Chinese Firms Earned $4.5 Billion on Fortune 500, Just 40% of US Peers
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Updated · South China Morning Post · Jul 29
Chinese Firms Earned $4.5 Billion on Fortune 500, Just 40% of US Peers
1 articles · Updated · South China Morning Post · Jul 29
Summary
Chinese companies on the Fortune Global 500 averaged $4.5 billion in profit in 2025, widening the gap with US peers despite strong revenue performance.
Fortune data showed average profits since 2021 rose 27% for Chinese firms, trailing a 110% jump for US companies and a 105% increase across all 500 companies.
Soft consumption, weakening private investment and a government-led growth model have squeezed profitability in China’s traditional industries, according to analyst Tang.
Amazon also took the No. 1 revenue spot on the 2025 Fortune Global 500, ending Walmart’s 12-year run, while State Grid held third place.