A senior Chinese regulator warned on Tuesday that global capital is flooding into artificial intelligence (AI) too fast. That surge threatens traditional industries and financial stability.
Meanwhile, AI-heavy stocks are sliding across Asia, raising fresh questions about the sector’s lofty valuations.
China Flags the Risks of AI Overconcentration
Xiao Yuanqi, vice head of China’s National Financial Regulatory Administration, delivered the warning in Hong Kong. He spoke at the Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s Global Financial Leaders’ Summit.
According to Xiao, heavy inflows into leading AI firms have fueled excessively rapid expansion. As a result, traditional industries face a “crowding-out effect” as borrowing costs rise.
That burden weakens their ability to reinvest and expand production. Credit risks also rise. Therefore, he urged policymakers to build specific frameworks for macroeconomic management and risk prevention.
At the same summit, Vice Premier He Lifeng reaffirmed Beijing’s support for Hong Kong. He described the city as a key financial center and offshore yuan hub.
He also pledged to keep the external yuan circuit open and increase its liquidity. Moreover, Beijing plans to expand sovereign and corporate bond issuance in the currency.
Similarly, Chief Executive John Lee highlighted the city’s stability and competitiveness. He pointed to commodities trading, digital assets, and green bonds. Officials also noted progress on a gold trading link with Shanghai.
Why Are AI-Heavy Stocks Sliding Across Asia?
The warning arrives as AI-heavy sectors show strain across Asia. Markets in China, South Korea, Japan, and Taiwan have all posted significant declines recently.
In China, the tech-focused STAR 50 index fell nearly 4% on Tuesday. It hit levels last seen in April 2025, while the CSI 300 slipped 0.2%.
State-linked “national team” buying pushed ETF trading volumes to about 120 billion yuan ($18 billion). That marks the highest level since late January.
Beijing also revived support measures, including expanded stock-buying facilities and cheaper funding for share buybacks. However, investor confidence remains fragile after the CSI 300’s sharp October drop.
Still, concerns over economic growth and AI earnings keep weighing on sentiment. For now, China’s dual message shows an effort to balance innovation with stability.
Source: BeInCrypto