China's Humanoid Robotics Boom Surges as Tesla's Optimus Hits a Wall
Xia Zhijin, Managing Partner at Vertex Ventures, stated that the domestic robotics and embodied intelligence industries are currently in an “overheated” state and have yet to “cool down.”
16 hChina's Energy Storage Industry Eyes Global Expansion as Photovoltaic Sector Faces U.S. Policy Headwinds
The new energy industry is about to face tough challenges from both the “Big and Beautiful” Act and “reciprocal tariffs.”
18 hInsta360 Ramps Up Rivalry With DJI as Competition in Panoramic Camera Market Heats Up
When Insta360 went public with a 70x price-to-earnings ratio, it stunned investors and sparked a wave of attention toward niche imaging technologies. But the Shenzhen-based company has faced relentless pressure in 2024 as rivals DJI and Dreame moved into the panoramic camera market, putting Insta360’s leadership to the test.
Jul. 11, 2025China's Supermarket Sector Shifts as Walmart Leads and New Retail Formats Gain Ground
Concentration at the top and regional differentiation have become increasingly prominent, making structural adjustments and a revolution in circulation the key to breaking the deadlock.
Jul. 10, 2025Global PC Market Rebounds in Q2 on AI and Windows 11 Tailwinds, but U.S. Demand Flatlines Amid Tariff Concerns
The global PC market experienced a tale of two extremes in the second quarter.
Jul. 9, 2025China’s 2025 Box Office Surpasses $4.13 Billion
Jul. 8, 2025NXP Steps Up China Push as EV Boom Reshapes Global Chip Landscape
China accounted for 36% of NXP’s total global revenue in 2024, the company disclosed in its latest financial report. About half of that revenue came from multinationals re-exporting goods, while the remainder served Chinese-headquartered firms increasingly seeking independent, domestic supply chains.
Jul. 7, 2025Jin Jiang Hotels Seeks Hong Kong IPO Amid Pressure to Restructure and Globalize
Jin Jiang Hotels may become the first hotel group in China to be listed on both the A-share and H-share markets.
Jul. 6, 2025BYD Rolls Out First Vehicle in Brazil Plant in Pivot to Localized EV Production in Latin America
BYD isn’t alone in its Brazil bet. Great Wall Motors has converted a former Mercedes-Benz plant in São Paulo to produce hybrids, while Geely has teamed up with Renault to explore low-carbon manufacturing. MG, Zeekr, GAC and other Chinese brands are also entering the fray, aiming to establish R&D, supply chains, and sales networks across Brazil.
Jul. 3, 2025Xpeng Sustains Sales Momentum as China’s EV Price War Intensifies
Nomura analysts noted Li Auto also began clamping down on “commission sharing” rebates in June—a common sales tactic where staff passed part of their bonus to customers—suggesting a shift toward tighter internal controls and improved brand management.
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