According to the latest smartphone market forecast by Counterpoint Research, amid a global market downturn, major Chinese smartphone manufacturers are set to confront heightened shipment pressures in 2026. Several leading brands are anticipated to witness a year-on-year decline in shipments, with figures ranging from 15% to 34%. Conversely, Huawei is projected to defy the trend, with its annual shipments expected to surge by approximately 8%.