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Tencent holds a prominent position in China's internet sector, with a diverse portfolio of products and services used daily by a significant portion of the population. The company is the world's largest video game publisher and owns Honor of Kings, a top-grossing mobile game globally. Tencent also operates WeChat, China's largest social media super app. WeChat is deeply integrated into the daily lives of Chinese people for communication, entertainment, shopping, and more. Beyond its offerings, Tencent is a significant player in global venture capital and investment. The company holds substantial stakes in leading companies including PDD, Kuaishou, and Epic Games.

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Alibaba Group Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) and DeepSeek&#8217;s home province Zhejiang introduced a comprehensive policy package to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/chinese-stocks" rel="noreferrer noopener">accelerate&nbsp;artificial intelligence (AI)</a> research, industrial growth, and talent acquisition.
Major companies in the AI supply chain, including those responsible for large language models, cloud computing, and&nbsp;semiconductors, could potentially generate combined operating revenues of over 1 trillion yuan ($138.6 billion) by 2027, nearly double the current production value of China&#8217;s AI industry, which last year saw total output worth 570 billion yuan, SCMP <a target="_blank" href="https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3311106/alibaba-and-deepseeks-home-province-launches-ai-spending-spree-become-innovation-hub" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> on Wednesday, citing official data.
The strategy resonated with Beijing&#8217;s call for technological self-reliance.
Financial support includes attracting more than 10 billion yuan in venture capital to invest in AI, especially subsidizing start-ups.
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The policy takes effect on May 31 and will remain valid through 2027.
The Guangdong government announced subsidies for the AI and robotics sectors in April. The Guangdong city of Shenzhen is home to tech firms, including&nbsp;Tencent Holdings (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>) and&nbsp;Huawei Technologies.
Alibaba is considered the tech barometer of China. The stock surged over 46% year-to-date.
Alibaba reported its&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45473543/alibabas-cloud-and-e-commerce-units-shine-as-analyst-sees-ai-take-rates-fueling-future-growth" rel="noreferrer noopener">fiscal&nbsp;fourth-quarter</a> revenue growth of&nbsp;7%&nbsp;to&nbsp;$32.58 billion, missing the analyst consensus estimate of&nbsp;$33.08 billion. It clocked an adjusted earnings per ADS of&nbsp;$1.73, which&nbsp;beat the&nbsp;analyst consensus estimate&nbsp;of&nbsp;$1.48.&nbsp;Cloud Intelligence Group revenue grew by&nbsp;18%&nbsp;to&nbsp;$4.15 billion.
Benchmark&nbsp;analyst Fawne Jiang continues to view Alibaba as a leading beneficiary of accelerated AI adoption in China and a top structural player in the sector.
Price Action:&nbsp;BABA shares traded lower by&nbsp;0.75%&nbsp;to&nbsp;$124.22 at&nbsp;the last check on Wednesday.
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Alibaba's Home Province Launches $138 Billion AI Push To Double China's Industry Output By 2027

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/autonomous-vehicles" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chinese autonomous company</a> WeRide&nbsp;Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WRD#NASDAQ">WRD</a>) tapped Tencent Holding (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>) Tencent Cloud to boost robotaxi commercial operations and build smart driving solutions for international markets.
Tencent&#8217;s&nbsp;cloud unit will depend on its global cloud infrastructure to provide WeRide with cloud services to build a smart driving operation network, Reuters reported on Tuesday. WeRide stock gained after the report.
In April, Uber Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>) and WeRide partnered with Dubai&#8217;s Road and Transport Authority (RTA) to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/44605125/uber-teams-up-with-weride-to-bring-self-driving-cars-to-dubai" rel="noreferrer noopener">launch autonomous vehicles</a>, advancing Dubai&#8217;s self-driving transport goals.
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Also in April, WeRide domestic rival&nbsp;Pony AI Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PONY#NASDAQ">PONY</a>) collaborated with Tencent Cloud&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/04/45013465/pony-ai-and-tencent-partner-on-l4-robotaxis-expand-chinas-self-driving-future" rel="noreferrer noopener">to bring robotaxi rides</a> to WeChat and Tencent Maps, boosting autonomous ride-hailing access.
Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) said in April that it had started testing its autonomous ride-hail service with Austin and Bay Area employees ahead of its planned robotaxi launch this summer.
Tesla chief Elon Musk expects the EV giant&#8217;s robotaxi fleet to function like a combination of Airbnb, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABNB#NASDAQ">ABNB</a>) and Uber.
Price Action: WRD stock is up 4.62% at $8.91 at last check Tuesday.
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As criticism mounts over the Donald Trump administration's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45390422/trump-unveils-historic-and-transformative-600-billion-saudi-deal-predicts-markets-will-go-a-lot-higher">AI chip deals with Gulf states</a>, David Sacks and Sam Altman are pushing back, calling the partnerships a strategic win over China.
What Happened: Trump announced multibillion-dollar AI partnerships between U.S. companies and Gulf nations, including Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
The deals involve major players like Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Qualcomm Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>).
Despite <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45459318/chuck-schumer-blasts-trump-for-backing-ai-chip-sales-to-saudi-arabia-uae-warns-deal-risks-us-tech-secrets-falling-into-chinas-hands">concerns from lawmakers</a> about potential Chinese access to U.S. AI chips via Gulf allies, Sacks, a tech investor and White House AI advisor, defended the initiative in a post on X, formerly Twitter.
"I'm genuinely perplexed how any self-proclaimed ‘China Hawk' can claim that President Trump's AI deals with UAE and Saudi Arabia aren't hugely beneficial for the United States," Sacks wrote.
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He cited semiconductor analyst Dylan Patel that the partnerships "will noticeably shift the balance of power" in the U.S.'s favor and asked critics: "Does China wish it had made these deals? Yes of course it does. But President Trump got there first and beat them to the punch."
Altman shared Sacks&#8217; post on X and echoed his view, stating, "This was an extremely smart thing for you all to do and I'm sorry naive people are giving you grief."
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Why It's Important: The Joe Biden administration had previously implemented <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41323155/nvidia-amd-face-chip-export-curbs-as-biden-administration-considers-restrictions-on-middle-east-coun">rules to restrict AI chip exports</a> to countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE, citing national security risks.
However, those limits have now been rolled back, with new policies still in development, <a href="https://www.axios.com/2025/05/16/trump-ai-deals-gulf-chips-china-trade-policy">reported</a> Axios.
On Thursday, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) cautioned that Trump's backing of efforts to export sensitive U.S. AI chip technology to allies in the Persian Gulf might ultimately give an advantage to China.
Earlier, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang warned that limiting access to China's AI market could <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/05/45243129/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-says-losing-access-to-chinas-potential-50-billion-ai-market-would-be-a-tremendous-loss">harm the company, U.S. jobs</a>, and overall technological progress.
His remarks followed a report revealing that Nvidia has notified key Chinese clients — including Alibaba Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), ByteDance and Tencent Holdings (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>) — that it is developing a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45182565/nvidia-designing-new-ai-chips-for-alibaba-bytedance-tencent-after-warning-us-export-ban-on-h20-could-cost-the-company-55-billion-report">modified version of its AI chip designed</a> to meet U.S. export restrictions.
Nvidia has earned a growth score of 95.02% from Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Click here to see how it stacks up against other top tech firms</a> like AMD, Qualcomm, Alibaba and Tencent.
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Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) is reportedly expanding its research footprint in China with a new Shanghai-based R&amp;D center, signaling a strategic push to retain AI dominance in the region amid tightening U.S. export restrictions.
What Happened: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang met with Shanghai Mayor Gong Zheng last month to discuss plans for the new facility, <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/c886a4c0-da75-4ea7-8230-6ffd18815fa4">reported</a> the Financial Times, citing two people with knowledge of the matter.
Nvidia is already leasing new office space in Shanghai to house current staff and accommodate the expansion.
While the company said that no GPU designs will be sent to China, the R&amp;D center will focus on optimizing existing products, verifying chip designs and exploring use cases like autonomous driving, the report noted.
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"We are not sending any GPU designs to China to be modified to comply with export controls," Nvidia told the publication.
Why It's Important: The move underscores <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44963176/chinese-tech-firms-led-by-alibaba-hoard-nvidia-ai-chips-amid-us-sanctions">Nvidia's delicate balancing act</a>—maintaining a presence in one of its largest overseas markets while adhering to U.S. export controls.
China accounted for roughly 14% of Nvidia's revenue in 2023, or about $17 billion. Huang has said the market could be worth as much as $50 billion.
Huang previously warned that limiting access to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/05/45243129/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-says-losing-access-to-chinas-potential-50-billion-ai-market-would-be-a-tremendous-loss">China's AI market could harm</a> not only Nvidia's business but also U.S. jobs and technological progress.
His remarks followed reports that Nvidia had notified major Chinese customers — including Alibaba Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), ByteDance and Tencent Holdings (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>) — that it is developing a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45182565/nvidia-designing-new-ai-chips-for-alibaba-bytedance-tencent-after-warning-us-export-ban-on-h20-could-cost-the-company-55-billion-report">modified version of AI chips</a> to meet U.S. export restrictions.
Price Action: Nvidia shares slipped 0.096% to $134.70 in after-hours trading, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
According to Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings, Nvidia currently holds a growth score of 95.06%. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Click here to see how it stacks up against top tech firms like</a> AMD, Qualcomm, Alibaba and Tencent.
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Jensen Huang-Led Nvidia Plans New Shanghai Research Hub To Stay Competitive In China As US Export Curbs Threaten AI Chip Sales: Report

On Thursday, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) warned that President Donald Trump's support for exporting sensitive U.S. artificial intelligence chip <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45390422/trump-unveils-historic-and-transformative-600-billion-saudi-deal-predicts-markets-will-go-a-lot-higher">technology to Persian Gulf allies</a> could benefit China.
What Happened: On the Senate floor, Schumer criticized Trump for greenlighting high-stakes deals allowing advanced U.S. chips to be sold to Saudi Arabia and the UAE, <a href="https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5302029-schumer-trump-saudi-ai-chip-deals/">reported</a> The Hill.
"This deal could very well be dangerous because we have no clarity on how the Saudis and Emiratis will prevent the Chinese Communist Party, the Chinese government, the Chinese manufacturing establishment from getting their hands on these chips," Schumer said.
He warned that "inevitably, when foreign countries end up with American-made chips, the CCP, the Chinese Communist Party, sooner or later gets hold of these American chips and their secrets in them."
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Several U.S. tech firms — including Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) and Qualcomm Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>) — have <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/05/45424189/nvidia-amazon-tesla-palantir-among-top-beneficiaries-of-1-trillion-saudi-arabia-ai-push-analyst-says">announced major AI chip agreements</a> with Gulf-backed entities during Trump's Middle East trip.
Nvidia alone plans to deliver 18,000 Blackwell chips to a Saudi sovereign wealth fund-backed company.
Why It's Important: Over the years, the U.S. government has imposed tight export restrictions on advanced chips over fears they could be used for military or surveillance purposes by adversaries like China.
Schumer said these new deals undermine those efforts and could shift cutting-edge manufacturing abroad.
"What's this about bringing jobs and high-end technology back to the country?" Schumer asked. "All of a sudden it's OK to give it to other countries? Especially other countries whose security might not be as tight as ours?"
Previously, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang cautioned that restricting access to China&#8217;s AI market <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/05/45243129/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-says-losing-access-to-chinas-potential-50-billion-ai-market-would-be-a-tremendous-loss">could negatively impact</a> not only the company but also American jobs and technological innovation.
His statement came after a report indicated that Nvidia has informed major Chinese clients — including Alibaba Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), ByteDance and Tencent Holdings (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>) — that it is working on a new variant of H20 AI chip models <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45182565/nvidia-designing-new-ai-chips-for-alibaba-bytedance-tencent-after-warning-us-export-ban-on-h20-could-cost-the-company-55-billion-report">tailored to comply</a> with U.S. export regulations.
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Chuck Schumer Blasts Trump For Backing AI Chip Sales To Saudi Arabia, UAE: 'This Deal Could Very Well Be Dangerous'

In a move that indicates faith in the resurgence of global equities, Lazard Asset Management has transformed its International Equity Advantage mutual fund into<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs"> actively managed ETF</a>, the Lazard International Dynamic Equity Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEQ#NYSE">IEQ</a>). With this, IEQ joins Lazard&#8217;s theme- and region-based ETF suite that includes the Equity Megatrends ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/THMZ#NASDAQ">THMZ</a>), Japanese Equity ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPY#NASDAQ">JPY</a>), and Next Gen Technologies ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEKY#NASDAQ">TEKY</a>).
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Launched on Monday, IEQ is not starting from zero. It inherits both the history and portfolio DNA of its mutual fund ancestor, now in the slick, low-cost, and tax-efficient wrapper increasingly favored by investors. The ETF launched with $31.1 million in assets and an expense ratio of 0.40%.
IEQ follows the MSCI All Country World ex-US Index (ACWI ex-US) as its benchmark but seeks to outperform it, not merely replicate it. The fund uses a quantitatively oriented process that combines machine intelligence with fundamental research to create a concentrated, high-conviction portfolio of non-U.S. stocks.
The fund&#8217;s strategy resists temptation to lean too heavily in any one direction of investment. Rather, Lazard&#8217;s team regularly assesses companies on the basis of valuation, growth, quality, and the way markets are thinking about them.
Rob Forsyth, Lazard's Global Head of ETFs, sees the &#8220;pendulum swing back toward international equities,&#8221; and investors are taking notice.
Additionally, Lazard Chief Market Strategist Ronald Temple sees a &#8220;world of opportunity&#8221; outside of the U.S., according to Bloomberg.
IEQ's portfolio includes global powerhouses such as TSMC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>), Iberdrola (OTCPK: IBDRY), Novartis (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVS#NYSE">NVS</a>), Alibaba (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), and Tencent (OTCPK: TCEHY), offering exposure across key regions and sectors.
As the ETF market starts to sizzle and international shares return to favour with investors, Lazard is betting that an experienced international strategy with a technology-driven twist is precisely what the market needed. IEQ might be a new ticker tape name, but the strategy playbook that underlies it has been rigorously stress-tested through market cycles — and now it&#8217;s taking it global.
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Following a new U.S. directive banning the use of Huawei Technologies AI chips globally, Tencent Holdings (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>) said it has sufficient stockpiles of high-end chips, like Nvidia Corporation's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) H20, to continue training large language models for "a few more generations."
What Happened: "So it's a very dynamic situation," Tencent president Martin Lau told analysts on a conference call on Wednesday, <a href="https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Technology/Tencent-says-chip-stockpile-can-power-AI-training-for-generations-despite-US-ban">reported</a> Nikkei Asia. "We just … have to manage the situation," not only in a compliant way, but also by making sure our AI strategy can still be executed.
The U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security this week barred the use of Huawei chips for AI, even outside American borders. This comes as Washington tightens export controls amid growing concerns over military applications of AI technology.
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Lau noted that while GPU supply is tight, Tencent has prioritized internal use, focusing first on revenue-generating AI products like advertising and content recommendations, with model training following.
He added that Tencent is optimizing software for inference, effectively doubling GPU capacity, the report noted.
Why It's Important: Tencent's first-quarter earnings beat analyst expectations, with revenue rising 13% year-over-year to 180 billion yuan ($24.9 billion), driven by strong AI-enhanced ad performance and gaming growth.
Previously, it was reported that Chinese tech giants, including Tencent, Alibaba Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) and ByteDance <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43931074/chinese-tech-giants-like-tencent-alibaba-and-bytedance-rush-to-buy-nvidias-h20-ai-chips-as-deepseeks-low-cost-models-fuel-massive-demand-surge">increased their orders for</a> Nvidia&#8217;s H20 chips to meet rising demand for affordable AI solutions, particularly from emerging startups like DeepSeek.
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Since January, Nvidia has reportedly received H20 chip orders totaling around $18 billion. However, in March, Chinese server manufacturer H3C cautioned about a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44519562/nvidia-faces-fresh-china-setback-as-chip-shortages-and-sanctions-disrupt-supply">potential shortage of these chips</a>.
Last week, it was reported that Nvidia is redesigning its H20 AI chip for the Chinese market, with plans to release the revised version as soon as July. The decision followed a notification from the Donald Trump administration informing Nvidia that the original H20 chip would <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44830406/nvidia-to-take-55-billion-hit-over-china-chip-export-restrictions-but-top-analyst-dan-ives-says-hes-not-overly-concerned-all-part-of-the-high-game-of-poker">require an export license</a>.
Nvidia received an impressive growth score of 95% from Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Click here to see how it compares to other leading tech giants</a> such as Alibaba and Tencent.
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After Trump Administration's Ban On Huawei AI Chips Goes Global, Tencent Says It Has Enough High-End AI Chips To Train Models For 'Generations'

Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45182565/nvidia-designing-new-ai-chips-for-alibaba-bytedance-tencent-after-warning-us-export-ban-on-h20-could-cost-the-company-55-billion-report">reportedly redesigning</a> its H20 artificial intelligence chip for the Chinese market after U.S. export controls effectively blocked the original version, with plans to launch the modified chip as early as July.
What Happened: Nvidia has notified major Chinese customers, including top cloud service providers, that it intends to release a downgraded H20 chip within the next two months, reported Reuters, citing sources familiar with the matter.
The move comes after the U.S. government <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44830406/nvidia-to-take-55-billion-hit-over-china-chip-export-restrictions-but-top-analyst-dan-ives-says-hes-not-overly-concerned-all-part-of-the-high-game-of-poker">informed Nvidia last month</a> that the original H20 would require an export license, effectively banning it from sale in China under tightened national security rules.
Following this, Nvidia revealed that export restrictions might lead to a revenue loss of $5.5 billion.
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The company has since developed new technical thresholds to guide the modified design, which will include substantial reductions in memory capacity and potentially other performance adjustments, the report noted.
Nvidia did not immediately respond to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga's</a> request for comments.
Why It's Important: Chinese tech giants such as Tencent Holdings (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>), Alibaba Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) and ByteDance earlier this year <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43931074/chinese-tech-giants-like-tencent-alibaba-and-bytedance-rush-to-buy-nvidias-h20-ai-chips-as-deepseeks-low-cost-models-fuel-massive-demand-surge">ramped up H20 orders to fuel</a> a growing demand for cost-effective AI solutions, especially from startups like DeepSeek.
Since January, Nvidia has reportedly accumulated $18 billion worth of H20 orders. However, in March, Chinese server maker H3C warned of a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44519562/nvidia-faces-fresh-china-setback-as-chip-shortages-and-sanctions-disrupt-supply">possible shortage</a> of Nvidia's H20 chips.
Earlier this month, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang informed U.S. lawmakers that AI chip <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45157365/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-warns-us-lawmakers-that-export-bans-are-backfiring-fueling-huaweis-rise-in-global-ai-chip-race">export restrictions might be giving</a> China's Huawei Technologies a competitive advantage.
That same day, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45160136/nvidia-blasts-anthropic-for-backing-stricter-chip-bans-on-china-focus-on-innovation-than-tell-tall-tales">Nvidia also criticized</a> AI startup Anthropic for supporting tighter U.S. export controls on AI chips to China.
Price Action: Nvidia shares dipped by 0.27% to $117.05 in after-hours trading, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings gave Nvidia a strong growth score of 94.76%. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Click here to see how it stacks up against other major tech players</a> like Alibaba and Tencent.
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Nvidia Modifies H20 Chip For China After US Restrictions Block Sales, Aims To Deliver New Version By July: Report

&nbsp;Apple Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) has expressed apprehension over the potential financial consequences of a contempt ruling in favor of&nbsp;Epic Games. The tech giant has warned that this ruling could lead to &#8220;substantial&#8221; financial losses.
What Happened: Apple is concerned about the financial implications of the recent court ruling, hence, it is seeking a stay on the order. The company stated that the ruling could cost it "hundreds of millions to billions" of dollars on an annual basis, <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/05/07/apple-says-epic-games-contempt-ruling-could-cost-substantial-sums-.html">CNBC</a> reported.
Judge Rogers&#8217; new ruling broadens earlier decisions by ordering the Tim Cook-led company to immediately stop charging commissions on iPhone app purchases made through web links within apps, along with other changes.
In reaction to the contempt ruling, Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney suggested a peace deal. He stated that Epic Games would reintroduce Fortnite to the App Store and abandon all litigation if Apple relaxed its App Store rules.
On Wednesday, Sweeney stated that battling Apple over the past five years cost the company over $1 billion — but he believes it was worth it, reported Business Insider.
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Why It Matters: The ruling came in the wake of a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/25/04/45123864/apple-ordered-to-ease-app-store-rules-in-us-epic-games-ceo-tim-sweeney-proposes-peace-deal-saying-well-return-fortnite-and-drop-all-litigation-only-if">U.S. court order</a>&nbsp;that found Apple Inc. in violation of an injunction against anti-steering practices. Following this, Epic Games, backed by Tencent Holdings (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>), proposed to bring Fortnite back to the App Store, provided Apple met certain conditions.
Furthermore, a federal court&#8217;s decision to slash Apple Inc.&#8217;s 27% commission on alternative in-app payments was seen as a significant victory for Epic and a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/05/45192790/apples-27-fee-cut-is-good-news-for-epic-app-developers-google-remains-unaffected">rare moment </a>of leverage for developers.
This ruling is a critical juncture in the ongoing legal feud between Apple and Epic Games. The potential financial impact on Apple underscores the gravity of the situation and the possible implications for the company&#8217;s profitability. 
Besides, the reintroduction of Fortnite to the App Store could also have significant implications for the gaming industry and mobile app market. 
Price Action:&nbsp;Apple shares have declined 19.52% year-to-date in 2025 but are still up 7.39% over the past 12 months. On Wednesday, the stock slipped 1.14%, closing at $196.25, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Coinbase Global Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>) has teamed up with leading video game developer Riot Games to become the exclusive cryptocurrency exchange for&nbsp;Valorant and League of Legends esports global&nbsp;events, according to a Tuesday announcement.
What Happened: The collaboration is set to commence with the VCT Masters Toronto, Riot Games confirmed on its website.
Coinbase is expected to bring a range of fan-facing enhancements, including&nbsp;custom segments, event activations, hospitality&nbsp;promotions and giveaways for Valorant&nbsp;and LoL Esports fans.
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Riot Games runs LoL esports leagues and the Valorant Champions Tour, selling corporate sponsorships, goods, and streaming rights for its leagues. The company is wholly owned by Chinese&nbsp;conglomerate&nbsp;Tencent Holdings ADR (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>).
Price Action:&nbsp; Shares of Coinbase were up 1.58% in after-hours trading after closing 1.26% lower at $196.89 during Tuesday&#8217;s regular trading session, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA..">data from Benzinga Pro</a>. The stock&#8217;s price has plummeted 20.70% year-to-date.
Meanwhile, Tencent shares rose 0.09% in after-hours trading after closing 1.47% higher at $64.89 on Tuesday.
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As tensions rise over U.S. chip restrictions, Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) CEO Jensen Huang warns that cutting off access to China's booming AI market could hurt not just the company, but American jobs and innovation.
What Happened: Speaking with CNBC on Tuesday, Huang addressed the company's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44830406/nvidia-to-take-55-billion-hit-over-china-chip-export-restrictions-but-top-analyst-dan-ives-says-hes-not-overly-concerned-all-part-of-the-high-game-of-poker">$5.5 billion write-off tied</a> to U.S. restrictions on chip sales to China, a critical market for artificial intelligence.
"The world's dynamic today. You've just got to stay agile," Huang said.
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He went on to add that China is projected to become a $50 billion AI market within the next two to three years and represents a huge opportunity.
"It would be a tremendous loss not to be able to address it as an American company. It&#8217;s going to bring back revenues. It&#8217;s going to bring back taxes. It&#8217;s going to create lots of jobs here in the United States," the Nvidia CEO stated.
Huang then said that the company will remain flexible and responsive to government policies, stating that it will support whatever is in the nation's best interest. "We'll stay agile and keep moving on."
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Why It's Important: Last week, it was reported that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45182565/nvidia-designing-new-ai-chips-for-alibaba-bytedance-tencent-after-warning-us-export-ban-on-h20-could-cost-the-company-55-billion-report">Nvidia notified key Chinese clients</a> — including Alibaba Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), ByteDance, and Tencent Holdings (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>) — that it is developing new AI chip models specifically designed to meet U.S. export requirements.
Huang has also warned U.S. lawmakers that export restrictions on AI chips could be giving Huawei Technologies a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45157365/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-warns-us-lawmakers-that-export-bans-are-backfiring-fueling-huaweis-rise-in-global-ai-chip-race">competitive advantage</a> in the global AI race.
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Price Action: On Tuesday, Nvidia shares slipped 0.25% during the regular hours, closing at $113.54. In the after-hours trading, it gained 0.85%, reaching $114.50, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Nvidia also earned a strong growth score of 94.67% from Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Click here to see how it stacks up against</a> other top tech players like Alibaba and Tencent.
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Says Losing Access To China's Potential $50 Billion AI Market Would Be A 'Tremendous Loss'

The Trump administration has <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/nvidia" rel="noreferrer noopener">intensified semiconductor sanctions</a> on top of its tariff policies.
The U.S. plans to introduce a ruling to verify the location of Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and peer-made artificial intelligence chips to prevent their smuggling into China, Reuters reported on Monday.
Nvidia stock is trading lower after the report.
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The Biden administration had already restricted China&#8217;s access to sophisticated semiconductor technology, including AI, citing national security threats.
Nvidia&#8217;s chips are critical to creating AI systems, including chatbots and image generators, to ones that can help craft biological weapons.
Reports have often indicated Nvidia AI chips flowing into China via illegal routes, and Nvidia has publicly acknowledged its failure to track its products&nbsp;after sales.
U.S. Representative Bill Foster, a Democrat from Illinois, plans to introduce a bill that would direct U.S. regulators to forge rules for tracking chips to ensure they remain in their legal location.
Reportedly, Chinese AI startup DeepSeek, whose AI systems posed a strong challenge to U.S. systems, were built with advanced Nvidia chips, Reuters cited SemiAnalysis.
Alphabet Inc&#8217;s&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>)&nbsp;Google already tracks the location of its in-house AI chips and others for security purposes, Reuters cited unnamed sources familiar with the matter.
Foster&#8217;s legislation would give the U.S. Department of Commerce six months to develop laws requiring the technology.
Reportedly, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44963176/chinese-tech-firms-led-by-alibaba-hoard-nvidia-ai-chips-amid-us-sanctions" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chinese tech giants</a>, including ByteDance, Alibaba Group Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), and Tencent Holding (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>), hoarded billions of dollars worth of&nbsp;Nvidia&#8217;s H20 AI chips amid U.S. sanctions.
They aimed to snap up 1 million H20s before the latest U.S. semiconductor sanctions kicked in. The companies&nbsp;reportedly placed over&nbsp;$16 billion in orders for the quarter.&nbsp;
Nvidia has bagged $18 billion of H20 orders since 2025 beginning. China has generated $17 billion in revenue in fiscal 2024, accounting for 13% of Nvidia&#8217;s total sales.
Price Actions: NVDA stock is down by 1.31% at $113.01 at the last check on Monday.
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Nvidia's New Challenge: US Lawmaker Wants Company To Track Its Chips To Avoid Smuggling In China

President&nbsp;Donald Trump&nbsp;is expected to soon sign into law the "Take It Down Act," a sweeping bipartisan measure that targets the spread of nonconsensual, sexually&nbsp;explicit <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/04/45057271/donald-trump-set-to-sign-landmark-take-it-down-act-as-congress-targets-deepfake-images-and-videos" rel="noreferrer noopener">deepfake images&nbsp;and videos online</a>.
Trump&nbsp;will provide some relief to U.S. manufacturers by reportedly easing some duties imposed on foreign parts in<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45059191/donald-trump-will-reduce-impact-on-us-auto-industry-by-alleviating-some-auto-tarrifs-report" rel="noreferrer noopener"> domestically manufactured vehicles</a>.
Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives advanced a reform proposed by Rep.&nbsp;Sam Graves&nbsp;(R-MO), which tabled a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45127530/house-republicans-advance-rep-sam-gravess-proposal-to-charge-250-annual-fee-on-evs-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">$250 annual fee on all EVs</a>.
Earnings Results
Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) reported first-quarter revenue of $42.31 billion, beating analyst estimates of $41.39 billion and earnings of $6.43 per share, easily beating <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/04/45117948/meta-q1-earnings-eps-beat-revenue-up-16-ai-approaches-1-billion-monthly-actives-capital-expenditures-forecast-raised" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">analyst estimates of $5.21 per share</a>.
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) reported fiscal second-quarter revenue of $95.36 billion, beating analyst&nbsp;estimates of $94.53 billion and earnings of $1.65 per share, beating analyst <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45152493/apple-reports-strong-q2-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-installed-base-hits-all-time-high-across-all-segments-100-billion-buyback-and-more" rel="noreferrer noopener">estimates of $1.63 per share</a>.
Smartphones &amp; Applications
Apple is reportedly considering a shift of iPhone assembly to India. However, a renowned analyst has expressed skepticism about the potential effectiveness of this move in mitigating <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45032214/analyst-questions-apples-reported-iphone-shift-to-india-amid-china-tariff-pressures-doesnt-solve-all-the-problems" rel="noreferrer noopener">the impact of China tariffs</a>.
Apple CEO Tim Cook said that the tech giant expects a $900 million cost impact in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/05/45156890/apple-ceo-tim-cook-warns-of-900-million-tariff-impact-in-june-quarter-expects-majority-of-iphones-sold-in-us-to-be-made-in-india" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the June quarter due to tariffs</a>.
As Washington cranks up&nbsp;the tariff pressure,&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;may have already played its smartest card: doubling down on India for assembly and investing <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/04/45039357/apples-india-game-plan-looks-smarter-as-tariff-heat-rises-analyst-highlights-4-stocks-that-could-benefit" rel="noreferrer noopener">deeper into U.S. component suppliers</a>.
U.S. District Judge&nbsp;Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers&nbsp;found&nbsp;Apple and one of its top executives in contempt of court, accusing them of deliberately evading a 2021 injunction meant to curb the&nbsp;tech giant&#8217;s <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45126668/apple-lied-under-oath-judge-says-tim-cook-ignored-internal-warnings-in-epic-games-case-fallout-this-is-an-injunction-not-a-negotiation" rel="noreferrer noopener">control&nbsp;over&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45126668/apple-lied-under-oath-judge-says-tim-cook-ignored-internal-warnings-in-epic-games-case-fallout-this-is-an-injunction-not-a-negotiation" rel="noreferrer noopener">App Store</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45126668/apple-lied-under-oath-judge-says-tim-cook-ignored-internal-warnings-in-epic-games-case-fallout-this-is-an-injunction-not-a-negotiation" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;payments</a>.
Following a U.S. court ruling that found&nbsp;Apple violated the spirit of an injunction against&nbsp;anti-steering practices,&nbsp;Epic Games, backed by&nbsp;Tencent Holdings (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>), has offered to bring&nbsp;Fortnite&nbsp;back to the&nbsp;App Store&nbsp;if the tech giant <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/25/04/45123864/apple-ordered-to-ease-app-store-rules-in-us-epic-games-ceo-tim-sweeney-proposes-peace-deal-saying-well-return-fortnite-and-drop-all-litigation-only-if" rel="noreferrer noopener">fulfills this one condition</a>.
Spotify Technologies&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPOT#NYSE">SPOT</a>) defended its $11.99 Premium plan while signaling that future price hikes could be <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/25/04/45090328/spotify-defends-11-99-price-tag-but-executive-says-raising-prices-is-now-part-of-our-toolbox-can-music-escape-the-inflation-gauntlet" rel="noreferrer noopener">part of its long-term strategy</a>.
Technology
Alibaba Group Holdings Ltd&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) introduced&nbsp;Qwen 3,&nbsp;its most advanced <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45057716/alibabas-qwen-3-launch-takes-aim-at-deepseeks-disruption-and-baidus-ernie-turbo-models" rel="noreferrer noopener">artificial intelligence model yet.</a>
Meta&nbsp;has announced the launch of a standalone AI app that will compete with the likes of&nbsp;OpenAI's&nbsp;ChatGPT,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/45075691/meta-launches-ai-app-to-compete-with-chatgpt-gemini-grok" rel="noreferrer noopener">Google's</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/45075691/meta-launches-ai-app-to-compete-with-chatgpt-gemini-grok" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;Gemini&nbsp;and xAI's Grok</a>.
Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) CEO&nbsp;Sundar Pichai&nbsp;revealed ongoing talks with&nbsp;Apple to integrate the company&#8217;s Gemini AI into iPhones, amid federal regulators' push to rein in&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/25/05/45128130/google-aims-for-gemini-ai-deal-with-apple-this-year-says-sundar-pichai-amid-dojs-bid-to-curb-search-monopoly" rel="noreferrer noopener">Google&#8217;s&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/25/05/45128130/google-aims-for-gemini-ai-deal-with-apple-this-year-says-sundar-pichai-amid-dojs-bid-to-curb-search-monopoly" rel="noreferrer noopener">dominance in online search</a>.
Nvidia Corporation&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) CEO&nbsp;Jensen Huang&nbsp;told U.S. lawmakers that&nbsp;export restrictions on AI chips&nbsp;may be helping China&#8217;s&nbsp;Huawei Technologies&nbsp;gain a competitive foothold in the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45157365/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-warns-us-lawmakers-that-export-bans-are-backfiring-fueling-huaweis-rise-in-global-ai-chip-race" rel="noreferrer noopener">global artificial intelligence race</a>.
Automobiles &amp; Defense
Pershing Square&#8216;s&nbsp;Bill Ackman&nbsp;has hailed&nbsp;Amazon.com Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) founder&nbsp;Jeff Bezos-backed&nbsp;Slate Auto as the company recently <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/45033046/bill-ackman-hails-jeff-bezos-backed-tesla-rival-slate-auto-says-it-will-be-a-big-success" rel="noreferrer noopener">revealed its $20,000 EV truck</a>.
Tesla&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) Chinese division is developing an affordable version of the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/25/04/45032179/tesla-reportedly-developing-a-cheaper-model-y-e80-variant-with-fewer-features-in-china" rel="noreferrer noopener">popular Model Y crossover SUV</a>.
Ross Gerber&nbsp;has called out&nbsp;Tesla&#8216;s&nbsp;rumored Model Y E80, which is slated to be a more affordable <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45033764/tesla-bull-ross-gerber-slams-rumored-affordable-model-y-e80-just-4-wheels-and-you" rel="noreferrer noopener">version of the new Model Y</a>.
Tesla said that the company expects the first units of the Semi to enter <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/45060435/teslas-first-batch-of-semi-trucks-to-roll-out-from-nevada-plant-by-late-2025-despite-disruption-from-trumps-145-tariffs" rel="noreferrer noopener">production by the end of the year.</a>
Tesla is ramping up the production of its Semi Truck as the company reportedly added over 1,000 Workers <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/45092570/tesla-adds-1000-workers-at-nevada-gigafactory-to-fuel-elon-musks-semi-truck-ambitions-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">to its Nevada Giga factory</a>.
Dan Ives&nbsp;refuses to acknowledge&nbsp;Alphabet&#8216;s&nbsp;and&nbsp;Toyota Motor Corp&#8216;s&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TM#NYSE">TM</a>) partnership&nbsp;as a threat to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45126638/tesla-will-own-the-autonomous-market-dan-ives-says-shrugging-off-waymo-toyota-agreement" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tesla</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45126638/tesla-will-own-the-autonomous-market-dan-ives-says-shrugging-off-waymo-toyota-agreement" rel="noreferrer noopener">&#8216;s&nbsp;Robotaxi ambitions</a>.
Elon Musk&#8216;s space-based internet service provider,&nbsp;Starlink, could reportedly face delays in its plans to expand into India <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/space/25/04/45037304/elon-musks-india-ambitions-face-regulatory-hurdles-amid-uncertainty-around-starlink-license-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">due to regulatory requirements</a>.
Future Fund&#8216;s noted investor,&nbsp;Gary Black, has raised questions over&nbsp;Tesla marketing strategy as&nbsp;Elon Musk&nbsp;says his brand can be the "most <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/04/45063886/elon-musk-wants-tesla-to-be-most-valuable-company-in-the-world-but-top-investor-doubts-ev-giants-rise-without-apple-style-marketing-strategy" rel="noreferrer noopener">valuable company" in the world</a>.&nbsp;
Airbus SE&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EADSF#OTC">EADSF</a>) has agreed to take over assets owned by&nbsp;Spirit Aerosystems Holdings Inc.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPR#NYSE">SPR</a>) in a boost to the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45035715/airbus-finalizes-deal-with-spirit-to-take-over-assets-paving-way-for-boeing-acquisition" rel="noreferrer noopener">manufacturer&#8217;s acquisition by&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45035715/airbus-finalizes-deal-with-spirit-to-take-over-assets-paving-way-for-boeing-acquisition" rel="noreferrer noopener">Boeing Co. </a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45035715/airbus-finalizes-deal-with-spirit-to-take-over-assets-paving-way-for-boeing-acquisition" rel="noreferrer noopener">(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>)</a>.
Stellantis&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>) parent company of Dodge and Jeep, will debut a solid-state <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/45061846/stellantis-announces-breakthrough-solid-state-battery-with-factorial-energy-company-says-technology-will-debut-in-2026-demo-fleet" rel="noreferrer noopener">battery in the Charger EV</a>.&nbsp;
Stellantis&nbsp;will reportedly move some of its production activities into the U.S. as the company grapples with <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/05/45133236/chrysler-jeep-owner-stellantis-to-move-some-auto-production-into-the-us-to-avoid-tariffs" rel="noreferrer noopener">uncertainty caused by U.S. auto tariffs</a>.
General Motors Co.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) recalled over 877,000 vehicles with the 6.2-liter V8 engine due to possible defects. The company has also issued a stop-sale <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/45065511/general-motors-recalls-877000-trucks-and-suvs-due-to-faulty-engine" rel="noreferrer noopener">order for the affected models</a>.
Mercedes-Benz Group&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MBGAF#OTC">MBGAF</a>) pulled its 2025 earnings guidance, citing uncertainty over U.S. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45095342/mercedes-benz-pulls-annual-earnings-guidance-as-sales-decline-and-tariff-uncertainty-looms" rel="noreferrer noopener">President&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45095342/mercedes-benz-pulls-annual-earnings-guidance-as-sales-decline-and-tariff-uncertainty-looms" rel="noreferrer noopener">Donald Trump</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45095342/mercedes-benz-pulls-annual-earnings-guidance-as-sales-decline-and-tariff-uncertainty-looms" rel="noreferrer noopener">&#8216;s tariffs</a>.
As Chinese EV giant&nbsp;BYD Co., Ltd&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDF#OTC">BYDDF</a>) is gearing up to expand its presence in Europe, satellite images show the company&#8217;s facility in <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45097773/satellite-images-put-tesla-rival-byds-hungarian-factory-capable-of-producing-200k-units-annually-in-the-spotlight" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hungary taking shape</a>.
Ford Motor Co.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) has announced it will delay the planned hike in prices for its vehicles until it sees how the<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45129156/jim-farley-says-ford-will-delay-price-hike-to-see-how-competitors-react-to-tariffs-extends-employee-pricing-through-july" rel="noreferrer noopener"> competitors respond to auto tariffs</a>.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Mark Zuckerberg said that&nbsp;Meta&#8217;s artificial intelligence future will cater to both billions of free users and a group willing to pay <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45093311/not-everyone-needs-a-thousand-ai-engineers-but-for-those-who-do-zuckerberg-says-meta-will-gladly-build-it-for-a-price" rel="noreferrer noopener">big for powerful digital agents</a>.
Meta CEO&nbsp;Mark Zuckerberg&nbsp;predicts that the future of AI won&#8217;t follow the "winner takes most" model seen <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/05/45125414/mark-zuckerberg-doesnt-believe-that-ai-market-will-follow-searchs-winner-takes-most-model-meta-ceo-predicts-multiple-specialized-ais-for-work-and-play" rel="noreferrer noopener">in the search engine industry</a>.
OpenAI&nbsp;CEO&nbsp;Sam Altman&nbsp;acknowledged that the last few updates to the&nbsp;GPT-4o&nbsp;model made its personality <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45030694/openai-ceo-sam-altman-says-gpt-4o-personality-tweaks-made-it-annoying-fixes-coming-this-week" rel="noreferrer noopener">"too sycophant-y and annoying."</a>
OpenAI&nbsp;unveiled an upgrade to&nbsp;ChatGPT&#8217;s&nbsp;search functionality, enabling users to browse and shop for <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45058959/openai-launches-ad-free-shopping-search-in-chatgpt-heres-how-it-works" rel="noreferrer noopener">products directly within the chatbot</a>.
Geoffrey Hinton, known as the "Godfather of AI," has joined a growing chorus of experts and former employees urging regulators to block&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/45060194/godfather-of-ai-geoffrey-hinton-backs-elon-musk-in-fight-against-openais-restructuring-id-like-to-stop-them-from-completely-gutting-it" rel="noreferrer noopener">OpenAI&#8217;s</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/45060194/godfather-of-ai-geoffrey-hinton-backs-elon-musk-in-fight-against-openais-restructuring-id-like-to-stop-them-from-completely-gutting-it" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;controversial&nbsp;restructuring plans</a>.

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Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) is reportedly developing redesigned artificial intelligence chips for major Chinese tech firms after warning that tightened U.S. export restrictions on its H20 chip could <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44830406/nvidia-to-take-55-billion-hit-over-china-chip-export-restrictions-but-top-analyst-dan-ives-says-hes-not-overly-concerned-all-part-of-the-high-game-of-poker">lead to multibillion-dollar losses</a>.
What Happened: Nvidia has informed key Chinese customers — including Alibaba Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), ByteDance and Tencent Holdings (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>) — that it is working on new AI chip designs tailored to comply with U.S. export regulations, reported Reuters, <a href="https://www.theinformation.com/articles/nvidia-working-china-tailored-chips-u-s-export-ban">citing</a> The Information on Friday.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang discussed the new plans with customers during a mid-April trip to Beijing, the report noted, citing three people involved in the conversation. This was shortly after the company disclosed that the export restrictions could result in a $5.5 billion revenue hit.
A prototype of the redesigned chip could be ready as early as June, the report said. Additionally, Nvidia is said to be developing a China-specific version of its Blackwell AI chip.
See Also: <a href="https://benzinga.com/news/25/04/45090231/elon-musk-says-will-come-as-a-surprise-to-most-as-chinas-economy-surpasses-us-and-eu-amid-rising-tariffs-and" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Elon Musk Says Will Come As A ‘Surprise To Most' As China's Economy Surpasses US And EU Amid Rising Tariffs And Growing Recession Fears</a>
Why It's Important: Earlier this week, Brian Colello, equity strategist at Morningstar, voiced a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45092827/nvidia-to-face-significant-market-loss-in-china-amid-huaweis-ai-chip-development-says-analyst-its-pretty-much-game-over-for-nvidia-in-china">pessimistic view of Nvidia's</a> business outlook in China but remained optimistic about the company's performance in developed markets.
Colello pointed to rising competition from Huawei as a major challenge, saying, "I think it's pretty much game over for Nvidia in China."
On Thursday, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang told U.S. lawmakers that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45157365/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-warns-us-lawmakers-that-export-bans-are-backfiring-fueling-huaweis-rise-in-global-ai-chip-race">restrictions on exporting AI chips</a> could be giving China's Huawei Technologies an edge in the global race for AI dominance.
On the same day, Nvidia also took aim at AI startup Anthropic for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45160136/nvidia-blasts-anthropic-for-backing-stricter-chip-bans-on-china-focus-on-innovation-than-tell-tall-tales">advocating stricter U.S. export controls</a> on AI chips to China.
Price Action: On Friday, Nvidia shares climbed 2.59%, ending the day at $114.50, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings awarded Nvidia an impressive growth score of 94.84%. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Click here to compare it with other leading tech firms</a> like Alibaba and Tencent.
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Nvidia Reportedly Designing New AI Chips For Alibaba, ByteDance, Tencent After Jensen Huang-Led Company Warned US Export Ban On H20 Could Cost $5.5 Billion

In the face of growing macroeconomic uncertainties and new indications of economic slowdown, investors are increasingly directing their attention out of U.S. shores. 
The first half of 2025 witnessed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/04/45098824/tariffs-hit-hard-as-us-economy-shrinks-for-first-time-since-2022">U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) contracted by 0.3%</a>, a violent turnabout of the 2.4% expansion recorded for the last quarter of 2024. It is the initial economic downturn since 2022, and that bodes a possible turbulence for the future.
Adding to the decline are rising tariff tensions, which remain roiling market sentiment. Under such conditions, diversification on a global scale is no longer a nicety—it is becoming a requirement. Global ETFs are becoming increasingly attractive vehicles for investors who want to achieve growth and protection from home economic headwinds. Three of these <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETFs are gaining increased attention</a> below:
Avantis International Large Cap Value ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVIV#NYSE">AVIV</a>) 
<ul>
<li>YTD performance: +12.4% </li>
<li>The Avantis International Large Cap Value ETF has gained terrific momentum over the past few weeks. With more than $67 million in April alone (per FactSet data cited by VettaFi), AVIV&#8217;s draw is its value-oriented strategy towards non-U.S. large-cap stocks. The <a href="https://www.avantisinvestors.com/avantis-investments/avantis-international-large-cap-value-etf/">fund </a>targets strong-fundamentally positioned names with long-term growth potential, thus offering a mix of defensive exposure and upside.</li>
<li>AVIV&#8217;s value bias provides a timely benefit. When U.S. expansion weakens and valuation risks mount domestically, investors are seeking out more affordable equities outside the country. Not only does this strategy offer a plausible safe haven but also it fits with overarching themes of long-term capital appreciation.</li>
</ul>
Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VWO#NYSE">VWO</a>)
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<li>YTD performance: +3.2%</li>
<li>For investors looking for targeted exposure to the world&#8217;s fastest-growing economies, the Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF is a compelling choice. VWO is <a href="https://investor.vanguard.com/investment-products/etfs/profile/vwo#portfolio-composition">concentrated </a>in the stocks of countries such as China, India, Brazil, and Taiwan—markets typically underweight in more general international ETFs. Taiwan Semiconductor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>), Tencent (OTCPK: TCEHY), Alibaba (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) are among its largest holdings.</li>
<li>With supply chains around the world reshaping themselves and growth potential shifting eastward, VWO leverages the long-term structural ascendancy of emerging markets.</li>
<li>Even though the near-term volatility associated with these markets is a challenge, VWO provides diversification away from developed economies that are currently facing growth stagnation and policy uncertainty. It&#8217;s a compelling option for those willing to take a slightly higher risk and have a long time horizon.</li>
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Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VXUS#NASDAQ">VXUS</a>)
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<li>YTD performance: +8.6%</li>
<li>The Vanguard Total International Stock ETF is another vehicle that has benefited from investors&#8217; demand for international equity exposure. In contrast with its U.S.-oriented cousin, the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VTI#NYSE">VTI</a>), which declined more than 4% this year thus far, VXUS rose close to 9%, indicating rising confidence in overseas markets.</li>
<li>VXUS <a href="https://investor.vanguard.com/investment-products/etfs/profile/vxus">offers </a>exposure to thousands of stocks in non-U.S. developed and emerging markets. It&#8217;s a sound option for those seeking to diminish U.S.-specific risk without crossing into niche or high-fee territory. With economic expansion gaining momentum in a number of international economies, VXUS offers a simple, broad-market bet on global rebound.</li>
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What&#8217;s Next: With economic uncertainty fermenting and policy uncertainty hanging over the domestic horizon, the attraction of international ETFs will rise. Although no investment is risk-free, these funds do represent a level of diversification that can act as ballast in rough seas. Whether it&#8217;s valuation fear, macro headwinds, or plain old diversification strategy, the trend towards international exposure is less of a trend—and more of a necessary strategic realignment.
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Following a U.S. court ruling that found Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) violated the spirit of an injunction against <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/08/40423388/epic-games-mobile-store-goes-live-in-europe-ceo-says-apple-had-to-be-challenged">anti-steering practices</a>, Epic Games, backed by Tencent Holdings (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>), has offered to bring Fortnite back to the App Store if the tech giant fulfills this one condition.
What Happened: On Wednesday, Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers ordered Apple to cease collecting commissions on purchases made outside its App Store and to stop blocking developers from linking to alternative payment methods, <a href="https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/05/01/fortnite-could-return-to-apple-app-store-if-apple-accepts-epic-peace-proposal">reported</a> AppleInsider.
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney extended a striking offer to Apple via X after the court decision.
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&#8220;If Apple extends the court&#8217;s friction-free, Apple-tax-free framework worldwide, we&#8217;ll return Fortnite to the App Store worldwide and drop current and future litigation on the topic,&#8221; he stated.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">We will return Fortnite to the US iOS App Store next week. Epic puts forth a peace proposal: If Apple extends the court&#39;s friction-free, Apple-tax-free framework worldwide, we&#39;ll return Fortnite to the App Store worldwide and drop current and future litigation on the topic. <a href="https://t.co/bIRTePm0Tv">https://t.co/bIRTePm0Tv</a>
&mdash; Tim Sweeney (@TimSweeneyEpic) <a href="https://twitter.com/TimSweeneyEpic/status/1917716512347152499?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 30, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Why It's Important: To meet Epic's conditions, Apple would need to stop earning revenue from any purchases made outside the App Store worldwide and lift its restrictions on external payment links, the report said.
Doing so could lead to a noticeable reduction in Apple's lucrative commission income. Fortnite would be free to download, and Apple would receive no revenue from it beyond the standard $100 annual developer fee.
On Thursday, Apple could post <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45117801/apple-q2-earnings-preview-analysts-remain-bullish-with-caution-of-tariff-tornado-hitting-iphone">stronger-than-expected results</a> for its iPhone business and performance in China when it releases its second-quarter earnings. Wall Street expects the tech giant to report $94.42 billion in revenue for the quarter, up from $90.75 billion during the same period last year.
Price Action: Apple shares have fallen 12.86% year-to-date in 2025 but are still up 24.76% over the past 12 months. On Wednesday, the stock rose 0.61% during regular trading but slipped 1.65% after hours, closing at $209, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
In Benzinga Edge's Stock Rankings, Apple earns a growth score of 44.64% and a momentum score of 74.99%. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Click here to see how it compares to other top tech stocks</a>.
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There was a big rally on Wall Street on Friday, with a lift by technology and AI stocks, amid indications of weakening tensions in the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/us-china-relations-0"> U.S.-China trade ties</a>. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite at the forefront with a 2.71% gain. Diplomatic gestures hinted at a possible <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/45065482/us-china-to-ease-tariffs-gradually-after-complex-talks-says-morgan-stanley-but-cuts-chinas-growth-outlook">easing of U.S.-China trade relations</a>. Beijing lobbied for the removal of U.S. tariffs on Chinese exports following statements by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to roll back trade tensions. The move was seen as a positive sign for the tech sector, which has been most affected by the trade conflict.
In the constantly shifting field of technology investing, two <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETFs lead the pack</a>, each with its own geographical and strategic spin. The Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) has been the quintessential bellwether for U.S. tech innovation for some time, but the Invesco China Technology ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CQQQ#NYSE">CQQQ</a>) aims to catch the energy of China&#8217;s emerging tech trends. While both have a sectoral focus in common, the narrative they present is one of divergence—on performance, risk, and opportunity.
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QQQ, which follows the NASDAQ-100 Index, is filled with some of America&#8217;s most valuable and powerful non-financial giants such as Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) and Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>). It has always posted good returns for shareholders, with a five-year return of a stunning 124%. Its one-year return, as of the latest available figures, is 10%. Its low-cost expense ratio of 0.20% and dividend yield of around 0.60% make it a desirable pick for growth versus value-conscious investors desiring a mix of stability and growth. QQQ&#8217;s performance has also been catalyzed by the recent and sudden surge in artificial intelligence investments, as well as strong Q1 earnings from some of its largest constituents.
On the other hand, CQQQ shares a more complex story—one influenced by regulatory seismic shifts, geopolitical trends and another type of tech aspiration. This ETF tracks the FTSE China Incl A 25% Technology Capped Index and holds top Chinese tech stocks such as Tencent (OTCPK: TCEHY), PDD Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>) and Meituan. CQQQ recently mounted a stunning recovery, with a one-year return of 21%, outperforming QQQ&#8217;s performance. But its three- and five-year track record is still challenged, with negative three- and five-year returns. The fund also has a higher expense ratio of 0.65% and a lower dividend yield of 0.25%.
The dramatic disparity in performance metrics between QQQ and CQQQ highlights the divergent realities of U.S. and Chinese tech ecosystems. QQQ&#8217;s consistent upward trajectory mirrors a market led by mega-cap companies with stable earnings and global reach. CQQQ, on the other hand, is going through a recovery phase following years of regulatory tightening, economic uncertainty, and investor skepticism. Its recent rally indicates renewed investor optimism, but its greater volatility requires a more risk-hungry attitude.
For investors, whether to invest in QQQ or CQQQ is less about selecting a winner and more about staying true to their investment worldview. QQQ might be the preferred vehicle for those wanting solid exposure to well-established market leaders in a generally stable regulatory regime. For others, however, CQQQ might be more appealing for those who want greater exposure to the potential upside of China&#8217;s fast-changing technology space.
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On April 24, 2025, iShares MSCI Argentina and Global Exposure ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARGT#NYSE">ARGT</a>) dashed ahead of leading indices, making even the S&amp;P 500 and the popular iShares MSCI Emerging Index Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EEM#NYSE">EEM</a>) nervously trying to catch up.
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As reported by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/eric-balchunas">Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas</a>, ARGT closed at $42.35, a steep 3.5% daily advance from its earlier close of $40.90. In comparison, the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rose just 0.5% to $498.12, and the Emerging Markets ETF, a broader indicator of emerging countries, managed a 1.2% gain, closing at $43.70.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">TIL The Argentina ETF has been absolutely destroying <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24SPY&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$SPY</a> and EM (altho that isn&#39;t that hard).. wow <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24ARGT&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$ARGT</a> <a href="https://t.co/S7GBs64yrS">pic.twitter.com/S7GBs64yrS</a>
&mdash; Eric Balchunas (@EricBalchunas) <a href="https://twitter.com/EricBalchunas/status/1915394943587098962?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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So, what&#8217;s driving this Latin rally? Argentina&#8217;s recent move to relax long-standing currency controls has ignited investor enthusiasm. The government&#8217;s action was an appreciated tango step toward liberalization, drawing capital inflows and prompting a surge in equity demand, Blockchain News <a href="https://blockchain.news/flashnews/argentina-etf-outperforms-spy-and-emerging-markets-a-trading-analysis">said</a>. 
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ARGT Vs EEM: Apples And Empanadas
While EEM provides diversified exposure across nations such as China, India, Brazil and South Korea, ARGT is far more focused, following the MSCI All Argentina 25/50 Index, which concentrates on the top 20 Argentine firms. That makes ARGT riskier but also more responsive to domestic economic reform, a risk and an opportunity. ARGT places a heavy weight on local players like MercadoLibre (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MELI#NASDAQ">MELI</a>), YPF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YPF#NYSE">YPF</a>), and Grupo Financiero Galicia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GGAL#NASDAQ">GGAL</a>), giving it a high beta.
EEM, on the other hand, leans toward Chinese tech giants like Tencent (OTCPK: TCEHY) and Alibaba (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), as well as those from South Korea and India. This insulates the fund from country-specific shocks. But as a tradeoff, the upside is less explosive when a single market surges.
Additionally, ARGT levies a bit higher fee of 59 basis points compared to EEM&#8217;s 68 bps but provides a more focused bet on a single recovering market.
For those with a taste for measured risk and a preference for macro-fueled momentum, ARGT may be the spicier dish to try. As EEM continues to offer a well-balanced, globally diversified option, ARGT&#8217;s high-conviction exposure to Argentina&#8217;s liberalizing economy offers a high-reward option, along with a side of risk. As Buenos Aires opens the throttle and investor enthusiasm warms up, ARGT may remain a popular choice.
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The past week has been a rollercoaster ride for the autonomous driving and electric vehicle (EV) sectors. From President Trump&#8217;s change of heart on autonomous vehicles to Jeff Bezos-backed EV startups making waves, the industry has seen significant developments. Let&#8217;s dive into the top stories of the week.
Trump&#8217;s Change of Heart on Autonomous Vehicles
The autonomous driving sector has seen a surge in optimism following the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration&#8217;s updated regulations that could simplify testing and regulation. This comes as a surprise given President Donald Trump&#8217;s previous opposition to autonomous vehicles. The President once stated he would keep autonomous vehicles &#8220;from operating on American roads&#8221;.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45022642/trump-change-of-heart-or-musk-influence-president-once-said-would-keep-autonomous-vehicles-from-operating-on-american-roads">Read the full article here.</a>
Bezos vs. Tesla vs. Rivian
Both Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>) and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) are set to release more affordable EVs, a move that could help them fend off competition from a new EV startup backed by Amazon.com founder Jeff Bezos. Michigan-based startup Slate Auto has been showcasing concept versions of its electric pickup truck and recently held an event to share more details about the company&#8217;s future.
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Pony.ai and Tencent&#8217;s Robotaxi Partnership
Chinese autonomous driving company Pony AI Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PONY#NASDAQ">PONY</a>) announced plans to develop autonomous driving technology in partnership with Tencent Holding (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>). The deal will include cooperation in cloud services, map data, information security, and intelligent cockpit ecosystems.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/04/45013465/pony-ai-and-tencent-partner-on-l4-robotaxis-expand-chinas-self-driving-future">Read the full article here.</a>
Bezos-Backed Tesla Rival Unveils $20,000 Modular EV Pickup Truck
Slate Auto, an EV manufacturer backed by Amazon.com Inc. founder Jeff Bezos, unveiled its modular EV pickup truck. The two-seater EV pickup truck features a retro design that is reminiscent of models from manufacturers like Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>).
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/45006513/jeff-bezos-backed-tesla-rival-unveils-20000-modular-ev-pickup-truck-with-customization-at-the-forefront">Read the full article here.</a>
Tesla Rolls Out Free FSD Transfers Amid Poor Sales
Tesla has rolled out a range of promotions for customers in the U.S. on all of its models in an attempt to boost declining sales figures. The promotions include FSD transfers on all new Model 3, Model Y, Model S, Model X, and the Cybertruck orders free of charge.
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<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/autonomous-driving" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chinese autonomous driving</a> company Pony AI Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PONY#NASDAQ">PONY</a>) on Friday shared plans to develop autonomous driving technology in partnership with Tencent Holding (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>) Tencent Cloud and deploy robotaxi services on Tencent&#8217;s WeChat and other applications.
The deal will include cooperation in cloud services, map data, information security, and intelligent cockpit ecosystems, CNBC <a target="_blank" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/04/25/ponyai-teams-up-with-tencent-for-robotaxi-services-on-wechat-other-apps.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> Friday, citing the company press release.
The companies will also integrate Pony.ai&#8217;s robotaxi ride-hailing services into Tencent&#8217;s WeChat app and other applications, such as Tencent Maps.&nbsp;
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Pony.ai CEO James Peng told CNBC on Friday at the Shanghai Auto Show that both companies had been discussing a deal for some time.
Peng also hinted at the possibility of WeChat app users booking Pony.ai robotaxi rides straight through their app.
The companies will also collaborate on developing, testing, and operating Robotaxis, particularly in L4-level autonomous driving. Pony.ai showcased its L4, seventh-generation robotaxi solution on Wednesday at the Shanghai Auto Show.
Separately, Pony.ai announced that Hesai Group&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSAI#NASDAQ">HSAI</a>) lidar will power its <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44993180/pony-ai-shares-surge-after-hesai-lidar-partnership-announcement-whats-going-on" rel="noreferrer noopener">new robotaxi fleet</a>.
In April, Pony.ai <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44627035/pony-ai-teams-up-with-luxembourg-transit-giant-to-launch-level-4-autonomous-vehicle-trials" rel="noreferrer noopener">won approval to</a> begin Level 4 robotaxi testing in Luxembourg with local transit partner Emile Weber.
The company has testing permits in China, the U.S., South Korea and Luxembourg.
In March, Pony.ai&nbsp;launched a paid, fully driverless robotaxis in Shenzhen&#8217;s key Nanshan business district. The company expanded commercial operations to connect Nanshan with its existing service zone in Baoan District.
In U.S., Volkswagen (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VWAGY#OTC">VWAGY</a>) and&nbsp;Uber Technologies, Inc&nbsp;announced on Thursday <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/04/44988070/autonomous-ride-hailing-just-got-real-vw-and-uber-reveal-first-us-city" rel="noreferrer noopener">a collaboration to</a> deploy an all-electric, fully autonomous ID. Buzz AD vehicles within multiple U.S. markets, starting in Los Angeles&nbsp;over the next decade.
Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) tweeted&nbsp;Wednesday that it has started testing its autonomous ride-hail service with Austin and the Bay Area employees ahead of its planned robotaxi launch this summer.
Price Action: PONY stock is down 9.51% to $6.85 at last check Friday.
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