is on track for record monthly inflows, as domestic investors continue to pour money into the technology-heavy product despite global market jitters from the Iran war. The fund, which tracks Taiwan's benchmark stock index, has attracted significant buying interest from local investors who appear undeterred by escalating Middle East tensions.

This surge in demand comes as global markets have been rattled by fears of wider conflict following Iran's missile strikes on Israel. Yet Taiwan's ETF market is bucking the trend, with the technology-focused fund seeing particularly strong inflows. The product's heavy weighting toward Taiwan's semiconductor giants, including TSMC, has likely contributed to its appeal as investors seek exposure to the island's dominant tech sector.

The resilience of Taiwan's ETF market highlights how regional investors are prioritizing long-term growth opportunities over short-term geopolitical risks. As the Iran conflict continues to unfold, Taiwan's ETF inflows suggest that investors remain confident in the island's economic fundamentals and technological leadership, particularly in the semiconductor industry that powers global supply chains.