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AI Stocks Drive Market Gains as TSMC Reports Strong Earnings

Technology stocks led market gains Thursday after TSMC reported stronger-than-expected quarterly profits. The chipmaker’s positive outlook signals continued robust demand for AI-related semiconductors according to analysts.

Market Advances on AI Optimism

U.S. stock indexes edged higher Thursday as positive signals from the artificial intelligence sector boosted technology shares, according to market reports. The S&P 500 rose 0.4%, though trading remained volatile with repeated swings between gains and losses throughout the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 85 points, or 0.2%, while the Nasdaq composite advanced 0.7% by late morning trading, sources indicate.

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TSMC Reports Record $15 Billion Quarterly Profit as AI Demand Surges

TSMC has announced a record $15 billion net profit for the third quarter, representing a nearly 40% surge year-over-year. The world’s largest semiconductor manufacturer is benefiting from unprecedented artificial intelligence demand and strategic global expansion efforts.

Record Quarterly Performance Exceeds Expectations

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world’s largest semiconductor manufacturer, has reported a nearly 40% surge in net profit for the July-September quarter, according to reports released Thursday. The company reportedly achieved a record 452.3 billion New Taiwan dollars ($15 billion) in net profit, significantly exceeding analysts’ forecasts.