On October 15, TSMC is trading 5.33% down at $413.19 as investors weigh hot U.S. inflation, interest-rate concerns and financing risks amid a broader AI-stock sell-off.

  • The decline came despite record quarterly profit and a raised fourth-quarter revenue outlook.
  • Management struck a cautious tone on 2027 planning.
  • Reuters and Bloomberg described broader market pressure and TSMC’s cautious outlook.