Shanghai and Shenzhen listed companies reported combined net profit of RMB 5.1 trillion in the first three quarters of 2026, up 8.5% year on year — the highest level since 2022. Operating revenue reached RMB 56.6 trillion, a 5.8% increase, according to China Securities Regulatory Commission data disclosed by Oct. 31 across 5,224 companies. The STAR Market led growth with net profit surging 474.6%, while ChiNext rose 22.7%. The artificial intelligence sector posted 281.0% year-on-year profit growth, accelerating 14.5 percentage points from the half-year report. Robotics and smart wearable device sectors grew 94.8% and 63.2%, respectively. Overall, 73% of listed companies remained profitable.