Complexities of Listing a Chinese Company in the US

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Shein, a successful Chinese fashion company, faced challenges in listing on the US stock market due to its Chinese roots. Despite being hugely profitable and popular in the West, its Chinese origin created complexities for its IPO in the US. With its entire supply chain, founder, and staff based in China, the company's success is deeply tied to China's manufacturing industry, making its pathway to an IPO in the US intricate.

Nvidia capitalises on investor excitement over artificial intelligence, Japan’s TDK is claiming a breakthrough in materials used in its small solid-state batteries, and Silicon Valley companies are screening their staff for Chinese spying. Plus, the FT’s Saffeya Ahmed unpacks Shein’s tumultuous journey to go public.

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