Taiwan's stock market started Monday slightly up, a mildly positive sign for investors after a weekend of severe weather at home.

• The Taiwan Stock Exchange's main index opened a touch higher, near the 45,240 level.
• Early trading volume was thin, so the gain came on light activity rather than strong buying.
• The move is small enough to read as steady rather than a real rally.
• Heavy rain flooded southern Taiwan over the weekend, shutting work and classes in some areas Monday.

Outlook: With turnover light and storm disruption still playing out in the south, the market looks set to drift until a clearer catalyst arrives.