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2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-07-11 11:52

Core Insights - The HuRun Research Institute released the "2025 Global Unicorn List," highlighting the growth of unicorn companies, defined as non-public companies founded after 2000 with valuations over $1 billion [1] Group 1: Unicorn Companies in the Greater Bay Area - The Greater Bay Area (GBA) is a leader in unicorn companies, with 72 unicorns, accounting for 21% of China's total [2] - The GBA's unicorns are concentrated in Shenzhen and Guangzhou, with 37 and 24 companies respectively, featuring notable firms like SHEIN and OPPO [2][4] - Over 80% of Shenzhen's unicorns are categorized as "hard tech," focusing on sectors like semiconductors and renewable energy [2][4] Group 2: Innovation and Collaboration - The GBA's strong institutional innovation and collaborative development mechanisms facilitate the free flow of innovation resources, enhancing market scale and supporting unicorn growth [3] - The region's collaborative ecosystem is characterized by shared computing power, policy integration, and industrial chain division, creating a seamless environment for "hard tech" innovation [4][5] Group 3: Unique Incubation Models - The GBA has a unique incubation model, particularly in Shenzhen, where large companies spin off high-potential business units into independent unicorns, fostering innovation [8][9] - Examples include WeLab and OPPO, which leverage cross-border data flow and proximity to enhance their market presence and operational efficiency [6][8] Group 4: Sector-Specific Growth - Guangzhou's unicorns often emerge from niche markets, benefiting from digital empowerment and innovative business models, such as ZhiJing Technology in the textile industry [10][11] - Companies like LeHe Food have successfully addressed supply chain inefficiencies, establishing themselves as leaders in their respective fields [11]