# Bloomberg reports Chinese humanoid makers hold 97% of global shipments

_Friday, August 21, 2026 at 3:16 AM EDT · Robotics · Latest · Tier 2 — Notable_

Bloomberg reports that Chinese humanoid-robot makers control 97% of global shipments. Demonstrations at the World Robot Conference included robots sorting boxes, handling laundry and bagging clothes. The report says the unresolved test is whether the machines can become everyday tools, describing the shipment lead as an early advantage over U.S. rivals.

## Sources

- [Bloomberg Technology](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-21/humanoid-robots-put-china-ahead-in-tech-race-video)

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