Hong Kong, 6 July 2026 – Tencent Holdings is seeking to sell up to US$1.6 billion worth of shares in Kuaishou Technology, in another sign that China’s internet giants are continuing to reshape their investment portfolios while raising capital for strategic priorities.

The proposed sale involves Tencent reducing part of its holding in Kuaishou, one of China’s major short-video and livestreaming platforms. The move comes as technology companies across China reassess non-core investments, monetise listed stakes and focus resources on artificial intelligence, cloud services, gaming and platform ecosystems.

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Rebecca Hsu

Rebecca Hsu is a Senior Economist and Lead Analyst for The Ledger Asia, focusing on the rapidly evolving financial landscapes of East and Southeast Asia. With a background in sovereign risk assessment and emerging market trends, Rebecca provides sharp commentary on trade dynamics, monetary policy, and the digital economy's impact on regional growth.

Formerly a strategic advisor for major financial institutions in Hong Kong, she excels at translating complex macroeconomic shifts into actionable insights for investors and policymakers. Her work at The Ledger Asia centers on China’s economic transition and the burgeoning manufacturing hubs of ASEAN, ensuring readers stay ahead of Asia’s shifting financial tides.