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XIAOMI PROFIT DIPS AS MEMORY SHORTAGE PERSISTS

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
TUE, AUG 18, 2026

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Xiaomi reported a smaller-than-expected profit decline despite ongoing memory chip shortages that have dampened smartphone demand across the industry.

The Chinese smartphone maker's earnings beat analyst forecasts, suggesting the company is managing supply chain pressures better than competitors. Memory chip availability remains constrained, limiting smartphone production and consumer purchasing power. Xiaomi's resilience indicates potential stabilization in the sector as it navigates persistent semiconductor shortages. The company has maintained market share while competitors face steeper profit drops. Memory chip constraints continue affecting the broader smartphone market, but Xiaomi's performance suggests adaptation strategies are yielding results. Demand weakness tied to supply limitations may ease as chip production normalizes, though timeline remains uncertain.

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