Humanoid Robotics Sector Sees Massive Growth in H1 2026, China Dominates Shipments

The first half of 2026 witnessed the establishment of 116,000 new enterprises in the humanoid robotics sector, representing a 9.5% year-over-year increase. Chinese companies accounted for over 97% of global humanoid robot shipments, with domestic production exceeding 40,000 units. Notable developments include Zi Variable Robotics launching its "Quantum One" and "Quantum Two" robots and Unitree Robotics setting its STAR Market IPO price.