Regulatory Intervention
Starting November 9, 2026, Taiwan will implement a new cap on intraday short selling, limiting it to 3% of the average daily trading volume over the preceding 30 days. This is a significant reduction from the current 30% limit. The regulation specifically targets intraday short orders executed with borrowed shares, a mechanism often used to amplify downward pressure in sliding markets.
Impact on TSMC
This regulatory change arrives just one day before TSMC is scheduled to publish its October 2026 revenue figures. By curbing the ability of short sellers to execute large intraday orders, the cap is expected to act as a tailwind for the stock, potentially reducing volatility during the earnings announcement. Investors are now weighing whether this reduced short pressure will provide a sustained lift or if the market will remain focused on the underlying operating performance.
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