Cambricon Technologies Corp., a leading Chinese AI chipmaker, surged to its 20% daily limit on Monday, spurred by news that Beijing is increasing pressure on domestic firms to replace Nvidia Corp. processors with local options. The stock rally was part of a broader trend among semiconductor companies, with Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. (SMIC) rising nearly 20% in Shanghai and Naura Technology Group Co. climbing 9%.
Chinese regulators have advised companies against purchasing Nvidia’s H20 chips, which are crucial for developing and running AI models. This guidance aims to bolster domestic chipmakers while avoiding overt restrictions that could hinder local AI startups and escalate tensions with the US.
The Chinese government is intent on helping local AI chipmakers like Cambricon and Huawei Technologies gain market share, especially in light of potential future restrictions from the US. Earlier this year, Beijing also encouraged local electric vehicle manufacturers to source more components from domestic suppliers, aligning with its goal of achieving self-sufficiency in critical technologies.
In response to the regulatory shift, Nvidia's shares fell by 2% last Friday, reflecting the growing concerns about the company's market position in China.
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