Taipei: The Taiwan Stock Exchange's main index saw a notable increase as it opened, rising by 409.4 points to reach 26,392.31. This surge occurred on a turnover of NT$11.38 billion (US$373.88 million). According to Focus Taiwan, this opening marks a positive start to the trading day, suggesting increased activity and investor interest in the market. The rise in points indicates a boost in investor confidence and a potential trend in the market's direction for the day.