China's stock market initially appeared robust, driven by undervaluation and strong profitability of firms like Tencent and Contemporary Amperex Technologies (CATL).
The U.S. Department of Defense has listed Tencent and CATL as companies linked to the Chinese military, sparking significant investor concern.
Despite denials from both companies, their shares fell substantially, with Tencent experiencing a 7% drop.
Investor unease is amplified by the CSI 300 index declining over 5% early in 2025 amid growth fears.
As pressures mount, fund managers may reconsider their exposure to the increasingly volatile Chinese market.
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