Taipei: The Taiwan Stock Exchange's main index opened up 30.17 points at 33,719.85 on Friday. The early trading session saw a turnover of NT$8.21 billion (US$255.31 million), indicating a positive start for the market. According to Focus Taiwan, the rise in the index reflects an optimistic market sentiment as investors engage in active trading. The opening figures suggest a continuation of the upward trend observed in recent sessions, with investors closely monitoring market movements and economic indicators.
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