The merger aims to boost the inherent stability of China's capital markets and restore investor confidence. The news comes in the wake of a recent announcement by China's securities regulator, stating that the lending of restricted shares would be suspended from Monday.
For the first time, Apple's iPhone series topped the charts in China's smartphone market in 2023. This achievement is particularly noteworthy given the escalating tensions between the U.S. and China, which have led to a series of bans on Apple products in the country.