Beijing, 24 June 2026 – ByteDance is seeking about US$20 billion in what would be its largest-ever offshore loan, as the TikTok parent accelerates spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure, data centres and advanced computing capabilities.
The Chinese technology group is understood to be in early discussions with banks for a loan that could carry a three-year tenor, with an option to extend the facility for up to five years. If completed, the financing would mark one of the most significant offshore borrowing exercises by a major Asian technology company.
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