In 2024, retail investors in Taiwan reached unprecedented levels in acquiring American assets, as households look for alternatives to conventional investments.

According to Bloomberg, retail investors spent around NT$105.5 billion (approximately US$3.2 billion) on US stocks, exchange-traded funds, and bonds, marking a historic high for Taiwan.

This surge in investment in American assets indicates a growing interest among Taiwanese households in foreign markets.

The trend of shifting towards international instruments is also observed in other parts of Asia. For instance, in Japan, the demand for foreign stocks from retail investors is negatively impacting the yen, adding risks due to US tariffs and significant interest rate differentials.