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Chipmaker CXMT seeks $10bn in largest China IPO since 2010
Chinese chipmaker CXMT is planning to raise almost $10bn in its IPO, the largest in mainland China since 2010. This move comes as demand for AI memory chips surges, enabling the company to expand production and R&D for DRAM chips. The IPO indicates a revival of Chinese capital markets, showing a notable increase in new offerings after a long slump.
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Published 15 Jul 2026, 06:40 UTC2 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- CXMT plans to raise approximately $10bn in its IPO.
- The offering is the largest in China since 2010.
- High demand for AI memory chips is driving the IPO.
- CXMT's market value could reach over Rmb579.2bn.
- The listing marks a turnaround for China's capital markets.
Interesting facts
- The IPO could create a short-term liquidity drain on Shanghai's Star Market.
- CXMT's net profit in Q1 2023 was Rmb33bn, a record high.
- Apple is reportedly seeking to purchase memory chips from CXMT.