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Biren Technology expects H1 2026 revenue of RMB 1.15–1.30 billion, representing growth of 1,852–2,107% YoY. The GPU maker also expects its adjusted loss to narrow 35–47%, citing stronger demand for AI computing products and improved commercialization.

<a href="/company/bytedance">ByteDance</a> has secured a USD 29.6 billion loan after increasing the facility from an initial USD 20 billion target amid strong commitments from banks, according to Bloomberg News.

BSB Electric registered for IPO counseling with the Zhejiang branch of the China Securities Regulatory Commission on September 2 as it prepares for a potential Beijing Stock Exchange listing. The electrical components maker appointed Zheshang Securities as its counseling firm.

Anji Microelectronics submitted an application on September 2 to issue H-shares and list in Hong Kong. The company will also complete the required China Securities Regulatory Commission filing procedures. The proposed listing remains subject to regulatory approvals.

<a href="/company/byd">BYD</a> has begun selling residential solar systems through 233 automotive dealerships in Brazil. A 4.8-kilowatt system costs about RMB 26,000, including installation and related services. The initiative combines BYD’s existing solar manufacturing operations with its automotive distribution network and could provide a channel for future energy storage products.

<a href="/company/bytedance">ByteDance</a> has reportedly raised the internal price of its virtual Doubao shares to USD 17.02, up 14.6% from USD 14.85 in June. The company is expanding the incentive program for eligible <a href="/industry/ai">AI</a> employees, some of whom can adjust the proportion of cash and Doubao shares in their compensation packages.

<a href="/company/xpeng">Xpeng</a> Mona product general manager Jiang Wen denied reports that Mona L03 production would halt for one week in September. Jiang said the factory is ramping up production while seeking to shorten customer delivery wait times.

Sunmi reported H1 2026 revenue of RMB 1.76 billion, up 25.8% YoY. The company recorded a net loss of RMB 70 million, compared with net profit of RMB 15.93 million a year earlier. Europe remained its largest regional market, generating RMB 584 million in revenue.

<a href="/company/baidu">Baidu</a> CFO He Haijian said the company expects its <a href="/industry/ai">AI</a> businesses to soon generate profit and cash returns comparable to its search operations. AI-related businesses now account for more than half of total revenue, while investments in new GPU clusters are expected to break even within two to three years.

SAIC Motor sold 2.74 million vehicles from January to August, remaining China’s largest automaker by sales. August sales reached 357,000 units. NEV sales rose 30.2% YoY to 1.16 million units over the eight-month period, while overseas sales surged 52.9% to 1.02 million.

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