The Taipei Exchange (TPEx), formerly known as the GreTai Securities Market (GTSM), is one of the two major securities markets in Taiwan alongside the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE). TPEx is supervised by the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) and facilitates trading in bonds, derivatives, and emerging stocks. While TPEx does not directly offer spot forex trading, it supports Taiwan’s broader financial ecosystem through forex-linked derivatives, structured products, and interest rate swaps.
The Taipei Exchange (TPEx) provides regulated access to forex-linked debt and structured products for institutional investors, playing a vital supporting role in Taiwan’s broader capital and FX markets. For retail forex trading, individuals must use FSC-authorized banks or TAIFEX-regulated futures brokers.
- Facilitates trading in foreign currency-denominated bonds (e.g., USD, EUR, CNY)
- Lists and oversees structured products with forex exposure
- Supports derivatives linked to foreign interest rates or currencies
- Works in coordination with the Central Bank of the Republic of China (Taiwan) for exchange-related policies
- Visit the TPEx Website
- Search for "Foreign Currency Bonds" or "Structured Products"
- View issuer, maturity, currency, and regulatory filings
- Issuers must file disclosures and obtain TPEx approval before listing
- FX-linked products must comply with FSC rules on derivatives and risk disclosure
- Institutional investors must meet professional investor qualification standards for complex products
Advantages
- Regulated listing of foreign currency securities
- Institutional access to forex-linked structured products
- Transparent disclosures and compliance filings
- Integrated oversight from FSC and Taiwan’s Central Bank
Limitations
- No retail spot forex or CFDs offered on TPEx
- Forex futures not traded here — handled by TAIFEX
- Limited public access to complex FX-linked instruments
Country
Taiwan
Established
1994
Contact
+886 2 2369 6006
Complaint bodies
Taipei Exchange (TPEx), Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) – for derivatives regulation
Hotline
+886 2 2369 6006
Complaint email
Last updated on: March 28, 2025
High Risk Warning : Please note that foreign exchange and other leveraged trading involves significant risk of loss. It is not suitable for all investors and you should make sure you understand the risks involved, seeking independent advice if necessary.