China's Star 50 loses approximately $480B as AI and chip shares fall

Published Monday, October 26, 2026 · 11:06 PM EDT

China's Star 50 index of AI and chip leaders has fallen 40% in under four months, losing approximately $480B in market value, Reuters reports. Chipmaker CXMT has declined approximately 25% in the past month. The selloff reflects worries about AI demand and curbs on Chinese exports.

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