Chinese makers captured 97% of global humanoid robot shipments in H1 2026

Chinese manufacturers accounted for 97% of global humanoid robot shipments in the first half of 2026, according to Bloomberg. Government support and vast supply chains drove the lead, with advanced humanoid hardware cited as a field where China has an early edge over the US.

• Chinese makers took 97% of global humanoid robot shipments in H1 2026
• Government support and vast supply chains drove the lead
• Humanoid hardware is one field where China leads the US early