KraneShares KSTR ETF Offers U.S. Investors Exposure to Cambricon, “China's answer to Nvidia,” Amid 2025 Rally

NEW YORK, Oct. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cambricon Technologies Corporation Limited (“Cambricon”), often described as “China's answer to Nvidia¹,” has been one of the standout performers on Shanghai’s Science & Technology Innovation Board (“STAR Market”) in 2025.

Cambricon’s shares have gained about ~111% year-to-date amid strong revenue growth (+4,347.8% year-over-year as of 6/30/2025) and profitability milestones (Net income went from a RMB -545.3 million net loss in H1 2024 to RMB +1.04 billion net profit in H1 2025).² U.S. investors seeking exposure to Cambricon and other STAR companies can consider the KraneShares SSE STAR Market 50 Index ETF (NYSE: KSTR)—the only U.S.-listed ETF that tracks the SSE STAR Market 50 Index.³

Founded in 2016, Cambricon designs AI chips for cloud, edge, and terminal applications. The STAR Market—often likened to a Nasdaq-style venue because of its focus on high-tech and strategic emerging industries like next-generation information technology, biomedicine, high-end equipment, and similar industries—serves as a platform for high-growth science and technology firms.

“Cambricon’s rapid ascent speaks to the scale and speed of innovation across China’s semiconductor and AI industries,” said Brendan Ahern, Chief Investment Officer at KraneShares. “Through KSTR, investors can gain exposure to STAR Market companies—including Cambricon—within a regulated, U.S.-listed vehicle.”

Launched on January 26, 2021, KSTR provides exposure to up to 50 companies that meet market capitalization and liquidity requirements listed on the STAR Market, connecting investors to China’s next generation of innovators across semiconductors, next-gen IT, biotech, and new energy. KSTR is the only U.S.-listed ETF licensing the SSE STAR 50 Index.³

KSTR Performance (YTD): As of the most recent data available, KSTR is up ~48% year-to-date.²

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Cambricon represents 12.55% of the fund (KSTR) as of 9/25/2025. Holdings are subject to change.

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Citations:

1. Reuters, “China investors seen looking past Cambricon index rebalance, staying bullish on AI,” as of 9/12/2025. Link: https://www.reuters.com/world/china/china-investors-seen-looking-past-cambricon-index-rebalance-staying-bullish-ai-2025-09-12/.
2. Data from Bloomberg as of 9/25/2025.
3. Data from Bloomberg as of 9/22/2025.
   
   

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