China dominates global humanoid robot shipments in first half of 2026, accounting for 97% of the market

Chinese vendors shipped over 97% of the approximately 19,100 humanoid robots globally in the first half of 2026, marking a 272% year-on-year surge. This rapid scale-up is attributed to robust supply chains, a vast domestic market, and strong government support, solidifying China's lead in the humanoid robotics sector.