GENERAL·ETC Journal·
China Commands Nearly 80% of the Global Humanoid Robot Market as of May 2026
A detailed analysis published on May 21, 2026 reveals that China now controls close to 80 percent of the global humanoid robot market, driven largely by domestic giants Unitree and AgiBot. The country has deployed autonomous humanoid robots at scale across factories and logistics centers, widening its lead over U.S. and European competitors. Analysts warn the gap is structural, not cyclical, and may be difficult for Western firms to close in the near term.
Summary curated by Max Robotics. Original article © ETC Journal.