Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) has achieved a fresh peak in its stock value, propelled by optimistic developments in the chip sector amidst a global surge in demand for advanced AI chips. The company’s shares surged by 5.15% early Thursday in Taipei, reaching 898 New Taiwan dollars (equivalent to US$27.79), marking a new milestone following a 6.85% increase in its U.S.-listed stock overnight.