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Has China's AI bubble burst? Index down 40% from its peak
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Fusion42 · 27 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
China's AI and semiconductor index has dropped over 40% from its peak amid high valuations, tax issues, and international restrictions, wiping out approximately $480 billion in market value and suggesting the AI bubble in China has burst.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of AI & ML.
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The sharp drop in China's AI stock index means you should expect a tougher fundraising environment and potential IPO delays in Chinese AI startups this quarter. Investors are resetting risk appetite for China AI, opening price and timing windows for companies with strong fundamentals.
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