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Tencent Branded a Chinese Military Company by US Government

by Aaliyah Jan 23,2025

Tencent Branded a Chinese Military Company by US Government

Pentagon's List Includes Tencent, Impacting Stock Value

Tencent, a leading Chinese technology firm, has been added to the US Department of Defense's list of companies with ties to the Chinese military (PLA). This designation stems from a 2020 executive order by President Trump, restricting US investment in Chinese military entities. The order mandates divestment from these companies, believed to contribute to PLA modernization through technology and expertise.

The DOD's updated list, released January 7th, included Tencent. Tencent promptly issued a statement to Bloomberg, clarifying that it is "not a military company or supplier," and that the listing has no operational impact. However, the company pledged to collaborate with the DOD to resolve any misinterpretations.

This action follows a pattern; some companies previously listed have successfully petitioned for removal after demonstrating they no longer meet the criteria. Tencent is likely pursuing a similar course of action.

The announcement triggered a significant market reaction. Tencent's stock experienced a 6% drop on January 6th, with analysts linking this decline to its inclusion on the DOD list. Given Tencent's global prominence—it's the world's largest gaming company by investment—this listing has substantial financial implications for the company and the US investment landscape.

Tencent's gaming arm, Tencent Games, operates through a publishing division and holds significant stakes in numerous renowned studios, including Epic Games, Riot Games, Techland, Dontnod Entertainment, Remedy Entertainment, and FromSoftware. Its investments also extend to companies like Discord. The company's market capitalization dwarfs that of its closest competitor, Sony, by a factor of four.

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