Taipei: Taiwan shares ended up 234.56 points, or 0.76 percent, at 30,941.78 Wednesday on turnover of NT$658.70 billion (US$20.82 billion).

According to Focus Taiwan, the market's performance marked a positive trend with significant trading activity leading to the rise in the benchmark index. The substantial turnover indicates active participation from investors, contributing to the upward momentum of the stock market.

The increase in the Taiwan stock index reflects investor confidence and engagement in the market, bolstered by the day's trading volume. The closing figures suggest a robust market environment, with investors showing interest in a variety of sectors, leading to the overall gain.