TSMC

TSMC is a publicly traded pure-play foundry headquartered in Hsinchu Science Park, Taiwan.

Ownership: Public
Exchange: ticker: TWSE: 2330; NYSE: TSM
Type: Foundry
Headquarters: Hsinchu Science Park, Taiwan
Founded: 1,987
Flagship products and models: N2 (2nm) and A16 process technologies, CoWoS packaging
Website: tsmc.com
Ownership source: investor.tsmc.com
Checked: October 2, 2026

Yes, TSMC is publicly traded. Its shares have been listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange since September 5, 1994 under code 2330, and its American Depositary Shares have traded on the New York Stock Exchange under TSM since October 8, 1997.

Established in 1987 and headquartered in Hsinchu Science Park, Taiwan, TSMC is a pure-play foundry that does not design or sell chips under its own name. Its 2nm (N2) process entered volume production in the fourth quarter of 2025, and TSMC says its A16 process will be production-ready in the second half of 2026.

Questions

Is TSMC publicly traded?

Yes. TSMC shares are listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under code 2330, and its American Depositary Shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under TSM.

When did TSMC list on the NYSE?

TSMC American Depositary Shares have traded on the New York Stock Exchange since October 8, 1997.

Does TSMC design its own chips?

No. TSMC is a pure-play foundry that does not design or sell chips under its own name.

When did TSMC 2nm enter production?

TSMC’s 2nm (N2) process entered volume production in the fourth quarter of 2025; TSMC says A16 will be production-ready in the second half of 2026.

Sources:

TSMC, Investor FAQ; Stock Quotes; 2025 Annual Report; 2nm Technology. Checked October 2, 2026.

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