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Chinese Robotics Firm Unitree Soars in Shanghai Market Debut

Chinese Robotics Firm Unitree Soars in Shanghai Market Debut

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THE BRIEF
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Unitree Robotics made its mainland China stock market debut on Wednesday, with shares surging more than 600% in early trading on the Shanghai Star Market.

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The Hangzhou-based company, which shipped over 5,500 humanoid robots in 2025, reported a net profit of 278 million yuan for the same year.

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The IPO marks a milestone for Beijing's strategic robotics sector, as the firm competes globally by offering humanoid robots like the G1 model at prices significantly lower than US rivals.