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Enflame Ignites Shanghai Market with 206% IPO Jump
11 Sep
Summary
- Enflame's IPO on Shanghai debut saw a remarkable 206% increase.
- The company reported revenue of 990 million yuan for 2025.
- Proceeds will fund next-gen chips to rival international products.
Enflame experienced a spectacular 206% rise on its Shanghai stock exchange debut, bolstering China's "four little dragons" of AI chipmaking. The Tencent-backed firm, though yet to achieve profitability, reported a significant revenue increase to 990 million yuan ($147 million) in 2025.
The company, founded in 2018, intends to channel the capital raised towards the development and commercialization of its fifth and sixth generation chips. These advanced products are designed to compete directly with leading international semiconductor offerings.
Enflame's debut occurs amidst China's drive for technological self-sufficiency, particularly in the wake of US export controls affecting access to crucial technologies like Nvidia's processors. Other AI chipmakers, including MetaX, Moore Threads, and Biren, have also seen strong performances on their respective market entries.