Most Asian markets traded higher on Monday morning as investors continue to watch developments on issues like the coronavirus pandemic. Shares in Taiwan led gains among the region’s major markets, as Taiex soared 2.69%, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company shares rose nearly 10%. South Korea’s Kospi also saw robust gains …
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