China’s AI chipmaker Cambricon announces first dividend payout
Chinese chip designer Cambricon, often referred to as “China’s little Nvidia,” has announced its first dividend payment since going public in 2020 after reporting its first annual profit in 2025.
The development was reported by South China Morning Post.
Profit driven by AI chip demand
In 2025, Cambricon posted annual profits of about 2 billion yuan (around $290 million), largely driven by a surge in demand for artificial intelligence processors.
The company focuses on developing AI computing chips and has rapidly expanded its presence in China’s technology sector.
Dividend and buyback plan
According to the Shanghai Stock Exchange, Cambricon plans to pay 15 yuan for every 10 shares, totaling more than 632 million yuan (about $87 million) in dividends.
Additionally, the company intends to allocate 20 million yuan for a share buyback program.
Rapid growth in China’s tech sector
Founded in 2016 in Beijing, Cambricon has become one of the key players in China’s AI chip industry.
By August 2025, its share price surpassed 1,500 yuan, allowing the company to overtake long-time market leader Kweichow Moutai in market value on mainland exchanges.
Future outlook
Analysts expect the continued expansion of AI technologies to further boost demand for specialized processors, supporting Cambricon’s growth.
The company is increasingly seen as one of the leading Chinese competitors in the global AI chip market.
