Huawei's Profits Surge, Overtaking Apple in China Despite US Sanctions
Huawei's strategic shift to domestic technologies and markets yields a 564% profit increase, challenging Apple's dominance in the Chinese market.
- Huawei reported a six-fold increase in profits, reaching 19.6 billion yuan in Q1 2024, amidst stringent US sanctions.
- The Chinese tech giant's success is partly due to its new smartphone models, like the Mate 60 Pro, which utilize domestically produced 7nm chips.
- Despite US efforts to curb its tech capabilities, Huawei has emerged as China's top smartphone brand, surpassing Apple in local sales.
- Apple's sales in China have declined, with a significant 19% drop in iPhone sales during the same period.
- Huawei continues to expand into new sectors, including smart car technology, aiming to diversify its revenue streams.