Optical chipmaker’s profit soars 1,153% on AI demand, China’s tech self-reliance push
South China Morning Post • 4/27/2026
Summary
Chinese optical chipmaker Yuanjie Semiconductor Technology reported a net profit increase of 1,153% in the first quarter, reaching 179 million yuan (US$26.2 million) for the period ending March 31. Revenue also saw significant growth, rising 321% to 355 million yuan, driven by demand for computing power amid the artificial intelligence boom and China's push for tech self-sufficiency.
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