Taipei: Taiwan shares ended down 443.53 points, or 1.70 percent, at 25,580.32 Friday on turnover of NT$479.75 billion (US$15.7 billion).

According to Focus Taiwan, the market experienced a significant decline as investors responded to various economic factors impacting the region. The turnover for the day was reported at NT$479.75 billion, equivalent to US$15.7 billion, indicating a day of heavy trading.

Market analysts are monitoring the situation closely as investors continue to react to ongoing developments. The decrease in the Taiwan stock market has raised concerns among traders and investors, prompting a closer look at the factors contributing to this downturn.