How did memory chipmaker CXMT become China’s most valuable stock? | Explained
Chinese memory chipmaker CXMT saw a massive valuation surge during its Shanghai stock market debut, drawing scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers. The company's growth is driven by the global demand for DRAM chips essential for AI development, fueling China's push for technological self-sufficiency.
The story so far: A little-known Chinese chipmaker became the world’s most talked-about stock on Monday (July 27, 2026). ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), based in Hefei, saw its shares soar 466% on their first day of trading on Shanghai’s STAR Market. The company sold shares at 8.66 yuan each, raising $8.6 billion. By the close of trading, the company was valued at 3.3 trillion yuan ($488 billion) — making CXMT the most valuable company listed in mainland China. The initial public offering was oversubscribed by 212 times.
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