Taipei: The Taiwan Stock Exchange's main index experienced an increase as it opened 184.84 points higher at 43,687.62. This rise occurred on Tuesday with a turnover of NT$22.71 billion (US$713.27 million). According to Focus Taiwan, the index's early gains indicate a positive start for the stock exchange, reflecting investor confidence in the market. The turnover figures suggest a significant level of activity as traders engaged in transactions early in the trading session.