TSMC (TSM) Faces 7% Stock Drop After US-China Summit Insights

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM) experienced a 7% drop in shares, trading around $396 following significant diplomatic developments from the recent U.S.-China summit. The company held approximately 70% of the global foundry market in 2025, according to TrendForce. Additionally, TSMC reported Q1 2026 revenue of NT$1.13 trillion, exceeding forecasts, with net income of NT$572.80 billion driven by demand from Nvidia and AMD. However, geopolitical tensions remained high, with Xi Jinping warning of potential escalation concerning Taiwan's status, impacting market sentiment.