ZTE Corp., a global leader in integrated ICT solutions, has reported a 14.5 percent year-on-year increase in revenue to RMB 71.55 billion, or P568 billion, for the first half of 2025, underpinned by accelerating AI-ICT integration and robust growth across diversified business lines.
The company’s net profit attributable to ordinary shareholders rose to RMB 5.06 billion, with net profit after extraordinary items at RMB 4.10 billion, as its second-quarter results outpaced the first, highlighting strong momentum.
ZTE’s “All in AI, AI for All” strategy continues to reshape its business structure. Revenue from “second-curve” businesses—led by computing infrastructure and terminal devices—nearly doubled year-on-year, now comprising over 35 percent of total revenue. These gains reflect the company’s commitment to its “Connectivity + Computing” framework and expansion into next-generation digital infrastructure.
ZTE saw domestic revenue grow 17.5 percent to RMB 50.62 billion, while international revenue reached RMB 20.93 billion, up 7.8 percent. Importantly, the government & enterprise and consumer segments jointly accounted for more than 50 percent of total revenue, signaling a strategic diversification away from traditional telecom operator dependence.
- Government & enterprise: Revenue soared 109.9 percent, driven by rising investment in intelligent computing infrastructure across sectors.
- Consumer business: Up 7.6 percent, powered by AI-enabled smartphones, cloud PCs, and global growth of its nubiaand Red Magic product lines.
With RMB 12.66 billion invested in R&D (18 percent of revenue), ZTE strengthened its position as a technology innovator. The company has filed approximately 94,000 global patent applications, with over 50,000 granted, including significant portfolios in AI (5,500+) and semiconductors (5,700+).
Its intelligent computing products now support over 100 deployments in 18 industries, spanning full-stack solutions from chips to AI platforms.
ZTE maintained its global leadership in connectivity, ranking No. 2 in 5G base station and core network shipments, while expanding its presence in 5G-Advanced, 10-Gigabit optical access, and low-latency network technologies. These capabilities form the backbone of digital transformation initiatives in both domestic and international markets.
The company unveiled a range of AI-powered terminals, including flagship smartphones, gaming devices, tablets, and cloud PCs. For home users, it launched a full-scenario AI ecosystem—featuring AI-driven networking, computing, smart screens, and robotics—positioning ZTE at the forefront of intelligent living solutions.
As AI reshapes the global technology landscape, ZTE’s results reflect the success of its strategic repositioning as a leader in AI-ICT convergence. The company reaffirmed its commitment to open collaboration and innovation to support global digital transformation and inclusive computing.
“ZTE is advancing from a connectivity provider to a key enabler of intelligent infrastructure. We’re committed to delivering AI-driven innovation that empowers industries and everyday life,” the company said.
